Flying from Salem Airport (SXV) to Vijayawada Airport (VGA): what you need to know
Salem and Vijayawada are in the same timezone, UTC+5:30.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your SXV to VGA flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like April, 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 fly during a peak period in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Salem Airport to Vijayawada Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between SXV and VGA:
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport
Kempegowda International Airport
Chennai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Salem Airport (SXV) to Vijayawada Airport (VGA)
₹ 6,913 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Salem Airport to Vijayawada Airport flight. A return flight starts at ₹ 16,221. These fares can change based on demand.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from SXV to VGA. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Salem Airport to Vijayawada Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares throughout the month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Salem Airport (SXV)
80.0% of flights leaving Salem Airport land at their destination on schedule. Given its strong on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when setting off from SXV.
Salem Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Salem. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Staying the night at a hotel can take the stress out of reaching the airport on time. If you want a place to stay before your flight from Salem Airport to Vijayawada Airport, check out SD Residency. It's a short drive from SXV.
Arriving at Vijayawada Airport (VGA)
If you have a late Salem Airport to Vijayawada Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near VGA:
Getting from Vijayawada Airport (VGA) to central Vijayawada
Vijayawada Airport to the centre of Vijayawada has a drive time of about 35 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
When to fly to Vijayawada Airport (VGA)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Salem Airport to Vijayawada Airport. April is the busiest month to head to Vijayawada. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Vijayawada is May, with temperatures ranging between 28ºC and 41ºC. Lock in your flights from Salem Airport to Vijayawada Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from SXV to VGA in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 17ºC and 31ºC on average.
Explore more of India
Vijayawada is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of India waiting to be explored. Around 386 kilometres south of Vijayawada, a trip to Chennai will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Marina Beach, Fort St. George and Government Museum.
If you want to check out another major destination in India, head for Hyderabad, roughly 257 kilometres north-west of Vijayawada. Charminar, Golconda Fort and GOLKONDA FORT are among its highlights.
