Bangalore to Vijayawada Flights — Guide 2026
Bangalore to Vijayawada flight guide — airlines, fares, Krishna delta corridor, terminals and travel tips.
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Quick answer: Bangalore to Vijayawada non-stop flights take about ≈ 1h 15m–1h 25m non-stop, operated by IndiGo, Air India Express, Around 3 non-stop departures a day between IndiGo and Air India Express.. This is a domestic route within India, so no visa is required. Use the live search above to compare today's cheapest BLR–VGA fare across every airline, OTA and travel agent in one place.
Last reviewed July 2026 by the FlightGPT flights desk · route facts cross-checked against DGCA and the Airports Authority of India (AAI) · how we collect fares · editorial policy · fact-checking · fares are live — verify the final price in search before booking.
Looking for cheap flights from Bangalore to Vijayawada? FlightGPT compares live BLR to VGA fares across every connected source — Indian carriers, OTAs and trusted travel agents — and shows the cheapest options side by side. Whether you want a Bangalore to Vijayawada non-stop tomorrow, a last-minute weekend deal or the lowest price three months out, every active Bangalore-Vijayawada fare is one search away.
| Airline | Cabin bag | Checked (economy) | Notable for |
|---|---|---|---|
| IndiGo | 7 kg | 15 kg | Largest network; strong on-time record |
| Air India Express | 7 kg | 15 kg | Low-cost, Air India group |
Standard domestic economy allowance; premium fares and elite tiers may include more. Confirm against your fare — each airline's baggage page is linked above.
Bengaluru to Vijayawada is served non-stop by IndiGo and Air India Express, linking Karnataka's tech capital with the commercial heart of coastal Andhra Pradesh. Expect around three non-stops a day combined — enough choice for a day trip but not so many that you can leave booking to the last minute in peak season. Go First and Jet Airways are defunct, and Vistara has merged into Air India, so ignore any older listings showing them.
The air distance is about 500 km, flown non-stop in roughly 1h 15m to 1h 25m. It is a quick single-leg hop. Some itineraries you see online may route via Hyderabad with a stop and take far longer — for this short sector the non-stop is clearly the better choice.
This is partly a business and government route (Vijayawada and Amaravati), so weekday demand stays firm. Booking 2–4 weeks ahead generally lands steadier fares.
| Period | Demand | Fare pattern |
|---|---|---|
| Oct–Mar (winter & festivals) | High | Firmer fares; book early |
| Apr–May (summer) | Moderate | Mixed; mid-week deals |
| Jun–Sep (monsoon) | Lower | Best value |
Fares change daily and we never quote a fixed figure — compare live on FlightGPT.
Honest ways to trim the cost:
Early-morning departures suit day-trippers heading to meetings in Vijayawada or Amaravati, getting you in with the working day ahead. Evening flights help if you are travelling after a Bengaluru workday. Mid-week, the off-peak departures often carry the lowest fares.
Business & government travellers: the non-stop makes a same-day return realistic; book the earliest outbound and a later return for the longest meeting window.
Families: the short hop is comfortable; pre-book seats together as flights can be full mid-week.
Students & budget travellers: the overnight train or bus is far cheaper for this 500 km corridor — fly when time matters, take the train when budget does.
Bengaluru — Kempegowda International (BLR): low-cost carriers including IndiGo and Air India Express operate from Terminal 1; Air India's mainline flights use Terminal 2. Confirm your terminal on the boarding pass, as the two are a shuttle apart.
Vijayawada (VGA): a single-terminal airport at Gannavaram, about 20–25 km from Vijayawada city. Compact and easy to navigate.
Bengaluru airport sits well north of the city; allow 60–90 minutes from central areas by app cab, or use the airport buses. At Vijayawada, the airport is about 20–25 km from the city centre at Gannavaram — app cabs and taxis take roughly 40–50 minutes depending on traffic.
For this corridor the train is a genuine option: rail distance is about 700 km and overnight services run between Bengaluru and Vijayawada Junction in roughly 12–13 hours, at a fraction of the airfare. By road it is around 660 km and 9–10 hours of driving. Flying wins on time; rail wins on cost and overnight convenience.
Indian LCC fares usually include 7 kg cabin baggage; checked allowance depends on the fare and is often a paid add-on on the cheapest tickets. Confirm before paying. See IndiGo baggage for current limits, and check Air India Express separately if flying with them.
Coastal Andhra can be hot and humid much of the year, with the South-West and North-East monsoons bringing heavy spells (roughly June–November) — keep a buffer if travelling then. Bengaluru's weather is milder. Carry light cottons for Vijayawada whatever the season.
On a business corridor like this, the cheapest seat is usually the off-peak mid-week departure. If your dates are fixed, compare IndiGo and Air India Express side by side on FlightGPT and book early — last-minute weekday fares climb fast.
Yes. IndiGo and Air India Express fly the route non-stop, with around three departures a day combined.
About 1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 25 minutes non-stop over roughly 500 km.
IndiGo and Air India Express. Go First and Jet Airways have ceased operations and Vistara is now part of Air India, so disregard older listings.
IndiGo and Air India Express use Terminal 1 at Bengaluru; Air India mainline uses Terminal 2. Always check your boarding pass, as the terminals are a shuttle ride apart.
No. India uses a single time zone (IST), so there is no time change.
Under DGCA rules, an airline cancellation entitles you to a full refund or a free alternative, plus care and compensation in defined cases, with refunds within the regulated timeframe.
Usually 7 kg cabin baggage; checked baggage depends on your fare and may be a paid add-on on the cheapest tickets. Verify before booking.
Generally from 48 hours before departure for domestic flights, closing about 2 hours prior.
Yes for budget travellers. Overnight trains cover the roughly 700 km rail route in about 12–13 hours at a fraction of the airfare. Flying saves the most time.
Coastal Andhra sees heavy rain roughly June–November, which can cause occasional delays. Allow a little buffer in those months.
Some carriers allow pets in cabin or hold under set rules, but not all Indian airlines accept them. Contact the airline well in advance.
Infants under two travel as lap passengers for a nominal fare. Carry age proof and add the infant at booking.
About 20–25 km, at Gannavaram. Taxis and app cabs take roughly 40–50 minutes depending on traffic.
It varies. Compare IndiGo and Air India Express against OTAs on FlightGPT; once add-ons are counted, the direct fare sometimes wins.
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The cheapest Bangalore to Vijayawada airfare on any given day depends on three things — your travel date, your airline preference and how far ahead you book. Use the FlightGPT search box above to compare Bangalore to Vijayawada ticket prices across IndiGo, Air India Express — typically the lowest fare today differs from the lowest fare 30 days out by 25–40 percent. We surface every option so the lowest Bangalore-Vijayawada price wins.
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Most travellers prefer the Bangalore to Vijayawada non-stop option. The direct Bangalore-Vijayawada flight time is ≈ 1h 15m–1h 25m non-stop. If you are flexible, 1-stop alternatives through major hubs can be 15-30 percent cheaper. FlightGPT lets you filter by "Direct only" or compare both side by side — useful when you want the cheapest Bangalore Vijayawada ticket but are open to a layover.
Bangalore to Vijayawada ticket prices on the FlightGPT live grid update by the minute. The lowest-priced Bangalore Vijayawada airfare today might be on a low-cost carrier; next month's best deal might be a full-service IndiGo flight bundled with checked baggage and a meal. We compare fully-bundled all-in fares, never base fares with surprise add-ons.