During World War II, on 23 June 1941, Hinde was promoted to lieutenant-colonel. On 5 August 1943, now a temporary brigadier, he was made a Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE). On 23 June 1944, having completed his tenure as regimental lieutenant-colonel, he remained on full pay as a supernumerary. On 30 June 1944, he was promoted to colonel, with seniority from 26 February 1944. In July 1945, following the end of the war in Europe, Hinde received two mentions in despatches in recognition of his "gallant and distinguished" services in Italy and North West Europe, and in August 1946 he was made a Commander of the Order of the Oak Crown by Charlotte, Grand Duchess of Luxembourg.