Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (VOHS)
Large airport · Hyderabad, Telangana, India
Airport data
| Name | Rajiv Gandhi International Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | VOHS |
| IATA | HYD |
| Elevation | 2,024 ft (617 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 17°13'53" E 78°25'47" 17.23132, 78.42986 |
| Location | Hyderabad, Telangana, India |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09L/27R | 12,162 ft (3707 m) | 148 ft | ASP | Yes |
| 09R/27L | 13,976 ft (4260 m) | 197 ft | ASP | Yes |
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport at a glance
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport is a large airport in Hyderabad, Telangana, India, known to airline systems as HYD. The field elevation of 2,024 ft (617 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at VOHS are all figured from it. The airport handles scheduled commercial service, so expect controlled procedures, published approaches and commercial traffic in the pattern.
Of its 2 runways, the longest — 09R/27L — offers 13,976 ft (4260 m) of asp surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 09R points roughly 90° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for VOHS shows the current observation decoded line by line — wind on an instrument dial, visibility, cloud layers and the resulting flight rules — refreshed continuously from official sources.
Nearest airports to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Begumpet Airport | VOHY | 25 km (14 NM) |
| Dundigul Air Force Academy | VODG | 44 km (24 NM) |
| Bidar Airport / Bidar Air Force Station | VOBR | 125 km (68 NM) |
| Kurnool Airport | VOKU | 171 km (92 NM) |
| Murod Kond Airport | VALT | 246 km (133 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Rajiv Gandhi International Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 2,024 ft field elevation of Rajiv Gandhi International Airport can translate into a substantially higher density altitude, stretching take-off rolls and flattening climb rates — run the numbers rather than trusting the feel of a standard day. Expect published instrument procedures, controlled airspace and clearance requirements; slots and handling may apply to general aviation traffic.
This entry is one of 139 airports and airfields we list for India — the country index on the airports hub links the rest. Coordinates above are given in both DMS and decimal degrees so they can go straight into a GPS, a flight planner or a chart plot without conversion.
Where this data comes from
The reference layer behind this page builds on the OurAirports dataset — a public-domain, community-maintained register of the world's airports that many flight planners and apps rely on — with equity records preserved from documented historical listings where the dataset is silent. Figures are carried as published: elevations as surveyed, coordinates as filed, runway dimensions as recorded. Nothing is estimated to fill a gap, and the whole layer regenerates from source on every site build, so corrections upstream arrive here automatically.
Frequently asked questions about Rajiv Gandhi International Airport
What is the ICAO code of Rajiv Gandhi International Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Rajiv Gandhi International Airport is VOHS, and its IATA code is HYD. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Rajiv Gandhi International Airport above sea level?
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport sits at an elevation of 2,024 feet (617 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Rajiv Gandhi International Airport located?
The airport lies at 17.2313, 78.4299 — in Hyderabad, Telangana, India, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Begumpet Airport, about 25 km away.
Does VOHS publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for VOHS appear on its live weather page on this site, refreshed continuously from the US NWS Aviation Weather Center feed.
How long is the runway at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport?
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport has 2 runways. The longest, 09R/27L, measures 13,976 ft (4260 m) with a ASP surface.