Cheap flights from Hyderabad to Visakhapatnam — book online with FlightGPT
Quick answer: Hyderabad to Visakhapatnam non-stop flights take about ≈ 1h 15m non-stop, operated by IndiGo, Air India, Air India Express, Akasa Air, Roughly 12–16 non-stop departures a day across IndiGo, Air India, Air India Express and Akasa Air. This is a domestic route within India, so no visa is required. Use the live search above to compare today's cheapest HYD–VTZ fare across every airline, OTA and travel agent in one place.
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Hyderabad to Visakhapatnam flights — quick facts
- Distance: ≈ 510 km
- Non-stop flight time: ≈ 1h 15m non-stop
- Typical routing: Roughly 12–16 non-stop departures a day across IndiGo, Air India, Air India Express and Akasa Air
- Airlines flying Hyderabad Visakhapatnam: IndiGo, Air India, Air India Express, Akasa Air
- Visa for Indians: Not required — Hyderabad to Visakhapatnam is a domestic flight within India.
Airlines on the Hyderabad–Visakhapatnam route — compared
| 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 |
| Air India | 7 kg | 15-25 kg | Full-service; meals included |
| Akasa Air | 7 kg | 15 kg | Newer fleet; value fares |
Standard domestic economy allowance; premium fares and elite tiers may include more. Confirm against your fare — each airline's baggage page is linked above.
Airlines and non-stop service
Hyderabad–Visakhapatnam is a busy intra-Andhra/Telangana corridor with frequent non-stops all day. The main operators are IndiGo (most departures), Air India and its low-cost arm Air India Express, and Akasa Air.
Between them you get roughly a dozen or more daily non-stops, with the first flight around dawn and the last in the late evening — easy to find a slot that fits a day trip or an overnight. Go First and Jet Airways no longer operate, and Vistara has merged into Air India, so ignore older listings showing them.
Flight time, distance and routing
The two cities are about 510 km apart in a straight line. The non-stop is scheduled at roughly 1h 15m, with actual airborne time a touch under an hour once taxi time is removed. The routing tracks east-north-east across coastal Andhra toward the Bay of Bengal. Both cities are on IST, so there is no time change.
Best time to book and seasonal fares
With high frequency and four carriers competing, fares stay relatively keen, but they still climb around festivals and the winter beach season at Vizag.
| Period | Demand | What to expect |
|---|
| Oct–Feb | High | Pleasant Vizag weather and peak tourism; book ahead |
| Dasara / Sankranti | Very high | Festival rush on this Telugu corridor; fares spike |
| Jun–Sep | Moderate | Monsoon; softer fares, occasional rain delays |
| Mar–May | Moderate | Hot inland; mid-range fares outside school holidays |
We quote demand patterns, not specific rupee fares — always check the live price before booking.
How to find a cheaper fare
On a high-frequency short hop, small timing changes move the price:
- Compare all four carriers — IndiGo, Air India, Air India Express and Akasa often differ by a fair margin on the same day.
- Early-morning and late-evening departures are usually cheaper than mid-morning business slots.
- Mid-week travel beats Friday and Sunday.
- Book hand-baggage-only fares and add checked baggage online if needed; set a FlightGPT alert and book when it dips.
Best departure windows
For a same-day return to Vizag, take an early-morning flight and a late-evening one back — you get a near-full day in the city. Business travellers favour the 7–9 am and 6–8 pm peaks, which are busiest and priciest. If you only care about cost, the very first and very last flights of the day tend to be the cheapest.
Advice by traveller type
Business travellers: the dense schedule makes same-day returns easy; book a morning out and evening back, and keep a later flight as a buffer.
Families: the short 1h 15m hop is comfortable with children; midday flights avoid very early starts. Vizag's beaches make this a popular family route.
Students and budget flyers: the first or last flight of the day on Air India Express or IndiGo is usually the cheapest; travel light and mid-week.
Airports and terminals
Hyderabad's Rajiv Gandhi International Airport at Shamshabad uses a single integrated terminal for all domestic and international flights, so there is no terminal confusion. It is a modern, efficient airport about 25–30 km south of the city.
Visakhapatnam International Airport also operates from one integrated terminal serving domestic and limited international flights. It is a compact airport close to the city — handy for quick transfers to the beach and the port area.
Getting to and from the airport
In Hyderabad, app cabs and the airport Pushpak shuttle buses serve Shamshabad; from the city centre allow 45–75 minutes depending on traffic and the route (the Outer Ring Road speeds things up). In Visakhapatnam the airport is much closer in — typically 20–30 minutes to the beach road and city centre by app cab or auto.
Baggage allowance
All four carriers use the standard domestic allowance of 15 kg checked plus one 7 kg cabin bag on saver fares — see IndiGo baggage for the current detail. Air India full-service fares may include a larger allowance, while Air India Express and Akasa follow low-cost rules. Pre-buy extra weight online; airport excess charges are much steeper.
Travel tips and weather
Visakhapatnam is at its best from October to February — warm days, pleasant evenings and calm seas. Summers (March–May) are hot and humid on the coast. The monsoon (June–September) brings heavy rain and the occasional cyclone scare in the Bay of Bengal, so keep an eye on weather advisories if travelling then. Carry light cottons year-round and a light layer for over-air-conditioned interiors.
FlightGPT tip
With four airlines and a dozen-plus daily non-stops, this is a buyer's route — let FlightGPT compare all carriers at once. For day trips, pair the earliest outbound with the latest return; for the best price, the very first and last flights of the day usually win.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a direct flight from Hyderabad to Visakhapatnam?
Yes. There are roughly 12–16 non-stop flights a day across IndiGo, Air India, Air India Express and Akasa Air, spread from early morning to late evening.
How long is the Hyderabad to Visakhapatnam flight?
The non-stop is scheduled at about 1h 15m, with actual airborne time a little under an hour.
Which airlines fly Hyderabad to Visakhapatnam?
IndiGo, Air India, Air India Express and Akasa Air all operate non-stops. Go First and Jet Airways no longer fly, and Vistara has merged into Air India.
How far is Visakhapatnam from Hyderabad by air?
About 510 km in a straight line.
What is the cheapest day to fly this route?
Mid-week departures (Tuesday and Wednesday) are usually cheaper, as are the very first and last flights of the day. Avoid festival weekends like Dasara and Sankranti.
Which terminal do these flights use?
Both Hyderabad (Rajiv Gandhi International) and Visakhapatnam operate from a single integrated terminal, so there is no terminal to worry about at either end.
Can I do a same-day return to Visakhapatnam?
Yes. The dense schedule lets you fly out early and return late evening with a near-full day in the city — ideal for business or a beach day.
What are my refund rights if the flight is cancelled?
Under DGCA rules, if the airline cancels you are entitled to a full refund or a free alternative flight. If you cancel, your fare rules apply and statutory taxes are refundable.
Can I do web check-in on this route?
Yes. Web check-in opens about 48 hours before departure on all four carriers; carry a soft or printed boarding pass.
How much baggage can I carry?
Standard saver fares allow 15 kg checked plus one 7 kg cabin bag. Air India full-service fares may allow more; Air India Express and Akasa follow low-cost rules.
Will the monsoon affect my flight?
June to September brings heavy coastal rain and occasional Bay of Bengal cyclone activity, which can cause delays. Check weather advisories if travelling in those months.
Can I take a pet on board?
Some carriers permit cabin or cargo pet travel with advance booking and health documents; policies vary, so confirm with the airline before flying.
Can infants travel on this route?
Yes. Infants under two travel on a lap fare with birth proof. Book the infant when buying the adult ticket.
Should I book direct with the airline or via an OTA?
Compare both. Use FlightGPT to find the cheapest fare and time, then book wherever it is best priced. Airline sites can make changes simpler; OTAs sometimes run deals.
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Hyderabad to Visakhapatnam non-stop and direct flights
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