Travelling from Vishakhapatnam Airport (VTZ) to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Vishakhapatnam Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport is 1 hour 10 minutes.
Visakhapatnam and Hyderabad follow the same timezone, UTC+5:30.
Flights from VTZ to HYD start at 07:40 — the first with IndiGo. The last service of the day is at 23:40 with IndiGo. Overall, you can choose from 282 weekly Vishakhapatnam Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your VTZ to HYD flight.
Flying during a peak month like August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
A variety of airlines offer direct flights from Vishakhapatnam Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, so jetting to Hyderabad (and then visiting more of India!) is easy. The most popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
The majority of travellers choose to travel with IndiGo on this route.
The most punctual carrier offering VTZ to HYD flights is IndiGo. Its services arrive as planned 67.71% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vishakhapatnam Airport (VTZ) to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
At the moment, $60 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Vishakhapatnam Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $118. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To secure cheap tickets from VTZ to HYD, reserve your trip five months before your planned departure.
Organise your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Vishakhapatnam Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from VTZ to HYD by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Vishakhapatnam Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport.
Handy information about Vishakhapatnam Airport (VTZ)
Of the departures from Vishakhapatnam Airport, 67.26% land on schedule at their destination.
Vishakhapatnam Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Visakhapatnam. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to VTZ? If you've booked an early flight from Vishakhapatnam Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
If you're arriving on a late Vishakhapatnam Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these options near HYD:
Secure yourself a Rajiv Gandhi International Airport rental car from popular providers like Europcar or Avis. With your own wheels, you can venture farther out of Hyderabad and discover places most visitors miss.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport around three weeks before travelling.
Getting from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD) to central Hyderabad
From Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, Hyderabad is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to drive to the centre.
It takes roughly 1 hour 50 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
The quietest month for a flight from Vishakhapatnam Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Hyderabad based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When booking your flight from Vishakhapatnam Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Hyderabad, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 40ºC (104ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from VTZ to HYD in December. Average temperatures are between 15ºC (59ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) then.
Explore more of India
You've visited Hyderabad, now it's time to explore more of India. Journey about 418 kilometres north to Nagpur to tick off its leading attractions. From Ambazari Lake and Garden to Raman Science Centre and Walkers Street Seminary Hills, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in India, head for Nowrangapur, about 483 kilometres north-east of Hyderabad. Hospital Church, Jai Hanuman Statue and Sri Satya Sai Mandir are among the biggest draws.