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  "@type": "Airport",
  "address": {
    "@type": "PostalAddress",
    "addressCountry": "Pakistan",
    "addressLocality": "Hyderabad"
  },
  "airlines": [
    "Historically - Pakistan International Airlines",
    "None currently operating"
  ],
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      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Domestic to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "60 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Domestic to International Connection Time",
      "value": "120 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "International to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "120 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "International to International Connection Time",
      "value": "150 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Interline Connection Time",
      "value": "90 minutes"
    }
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  "city": "Hyderabad",
  "code": "HDD",
  "connection_tips": "Hyderabad Airport (HDD) has been closed to commercial operations since 2013; standard Minimum Connection Times (MCT) are no longer applicable. Travelers heading to Hyderabad must use Jinnah International Airport (KHI) in Karachi, located 150 kilometers away. The most common \"connection\" for this region is the ground transfer from Karachi to Hyderabad, which takes approximately 2 hours via the M-9 Motorway. When arriving internationally at KHI, allow at least 5 hours for the total transition to Hyderabad to account for customs, baggage claim, and road travel.\n\nGround transport from Karachi to Hyderabad is plentiful, including private taxis, air-conditioned buses, and trains. A taxi ride is the fastest option, while the train from Karachi City or Cantt station offers a reliable 3-hour journey to Hyderabad Junction. If you have a departing flight from Karachi, ensure you leave Hyderabad well in advance\u2014at least 6 hours before an international departure\u2014to navigate the highway and clear the multi-stage security screening at Jinnah International. While Hyderabad Airport is no longer active for passengers, the city remains a major cultural hub.\n\nLayovers in the region are best spent exploring Karachi\u2019s extensive facilities or the historic landmarks within Hyderabad itself, such as the Pacco Qila or the Tombs of Talpur Mirs. There are no passenger amenities at HDD, so ensure all logistical arrangements are made via Karachi. For rebooking or missed connections, contact your airline at Jinnah International, as no commercial service desks exist at the defunct Hyderabad terminal.",
  "country": "Pakistan",
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  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Hyderabad Airport (HDD) is closed to commercial flights; use Jinnah International (KHI) in Karachi.",
    "The drive from Karachi Airport to Hyderabad takes about 2 hours via the M-9 Motorway.",
    "Agree on a taxi fare before starting your journey from Karachi to Hyderabad.",
    "The train from Karachi Cantt to Hyderabad Junction is a reliable and scenic alternative to the road.",
    "Allow at least 5-6 hours for inter-city travel if you have a departing flight from Karachi."
  ],
  "global_map_link": "https://www.google.com/maps?q=Hyderabad+Airport+Sindh+Pakistan+Closed",
  "google_maps_reviews": {
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    "recent_reviews": [],
    "total_reviews": 0
  },
  "hotel_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=PKR",
  "iataCode": "HDD",
  "icao": "OPKD",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-30",
  "latitude": 25.318199,
  "layover_planner_info": "Airport closed to passenger services. No commercial flights available. Hyderabad city accessible by road transport from Karachi or other regional centers.",
  "longitude": 68.366096,
  "mct_domestic_to_domestic": 60,
  "mct_domestic_to_international": 120,
  "mct_interline": 90,
  "mct_international_to_domestic": 120,
  "mct_international_to_international": 150,
  "missed_connection_help": "Airport closed. Contact airlines for rebooking to Karachi (KHI) for domestic and international connections. Road transport available between cities.",
  "name": "Hyderabad Airport",
  "region": "Asia",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "KHI",
      "name": "Jinnah International Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "MPD",
      "name": "Sindhri Tharparkar Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "Hyderabad Airport (HDD), also known as the historic aviation facility for Hyderabad city in the Sindh province of Pakistan, has a long-standing legacy in the country's aviation history. Established during the British era and later serving as a key regional hub for Pakistan International Airlines (PIA), the airport provided essential domestic connectivity between Sindh and major cities like Islamabad and Lahore. However, due to significant financial losses and the close proximity of the much larger hub in Karachi, the airport was officially closed to scheduled commercial passenger traffic in 2013.\n\nThe terminal building at Hyderabad Airport remains a landmark in the city, although it is no longer used for commercial flight operations. During its peak years, the terminal featured a functional layout with standard check-in counters, a waiting lounge, and basic passenger facilities tailored to domestic travel. Today, the airfield is primarily used for non-commercial purposes, including general aviation, occasional government flights, and as a strategic base for the Pakistan Army's Sindh Regimental Centre. The single asphalt runway continues to be maintained for emergency and specialized use, reflecting its ongoing importance to the region's defense and logistical framework.\n\nWhile the civilian terminal is now defunct, the site remains an important part of Hyderabad's urban landscape. There are no active shops, restaurants, or passenger services within the airport perimeter. Travelers visiting the city of Hyderabad now exclusively use Jinnah International Airport (KHI) in Karachi as their primary aviation gateway. The area surrounding the airport has seen significant development, and the facility continues to serve as a reminder of the city's historical role as a center of commerce and administration in the interior of Sindh. For any current aviation needs, residents and visitors must look to the more modern and expanded facilities in the coastal capital.",
  "terminal_map_url": "https://skyvector.com/airport/HAHD"
}