Direct (nonstop) flights from Chennai to Vijayawada

1 airline flys nonstop from Chennai International (MAA) to Vijayawada (VGA). It's 247 miles (398 km), about 1h 25m in the air. Operated by IndiGo.

MAA
Chennai International
🇮🇳 Chennai, India
VGA
Vijayawada
🇮🇳 Vijayawada, India
Flight Time
1h 25m
Distance
247 mi
398 km
CO₂/pax
46 kg
−41 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
IndiGo
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by IndiGo IndiGo

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

IndiGo 6E IndiGo
Route
MAA → VGA
Flight Time
1h 25m
Distance
247 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Chennai to Vijayawada with one stop · direct emits 46 kg CO₂ per passenger

MAA CDP (Kadapa) VGA
Leg 1: 55m (141 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (193 mi) Total: ~2h 🍃 87 kg CO₂ (+89% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MAA → CDP
55m · 141 mi
View MAA to CDP flights →
Leg 2
CDP → VGA
1h 5m · 193 mi
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MAA VTZ (Vishakhapatnam) VGA
Leg 1: 1h 15m (385 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (180 mi) Total: ~2h 20m 🍃 129 kg CO₂ (+180% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MAA → VTZ
1h 15m · 385 mi
View MAA to VTZ flights →
Leg 2
VTZ → VGA
1h 5m · 180 mi
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MAA HYD (Hyderabad) VGA
Leg 1: 1h 15m (314 mi) Leg 2: 1h 8m (163 mi) Total: ~2h 23m 🍃 113 kg CO₂ (+146% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MAA → HYD
1h 15m · 314 mi
View MAA to HYD flights →
Leg 2
HYD → VGA
1h 8m · 163 mi
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MAA BLR (Bengaluru) VGA
Leg 1: 1h 5m (166 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (308 mi) Total: ~2h 35m 🍃 113 kg CO₂ (+146% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MAA → BLR
1h 5m · 166 mi
View MAA to BLR flights →
Leg 2
BLR → VGA
1h 30m · 308 mi
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MAA BOM (Mumbai) VGA
Leg 1: 2h 5m (641 mi) Leg 2: 1h 48m (551 mi) Total: ~3h 53m 🍃 246 kg CO₂ (+435% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MAA → BOM
2h 5m · 641 mi
View MAA to BOM flights →
Leg 2
BOM → VGA
1h 48m · 551 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Chennai to Vijayawada?

A nonstop flight from Chennai (MAA) to Vijayawada (VGA) takes approximately 1 hours and 25 minutes. The distance is 247 miles (398 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Chennai to Vijayawada?

Just IndiGo.

Is there a nonstop flight from Chennai to Vijayawada?

Yes. 1 airline: IndiGo.

How far is Chennai from Vijayawada?

The flight distance from Chennai to Vijayawada is 247 miles (398 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to Paris.

What type of aircraft flies from Chennai to Vijayawada?

At 1h 25m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Chennai to Vijayawada?

Roughly 46 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 230 km.

Is the return flight from Vijayawada to Chennai also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Chennai to Vijayawada?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Chennai International for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.