Travelling from Colombo to Visakhapatnam International Airport (VTZ): What you need to know
Visakhapatnam's timezone is UTC+5:30, which is the same as Colombo. Visakhapatnam International Airport is located in Visakhapatnam.
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 flight from Colombo to VTZ.
During popular months like February, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during high season in general.
Airports in Colombo
Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from Colombo to VTZ leaving from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Bengaluru Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
Chennai International Airport (MAA)
CMB is around 32 kilometres from central Colombo. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 50 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Colombo to Visakhapatnam International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
74% of flights that leave from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport reach their destination on time.
About Visakhapatnam International Airport (VTZ)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Colombo to Visakhapatnam International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near VTZ:
Getting from Visakhapatnam International Airport (VTZ) to central Visakhapatnam
Visakhapatnam International Airport is around 11 kilometres from the centre of Visakhapatnam. It takes around 30 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo to Visakhapatnam International Airport (VTZ)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Colombo to Visakhapatnam International Airport is Rs34,864. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs60,837. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Colombo to VTZ. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Colombo to Visakhapatnam International Airport tickets across every month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a new deal shows up on plane tickets from Colombo to VTZ.
Save money on your flight from Colombo to Visakhapatnam International Airport by using the search filters. Select your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Colombo to Visakhapatnam International Airport (VTZ)
May is the quietest month for flights from Colombo to Visakhapatnam International Airport (VTZ), while October is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Visakhapatnam based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Colombo to VTZ plane ticket departing in May if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Visakhapatnam to range from 27ºC to 34ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Colombo to Visakhapatnam International Airport in January when temperatures are between 19ºC and 28ºC.
More about Visakhapatnam
Start your Visakhapatnam trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Colombo to Visakhapatnam International Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Lord Shiva Statue Kailasagiri and Saibaba Temple are just a couple of the major attractions to put on your Visakhapatnam itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Trekking Spot Sanjeevani Dhara Mountain.
Explore more of India
Nowrangapur is just one of the many places in India waiting to be discovered once you've seen Visakhapatnam. Around 177 kilometres away to the northwest, its top attractions include Sri Sidhibinayak Temple, Sri Gundicha Mandira and Shri 1008 Adinath Digambar Jinalaya.
Around 241 kilometres northeast of Visakhapatnam, Brahmapur is another favourite stop in India. Experience major highlights starting with Shirdi Sai Temple, Sri Kasi Viswanath Temple and Sri Jagannath Temple.
