Flying from Washington DC to Visakhapatnam International Airport (VTZ): What you need to know
Visakhapatnam International Airport is located in Visakhapatnam. The city operates on the UTC+5:30 timezone and is ten hours 30 minutes ahead of Washington DC.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from Washington DC to VTZ.
With more people on the move during busy periods like April, get to the terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you deal with any delays. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Christmas.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
DCA is around 6 kms (4 miles) from central Washington DC. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 25 minutes.
Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Washington DC to Visakhapatnam International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
76% of flights that leave from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport make it to their destination on time.
You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Add a stopover to your journey at Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL). It's a popular transfer point for flights from Washington DC to Visakhapatnam International Airport (VTZ) leaving Washington Dulles International Airport.
On public transport, you can travel from central Washington DC to IAD in around 1 hour 10 minutes. The airport is roughly 40 kms (25 miles) away, and getting there by car takes approximately 45 minutes.
Catching an early morning flight? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Washington Dulles International Airport the day before your Washington DC to VTZ flight:
74% of flights leaving Washington Dulles International Airport make it to their destination as expected.
IAD is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
The journey to BWI from central Washington DC is around 50 minutes by public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you about 40 minutes to cover the 48 kms (30 miles) or so.
Relax in bed for a little longer and still make your Washington DC to Visakhapatnam International Airport flight without having to rush. These accommodation options near Baltimore Washington International Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're jetting off early:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights reach their destinations without delays. At BWI, that rate is 77%.
About Visakhapatnam International Airport (VTZ)
Consider booking a hotel near VTZ if you have a late flight from Washington DC to Visakhapatnam International Airport. Select one of these options and end the night sooner:
Getting from Visakhapatnam International Airport (VTZ) to central Visakhapatnam
Visakhapatnam International Airport is around 11 kms (7 miles) from central Visakhapatnam. It takes around 30 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Visakhapatnam International Airport (VTZ)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Visakhapatnam International Airport is £431. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £1,106. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Washington DC to VTZ. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Visakhapatnam International Airport (VTZ)
Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding your trip dates. May is the quietest month to go to Visakhapatnam. October is when most people book flights from Washington DC to Visakhapatnam International Airport (VTZ), which may be perfect if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
The warmest month in Visakhapatnam is May, with temperatures ranging between 27ºC and 34ºC. Book your Washington DC to VTZ plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has temperatures of between 19ºC and 28ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Visakhapatnam International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Visakhapatnam
Start your Visakhapatnam trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Visakhapatnam International Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Lord Shiva Statue Kailasagiri, Saibaba Temple and Trekking Spot Sanjeevani Dhara Mountain are must-visits when exploring Visakhapatnam.
Explore more of India
You've visited Visakhapatnam, now it's time to discover other parts of India. Travel around 177 kms (110 miles) northwest to Nowrangapur to check off its popular sights. From Sri Sidhibinayak Temple to Sri Gundicha Mandira and Shri 1008 Adinath Digambar Jinalaya, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Brahmapur is another favourite destination in India and is around 241 kms (150 miles) northeast of Visakhapatnam. No journey is complete without dropping by Shirdi Sai Temple, Sri Kasi Viswanath Temple and Sri Jagannath Temple.
