Compare cheap Visakhapatnam to Vijayawada flights. The VTZ-VGA schedule, flight time, baggage, web check-in & the best month and time to book the cheapest fare
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Quick answer: Visakhapatnam to Vijayawada non-stop flights take about ≈ 1h 0m non-stop, operated by IndiGo (6E), Air India Express (IX), ≈ 2 non-stop departures a day. This is a domestic route within India, so no visa is required. Use the live search above to compare today's cheapest VTZ–VGA fare across every airline, OTA and travel agent in one place.
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Looking for cheap flights from Visakhapatnam to Vijayawada? FlightGPT compares live VTZ 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 Visakhapatnam to Vijayawada non-stop tomorrow, a last-minute weekend deal or the lowest price three months out, every active Visakhapatnam-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.
This short intra-Andhra hop is flown non-stop by IndiGo (6E), usually on an ATR 72 turboprop, and by Air India Express (IX) on a Boeing 737. Between them there are typically a couple of direct departures a day, though the timetable is thin and can change seasonally.
Because frequency is limited, a missed non-stop can mean a long wait or an awkward connection via Hyderabad or Chennai. For such a short hop, many travellers also weigh road or rail (see tips below).
The distance is only about 290 km, and the non-stop is one of the shortest scheduled flights in the south — roughly 1 hour gate to gate, with barely 35–40 minutes actually airborne. The aircraft tracks south-west down the Andhra coast.
There is no time change; both cities are on IST. On a flight this short, ground time at each end is a big share of total travel, so factor airport processing into your plans.
Demand is steadier than on tourist routes, but festival and exam seasons in Andhra Pradesh nudge fares up:
| Period | Demand | Fare pressure |
|---|---|---|
| Oct–Jan (festivals, pleasant) | Higher | Firmer |
| Feb–Apr | Moderate | Reasonable |
| May–Jun (summer) | Lower | Often cheapest |
| Jul–Sep (monsoon) | Lower | Cheap, occasional delays |
With only a couple of daily flights, the convenient timing sells first — book a week or two ahead for a sensible price.
On such a short, thin route the levers are simple:
We don't quote a fixed rupee fare here, as prices move daily; comparing the two carriers and a couple of dates is the dependable saving.
Schedules are limited, so your choice is mostly dictated by what's on offer that day. Where you have a choice, a mid-day or early-evening departure tends to be reliable, avoiding any early-morning coastal mist.
If you have an onward connection at Vijayawada or beyond, pick the earlier of the day's flights to keep a buffer against the route's occasional cancellations when loads are light.
Business travellers: the flight saves time over the 5–6 hour road drive; take the earlier daily departure and keep a flexible fare given the thin schedule.
Families: the hop is short and easy, but with only a couple of flights, book early so you get seats together. The ATR turboprop is fine for short sectors but has limited overhead space.
Students: for 290 km, an AC train or bus is usually much cheaper than flying and runs more frequently; fly only if time is tight and you book the leanest hand-baggage fare ahead.
Visakhapatnam (VTZ) operates from a single integrated terminal (a civil enclave at the naval air station); it is modern but compact, so arrive about 2 hours ahead.
Vijayawada (VGA) at Gannavaram, about 20 km from the city, also runs from a single terminal handling domestic and limited international flights. Both airports are straightforward with no terminal-changing to worry about.
In Visakhapatnam: the airport is around 8 km from the city centre, roughly 20–25 minutes by taxi or app cab. Pre-paid taxis are available at the terminal.
In Vijayawada: Gannavaram airport is about 20 km north-east of the city, typically 35–45 minutes by taxi. App cabs and pre-paid taxis serve the airport; allow time as the road can be busy.
Domestic economy typically gives 15 kg checked plus 7 kg cabin on IndiGo, and Air India Express includes a checked allowance on most fares (check your fare). On the IndiGo ATR, cabin space is tight, so heavier hand baggage may be tagged to the hold at the gate.
See IndiGo baggage for exact, current limits. Pre-pay any excess online to save versus the airport rate.
The Andhra coast is hot and humid much of the year; the south-west and north-east monsoons (June–November) bring heavy rain and the occasional cyclone, which can disrupt the thin schedule. Check status before travelling in monsoon season.
Carry a government photo ID, do web check-in, and reach the airport with time to spare — with so few daily flights, missing one is costly.
This is a thin, short route, so the convenient seats go first. Use FlightGPT to compare IndiGo and Air India Express together for your date, book the earlier daily flight a week or two ahead, and — if your budget matters more than time — weigh the much cheaper train for just 290 km.
Yes. IndiGo (usually on an ATR 72) and Air India Express fly the route non-stop, with roughly two direct departures a day.
About 1 hour gate to gate over a distance of roughly 290 km — one of the shortest scheduled flights in the south.
IndiGo (6E) and Air India Express (IX). Go First and Jet Airways no longer operate, and Vistara has merged into Air India.
It saves time over the 5–6 hour road trip, but for 290 km a train or bus is far cheaper and more frequent. Fly if your schedule is tight; otherwise weigh rail.
IndiGo typically uses an ATR 72 turboprop and Air India Express a Boeing 737. Cabin space on the ATR is limited, so pack hand baggage compactly.
Yes. Under DGCA rules, an airline-initiated cancellation entitles you to a full refund or a free alternative, plus care/compensation depending on the notice given.
Usually 15 kg checked plus 7 kg cabin in economy; Air India Express includes checked baggage on most fares. On the ATR, heavy hand baggage may be gate-tagged to the hold. See our IndiGo baggage page.
Yes. Both airlines open web check-in around 48 hours before departure. It is quick at these compact airports and helps you secure a preferred seat.
Yes. The Andhra coast's June–November monsoon and occasional cyclones can delay or cancel the thin schedule. Check flight status before travelling in the rainy season.
Air India Express has limited pet-carriage options and IndiGo does not carry pets in the cabin. Arrange any pet travel directly with the airline well in advance.
Infants under two travel on a lap fare for a nominal charge with no separate seat, and must be added to the booking. Carry proof of age.
Both Visakhapatnam (VTZ) and Vijayawada/Gannavaram (VGA) operate from a single integrated terminal, so there is no terminal-changing to worry about.
Fares are usually similar. Comparing IndiGo and Air India Express for your date matters most; FlightGPT shows both so you can pick the cheaper one.
Arrive about 2 hours before departure. With only a couple of daily flights, missing yours can mean a long wait or an awkward connection via Hyderabad.
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There is no single "cheapest day" to fly Visakhapatnam to Vijayawada — the lowest fare is the one you find by comparing live. Open the search above to line up Visakhapatnam–Vijayawada prices across IndiGo (6E), Air India Express (IX); booking ahead and avoiding peak weekends typically trims 25–40 percent off the walk-up fare.
Flying Visakhapatnam to Vijayawada at short notice doesn't always mean overpaying. Off-peak departures and unsold seats on IndiGo (6E), Air India Express (IX) can surface real same-week deals. Put your date into the FlightGPT search above and we'll show every available VTZ–VGA fare side by side in seconds.
Most travellers prefer the Visakhapatnam to Vijayawada non-stop option. The direct Visakhapatnam-Vijayawada flight time is ≈ 1h 0m 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 Visakhapatnam Vijayawada ticket but are open to a layover.
Visakhapatnam–Vijayawada pricing rewards comparison over loyalty: the best value rotates between low-cost and full-service carriers depending on the date. FlightGPT's grid surfaces every Visakhapatnam Vijayawada fare with baggage and meals counted in, so the genuinely cheapest all-in ticket is the one that rises to the top.