Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Vishakhapatnam Airport (VTZ): what you need to know
Visakhapatnam is five hours 30 minutes ahead of London and is in the UTC+5:30 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your LHR to VTZ flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Vishakhapatnam Airport. These are the top stopovers between LHR and VTZ:
Kempegowda International Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
Indira Gandhi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Vishakhapatnam Airport (VTZ)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Vishakhapatnam Airport flight is R 6,203. A return fare is currently R 10,718. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap tickets from LHR to VTZ, book ahead. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport to Vishakhapatnam Airport across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from LHR to VTZ.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Vishakhapatnam Airport.
Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Of the flights that depart from London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% touch down on time at their destination.
London Heathrow Airport is around 31 kilometres from central London. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 55 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near LHR. Whether you're boarding an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Vishakhapatnam Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Vishakhapatnam Airport (VTZ)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a London Heathrow Airport to Vishakhapatnam Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near VTZ instead:
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 takes roughly 50 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Vishakhapatnam Airport (VTZ)
The quietest month for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Vishakhapatnam Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Visakhapatnam based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When booking your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Vishakhapatnam Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Visakhapatnam, with temperatures ranging from 27ºC (81ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LHR to VTZ sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of India
Nowrangapur is just one of the many cities in India waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Visakhapatnam. Around 193 kilometres away to the north, its top attractions include Hospital Church, Jai Hanuman Statue and Sri Satya Sai Mandir.
If you're looking to explore another side of India, consider Vijayawada, about 306 kilometres south-west of Visakhapatnam. Kanaka Durga Temple, Prakasam Barrage and Victoria Museum are key highlights.
