Travelling from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Vijayawada Airport (VGA): what you need to know
The timezone in Vijayawada is UTC+5:30, which is five hours 30 minutes ahead of London.
To ensure you get on your LHR to VGA flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Vijayawada Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between LHR and VGA:
Kempegowda International Airport
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport
Indira Gandhi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Vijayawada Airport (VGA)
At the moment, Rs106,888 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Vijayawada Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs186,302. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from LHR to VGA if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport to Vijayawada Airport throughout the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
When it comes to the on-time performance of London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central London to London Heathrow Airport is around 31 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 55 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Booked an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Vijayawada Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to LHR:
Arriving at Vijayawada Airport (VGA)
Consider staying in a hotel close to VGA if you're catching a late London Heathrow Airport to Vijayawada Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Vijayawada Airport (VGA) to central Vijayawada
From Vijayawada Airport, Vijayawada is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Vijayawada Airport (VGA)
April is the busiest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Vijayawada Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Vijayawada in April.
The warmest month in Vijayawada is May, with the temperature ranging between 28ºC and 41ºC. Book your flights from London Heathrow Airport to Vijayawada Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between 17ºC and 31ºC. Look for cheap tickets from LHR to VGA sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of India
Vijayawada is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of India just waiting to be explored. About 386 kilometres south of Vijayawada, a trip to Chennai will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Marina Beach, Fort St. George and Government Museum.
If you're interested in discovering another side of India, head for Hyderabad, about 257 kilometres north-west of Vijayawada. Charminar, Golconda Fort and GOLKONDA FORT are key reasons to visit.