Direct (nonstop) flights from Chennai to Hyderabad

3 airlines fly nonstop from Chennai International (MAA) to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD). It's 314 miles (505 km), about 1h 15m in the air. Operated by IndiGo, Alliance Air, SpiceJet.

MAA
Chennai International
🇮🇳 Chennai, India
HYD
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport
🇮🇳 Hyderabad, India
Flight Time
1h 15m
Distance
314 mi
505 km
CO₂/pax
58 kg
−28 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
IndiGo +2
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by IndiGo IndiGo Alliance Air Alliance Air SpiceJet SpiceJet

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

IndiGo 6E IndiGo
Route
MAA → HYD
Flight Time
1h 15m
Distance
314 mi
Alliance Air 9I Alliance Air
Route
MAA → HYD
Flight Time
1h 15m
Distance
314 mi
SpiceJet SG SpiceJet
Route
MAA → HYD
Flight Time
1h 15m
Distance
314 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Chennai to Hyderabad with one stop · direct emits 58 kg CO₂ per passenger

MAA CDP (Kadapa) HYD
Leg 1: 55m (141 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (188 mi) Total: ~2h 10m 🍃 86 kg CO₂ (+48% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MAA → CDP
55m · 141 mi
View MAA to CDP flights →
Leg 2
CDP → HYD
1h 15m · 188 mi
View CDP to HYD flights →
MAA BLR (Bengaluru) HYD
Leg 1: 1h 5m (166 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (281 mi) Total: ~2h 20m 🍃 108 kg CO₂ (+86% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MAA → BLR
1h 5m · 166 mi
View MAA to BLR flights →
Leg 2
BLR → HYD
1h 15m · 281 mi
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MAA CJB (Coimbatore) HYD
Leg 1: 1h 5m (250 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (436 mi) Total: ~2h 30m 🍃 152 kg CO₂ (+162% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MAA → CJB
1h 5m · 250 mi
View MAA to CJB flights →
Leg 2
CJB → HYD
1h 25m · 436 mi
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MAA TRZ (Tiruchirappalli) HYD
Leg 1: 1h 5m (181 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (445 mi) Total: ~2h 30m 🍃 141 kg CO₂ (+143% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MAA → TRZ
1h 5m · 181 mi
View MAA to TRZ flights →
Leg 2
TRZ → HYD
1h 25m · 445 mi
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MAA VTZ (Vishakhapatnam) HYD
Leg 1: 1h 15m (385 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (318 mi) Total: ~2h 30m 🍃 155 kg CO₂ (+167% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MAA → VTZ
1h 15m · 385 mi
View MAA to VTZ flights →
Leg 2
VTZ → HYD
1h 15m · 318 mi
View VTZ to HYD flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Chennai to Hyderabad?

A nonstop flight from Chennai (MAA) to Hyderabad (HYD) takes approximately 1 hours and 15 minutes. The distance is 314 miles (505 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Chennai to Hyderabad?

3 airlines: IndiGo, Alliance Air, SpiceJet.

Is there a nonstop flight from Chennai to Hyderabad?

Yes. 3 airlines: IndiGo, Alliance Air, SpiceJet.

How far is Chennai from Hyderabad?

The flight distance from Chennai to Hyderabad is 314 miles (505 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Chennai to Hyderabad?

At 1h 15m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Chennai to Hyderabad?

Roughly 58 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 290 km.

Is the return flight from Hyderabad to Chennai also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Chennai to Hyderabad?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Chennai International for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.