New Delhi, August 17: Air India announced on Sunday that all its flights to and from Visakhapatnam International Airport will now operate from the newly inaugurated Alluri Sitarama Raju International Airport in Bhogapuram starting August 17. The airport code VTZ will remain unchanged.
The airline stated it will continue to offer 14 weekly flights between Bhogapuram and Delhi, providing customers with connectivity to major domestic and international destinations through its hub.
Spanning 77,342 square meters, the new terminal offers enhanced comfort and operational efficiency for passengers. It features 22 traditional check-in counters, 18 self-baggage drop units, an advanced screening system, state-of-the-art baggage handling facilities, and seven aerobridges.
This airport will operate under the IATA code VTZ, which will be transferred from the existing Visakhapatnam airport. However, officials noted that the current airport will still be used for defense and police operations, VIP movements, and unscheduled special flights.
Under the current aviation timetable, the flight schedule for Bhogapuram Airport will remain in effect until October 24, 2026. Air India will operate multiple daily flights between Bhogapuram and Hyderabad, Bengaluru, and Vijayawada, enhancing air connectivity in Andhra Pradesh and neighboring states.
According to the new schedule, there will be two daily flights from Hyderabad to Bhogapuram. These daily services will facilitate convenient travel between Telangana and Andhra Pradesh.
Additionally, two daily flights will operate from Bengaluru to Bhogapuram, with an extra return service available on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays.
The Alluri Sitarama Raju International Airport in Bhogapuram was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on August 1. It is located in the Vizianagaram district of Andhra Pradesh and serves the Visakhapatnam metropolitan area.
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