{"id":23836,"date":"2026-08-17T12:55:39","date_gmt":"2026-08-17T07:25:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/?p=23836"},"modified":"2026-08-17T12:59:45","modified_gmt":"2026-08-17T07:29:45","slug":"indigo-vijayawada-varanasi-kolkata-flights","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/indigo-vijayawada-varanasi-kolkata-flights\/","title":{"rendered":"IndiGo Starts New Vijayawada to Varanasi and Kolkata Flights"},"content":{"rendered":"
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IndiGo started new flight services connecting Vijayawada with Varanasi and Kolkata. The flights operate three days a week and give passengers from Andhra Pradesh more travel options. The route can help pilgrims, tourists, students, business travelers and families.<\/span><\/p>\n

IndiGo\u2019s Vijayawada to Varanasi and Kolkata Flights<\/b><\/h2>\n

IndiGo operates the route every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Passengers from Vijayawada can fly directly to Varanasi, while those traveling to Kolkata can continue through Varanasi.<\/span><\/p>\n

Vijayawada to Varanasi and Kolkata Flight Schedule<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Flight<\/b><\/td>\nRoute<\/b><\/td>\nDeparture<\/b><\/td>\nArrival<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
6E6501<\/span><\/td>\nKolkata to Varanasi<\/span><\/td>\n2:10 PM<\/span><\/td>\n3:55 PM<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
6E6501<\/span><\/td>\nVaranasi to Vijayawada<\/span><\/td>\nContinues after stop<\/span><\/td>\n5:50 PM<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
6E6502<\/span><\/td>\nVijayawada to Varanasi<\/span><\/td>\n6:20 PM<\/span><\/td>\n8:15 PM<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
6E6502<\/span><\/td>\nVaranasi to Kolkata<\/span><\/td>\nContinues after stop\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n10:15 PM<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Passengers should check the latest schedule with IndiGo before traveling, as flight timings may change.<\/span><\/p>\n

New Vijayawada-Varanasi Route Helps Pilgrims<\/b><\/h3>\n

The new Vijayawada to Varanasi connection can make travel easier for pilgrims from Andhra Pradesh. Varanasi is one of India\u2019s major spiritual destinations and attracts visitors throughout the year. Many people from Andhra Pradesh visit the city for religious and cultural reasons. The direct flight can reduce travel time and offer an alternative to long train journeys or connecting flights.<\/span><\/p>\n

Better Connectivity to Kolkata<\/b><\/h3>\n

The new route also improves connectivity between Vijayawada and Kolkata. Passengers can travel to Kolkata through Varanasi on the same service. The connection can help people traveling for work, education, tourism, medical needs and family visits. It also strengthens Vijayawada Airport\u2019s domestic network.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

More Flights Could Start from Vijayawada Airport<\/b><\/h3>\n

Vijayawada Airport may get more domestic connections in the coming months. Authorities are working on possible routes to Pune, Ahmedabad and Kochi. However, they have not announced confirmed launch dates or schedules yet. A direct flight from Vijayawada to Dubai has also been proposed. Dubai serves as a major international hub with onward connections to Europe, Africa and the Americas. For now, the route remains a proposal and not a confirmed service.<\/span><\/p>\n

Airport Could Get Hub-and-Spoke Connectivity<\/b><\/h3>\n

The Civil Aviation Ministry also plans to improve international connectivity through a hub-and-spoke model. Under the proposed system, passengers could connect from Vijayawada to major international hub airports. The plan may allow travelers to complete customs and immigration formalities at Vijayawada before connecting to international flights.<\/span><\/p>\n

New Terminal Is Under Development<\/b><\/h3>\n

Authorities are working to complete the new integrated terminal building at Vijayawada Airport. The government plans to reflect local art and culture in its design. The upgraded terminal could handle more passengers as Vijayawada expands its flight network.<\/span><\/p>\n

What Should Passengers Know?<\/b><\/h3>\n

Passengers planning to use the new route should keep these points in mind:<\/span><\/p>\n