Flying from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Vijayawada Airport (VGA): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 25 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Chennai Airport to Vijayawada Airport.
Chennai and Vijayawada share the UTC+5:30 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Choose from 14 weekly Chennai Airport to Vijayawada Airport flights. The 05:50 departure with IndiGo is the earliest available. IndiGo operates the last service of the day at 18:35.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Show up at the airport on time to board your MAA to VGA flight.
During popular months like January, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Getting to Vijayawada (and then seeing more of India!) is easy with IndiGo. This popular airline has direct flights from Chennai Airport to Vijayawada Airport.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is IndiGo.
IndiGo is the most punctual carrier that operates MAA to VGA flights, with 76.11% of its services landing on time.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Chennai Airport to Vijayawada Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Some great stopovers between MAA and VGA include:
Bengaluru Airport
Hyderabad Airport
Visakhapatnam Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Vijayawada Airport (VGA)
Right now, $56 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Chennai Airport to Vijayawada Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $117. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's often best to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from MAA to VGA. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Chennai Airport to Vijayawada Airport. If you'd like to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from MAA to VGA by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Chennai Airport to Vijayawada Airport.
Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Chennai Airport, 76% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Chennai Airport is about 21 kilometres from central Chennai. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of around 1 hour on public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel near MAA? If you're catching an early flight from Chennai Airport to Vijayawada Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Vijayawada Airport (VGA)
If you're coming in on a late Chennai Airport to Vijayawada Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near VGA:
Getting from Vijayawada Airport (VGA) to central Vijayawada
Vijayawada Airport is roughly 24 kilometres from the centre of Vijayawada. Driving there takes about 35 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Vijayawada Airport (VGA)
The quietest month for a flight from Chennai Airport to Vijayawada Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Vijayawada based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When reserving your flight from Chennai Airport to Vijayawada Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Vijayawada, with temperatures ranging from 28ºC (82ºF) to 41ºC (106ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MAA to VGA in January. Temperatures average between 17ºC (63ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) then.
Explore more of India
Chennai is just one of the many places in India waiting to be explored after you've experienced Vijayawada. Around 386 kilometres away to the south, popular attractions include Meenakshi Temple, Marina beach and Marina Beach.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in India, consider Hyderabad, about 257 kilometres north-west of Vijayawada. Meenakshi Temple, Charminar and Hyderabad charminar are among the biggest draws.
