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Welcome to Hyderabad Duty Free – Where Every Journey Begins with a World-Class Shopping Experience Located at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, Hyderabad Duty Free (HDF) is a proud venture of GMR Airports Limited (Formerly GMR Airports Infrastructure Limited) (GAL), redefining travel retail for nearly 5 million international passengers annually. Spanning across 2,746 square meters in both Arrivals and Departures, HDF brings together global luxury, regional charm, and exceptional value — all under one roof.Established in 2010, Hyderabad Duty Free has grown into a destination in itself — known for its curated collection of world-class brands, immersive store experiences, and unbeatable offers. This year marks 15 years of delivering excellence in travel retail, a milestone that reflects our unwavering commitment to quality and innovation. From premium liquors and fine fragrances to gourmet chocolates and unique souvenirs, every shelf tells a story, and every product is handpicked to elevate the travel retail experience.With a portfolio of 100+ global and Indian brands, HDF caters to the discerning tastes of international travelers. Whiskey connoisseurs can explore iconic names like Johnnie Walker, Glenfiddich, Chivas, and Dewar’s. Our tobacco assortment features favourites such as Marlboro, Davidoff, and Classic. Indulge your sweet cravings with Lindt, Godiva, Hershey’s, and Toblerone, or find the perfect fragrance with Chanel, Dior, Gucci, Bvlgari, and more. For those seeking a piece of India to take home, our collection of destination merchandise — including artisanal tea and coffee, hand-carved souvenirs, traditional jewellery, and handcrafted apparel — offers a taste of local heritage with global appeal. Driven by a commitment to quality, customer delight, and innovation, Hyderabad Duty Free continues to set new benchmarks in airport retail.

About GMR Group

GMR Group is a leading Indian infrastructure conglomerate with a diversified presence across Airports, Energy, Transportation, and Urban Infrastructure, and Sports. With over two decades of experience, the Group has built world-class assets and pioneered innovations in sustainable infrastructure development. GMR Airports Limited (GAL), the Group’s airport arm, is a leading global airport platform company with extensive experience in designing, constructing, and operating world-class, sustainable airports under the brand name “GMR AERO”. In the energy and infrastructure space, GMR Power and Urban Infra Limited (GPUIL) leads with a diverse portfolio in clean and renewable energy, smart metering, EV infrastructure, and surface transport projects, backed by strong engineering and EPC capabilities.Under GMR Sports, the Group promotes talent and drives fan engagement through its ownership of iconic teams like Delhi Capitals (IPL), UP Yoddhas (Pro Kabaddi), and international franchises including Dubai Capitals, Seattle Orcas, and more. Committed to inclusive growth, the Group’s CSR arm, GMR Varalakshmi Foundation, works across education, skill development, and healthcare, positively impacting communities across its areas of operation.

About GMR Airports Limited (Formerly GMR Airports Infrastructure Limited)(GAL)

GMR Airports Limited (GAL) is a leading global airport platform company with over two decades of experience in designing, constructing, and operating world-class sustainable airports. Under the brand name "GMR AERO", it offers pioneering aviation solutions in retail, aero services, and real estate. Groupe ADP joined the journey in 2020 as a strategic partner and is now a co-promoter in GAL. GAL, a platform business, offers a range of aero services, including Duty-Free, Retail, F&B, Cargo, Car Parking, O&M, and PMC. Through its Aerotropolis concept, it develops world-class airport cities, driving real estate growth in South Asia. GAL also operates India's largest third-party MRO facility via GMR Air Cargo and Aerospace Engineering Ltd., ensuring operational excellence across the Asia-Pacific. GMR Innovex is enhancing the passenger journey with cutting-edge digital solutions, while GMR Aero Academy & GMR School of Aviation are building the talent pipeline for India's rapidly growing aviation sector. As the largest private airport operator in Asia and the second-largest globally, GAL served over 120+ MN passengers in FY25 with a steadfast commitment to excellence in airport management as reflected in its consistent rankings for services by ACI and Skytrax. With a robust presence in India and Southeast Asia, the company operates key gateways such as Delhi, Hyderabad, Goa, Bidar and Medan airports, while providing technical services to Mactan Cebu International Airport in the Philippines. GAL is also developing transformative projects like the greenfield airports in Bhogapuram (Visakhapatnam), India, and Crete, Greece. GAL has also signed the Airport concession agreement for upgrade, development and operations for Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, Nagpur.