Travelling from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) 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.
Give yourself enough time to make your LGW to VGA flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Vijayawada Airport (VGA)
At the moment, R 4,402 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Vijayawada Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 8,745. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from LGW to VGA, book ahead. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport to Vijayawada Airport throughout the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
69.26% of flights leaving from London Gatwick Airport land at their destination on schedule.
London Gatwick Airport is around 80 kilometres from central London. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Taking an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Vijayawada Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near LGW:
Arriving at Vijayawada Airport (VGA)
Consider staying in a hotel near VGA if you're on a late London Gatwick Airport to Vijayawada Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
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)
The quietest month for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Vijayawada Airport is April, while April is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Vijayawada based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When reserving your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Vijayawada Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Vijayawada, with temperatures ranging from 28ºC (82ºF) to 41ºC (106ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LGW to VGA in January. Temperatures average between 17ºC (63ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) then.
Explore more of India
You've visited Vijayawada, now it's time to explore other parts of India. Journey around 386 kilometres south to Chennai to check off its top sights. From Marina Beach to Fort St. George and Government Museum, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Hyderabad is another well-known destination in India and is around 257 kilometres north-west of Vijayawada. No journey is complete without a visit to Charminar, Golconda Fort and GOLKONDA FORT.
