Travelling from Shillong Airport (SHL) to Vishakhapatnam Airport (VTZ): what you need to know
Shillong and Visakhapatnam share the UTC+5:30 timezone. This means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your SHL to VTZ flight.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Choose a stopover if you want to break up your flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to look at all your options for tickets from Shillong Airport to Vishakhapatnam Airport. Indira Gandhi International Airport is a top stopover on the SHL to VTZ route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shillong Airport (SHL) to Vishakhapatnam Airport (VTZ)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Shillong Airport to Vishakhapatnam Airport flight is Rs31,011. A round-trip plane ticket right now is Rs82,957. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's often best to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from SHL to VTZ. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when looking for your flight from Shillong Airport to Vishakhapatnam Airport.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from SHL to VTZ by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Secure the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Shillong Airport to Vishakhapatnam Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Shillong Airport (SHL)
Shillong Airport has a strong on-time record, making delays less likely. Departures from SHL arrive at their destination as scheduled 80.6% of the time.
To reach Shillong Airport from central Shillong, it'll take around 1 hour by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near SHL. Whether you've booked an early flight from Shillong Airport to Vishakhapatnam Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Vishakhapatnam Airport (VTZ)
Consider staying in a hotel close to VTZ if you're catching a late Shillong Airport to Vishakhapatnam Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Getting from Vishakhapatnam Airport (VTZ) to central Visakhapatnam
Vishakhapatnam Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from central Visakhapatnam. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
It'll take around 50 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Vishakhapatnam Airport (VTZ)
August is the most popular month for flights from Shillong Airport to Vishakhapatnam Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Visakhapatnam in April.
The warmest month in Visakhapatnam is May, with the temperature ranging between 27ºC and 34ºC. Lock in your flights from Shillong Airport to Vishakhapatnam Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 19ºC and 28ºC. Look for cheap tickets from SHL to VTZ around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of India
You've seen Visakhapatnam, now it's time to explore more of India. Travel around 193 kilometres north to Nowrangapur to tick off its must-visit sights. From Hospital Church to Jai Hanuman Statue and Sri Satya Sai Mandir, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 306 kilometres south-west of Visakhapatnam, Vijayawada is another favourite stop in India. No visit is complete without checking out Kanaka Durga Temple, Prakasam Barrage and Victoria Museum.
