Travelling from Vijayawada Airport (VGA) to Swami Vivekananda Airport (RPR): what you need to know
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your VGA to RPR flight.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vijayawada Airport (VGA) to Swami Vivekananda Airport (RPR)
Currently, RM199 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Vijayawada Airport to Swami Vivekananda Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is RM638. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from VGA to RPR. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when looking for a flight from Vijayawada Airport to Swami Vivekananda Airport.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from VGA to RPR.
Secure the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Vijayawada Airport to Swami Vivekananda Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Vijayawada Airport (VGA)
When it comes to Vijayawada Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77.4% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Vijayawada Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Vijayawada. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Searching for a handy hotel close to VGA? If you've booked an early flight from Vijayawada Airport to Swami Vivekananda Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Swami Vivekananda Airport (RPR)
Reserve a hotel close to RPR if you're taking a late Vijayawada Airport to Swami Vivekananda Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Getting from Swami Vivekananda Airport (RPR) to central Raipur
From Swami Vivekananda Airport, Raipur is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When to fly to Swami Vivekananda Airport (RPR)
April is the most popular month for flights from Vijayawada Airport to Swami Vivekananda Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to Raipur in April.
When reserving your flight from Vijayawada Airport to Swami Vivekananda Airport, think about the type of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Raipur, with the temperature ranging from 28ºC (82ºF) to 44ºC (111ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from VGA to RPR in January. Average temperatures are between 13ºC (55ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) then.
Explore more of India
You've seen Raipur, now it's time to discover other corners of India. Journey about 257 kilometres west to Nagpur to tick off its must-visit sights. From Ambazari Lake and Garden to Raman Science Centre and Walkers Street Seminary Hills, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in India, head for Bhopal, roughly 483 kilometres north-west of Raipur. Upper Lake, Taj-ul-Masajid and Van Vihar National Park are key reasons to visit.
