Flying from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Vijayawada Airport (VGA): what you need to know
The timezone in Vijayawada is UTC+5:30, which is five hours 30 minutes behind Melbourne.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your MEL to VGA flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as January? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to tour a new city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Vijayawada Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Indira Gandhi International Airport is a sought-after stop between MEL and VGA.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Vijayawada Airport (VGA)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Vijayawada Airport flight is 293 €. A round-trip plane ticket right now is 599 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from MEL to VGA. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in every month when searching for a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Vijayawada Airport.
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Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Of all flights leaving Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is about 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Vijayawada Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to MEL:
Arriving at Vijayawada Airport (VGA)
If you have a late Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Vijayawada Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these accommodation options near VGA:
Getting from Vijayawada Airport (VGA) to central Vijayawada
Vijayawada Airport to the centre of Vijayawada has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
When to fly to Vijayawada Airport (VGA)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Vijayawada Airport. April is the most popular month to visit Vijayawada. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Vijayawada Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in Vijayawada, with the temperature ranging from 28ºC (82ºF) to 41ºC (106ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MEL to VGA around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of India
Vijayawada is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of India you'll want to see. Around 386 kilometres south of Vijayawada, a visit to Chennai will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Marina Beach, Fort St. George and Government Museum.
Hyderabad is another sought-after destination in India and is around 257 kilometres north-west of Vijayawada. No journey is complete without seeing Charminar, Golconda Fort and GOLKONDA FORT.