Akasa Air starts daily Visakhapatnam-Delhi flights from new Bhogapuram airport
By Meera IyerGovernance & Policy Editor, Peepals Bharat
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Akasa Air began daily non-stop Visakhapatnam-Delhi flights on October 25, 2026, from the new Alluri Sitarama Raju airport, the third airline on the route.
What Happened
Akasa Air began daily non-stop flights between Visakhapatnam and Delhi on Sunday, October 25, 2026, becoming the third airline to fly the route, according to the airline's announcement and travel trade reports. The first flight left Alluri Sitarama Raju International Airport, the new airport serving Visakhapatnam at Bhogapuram, at 9.05 am and reached Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi at 11.30 am. The return flight leaves Delhi at 5.55 am and lands in Visakhapatnam at 8.20 am.
Key Facts
- Route: Visakhapatnam (Alluri Sitarama Raju International Airport, Bhogapuram) to Delhi (Indira Gandhi International Airport), daily and non-stop.
- Start date: October 25, 2026.
- Delhi to Visakhapatnam: departs 5.55 am, arrives 8.20 am (listed as QP 1841 in the airline's release).
- Visakhapatnam to Delhi: departs 9.05 am, arrives 11.30 am (listed as QP 1842).
- Akasa is the third airline on the route, according to reports.
- Air India had announced 14 weekly Delhi-Visakhapatnam flights after operations moved to the new Bhogapuram airport in August.
- The new airport, run by GMR, opened for commercial flights on August 17, 2026; its first phase can handle six million passengers a year.
- One outlet gave different flight numbers, so passengers should confirm on the airline's booking system.
Why It Matters
Visakhapatnam is one of the main cities on India's east coast. A direct link to the national capital matters for business travellers, government officials and families, and every extra daily flight adds seats and choice on a busy route.
The timing of the flights is designed for a day trip. A traveller from Visakhapatnam can reach Delhi before noon, and the early morning flight from Delhi lands in time for a full working day in Andhra Pradesh. With three airlines on the route, passengers can also expect more competition on fares, especially during holiday periods.
The route also reflects the shift to the city's new airport. Alluri Sitarama Raju International Airport at Bhogapuram, developed and run by GMR, began commercial operations on August 17, 2026, when scheduled flights moved from the old Visakhapatnam airport. About 31 flights were scheduled on its first day, with domestic services and international links to Singapore and Abu Dhabi, according to reports at the time. Its first phase is designed for 60 lakh (six million) passengers a year, with a long-term plan for 4 crore (40 million). Airlines have been adding services there since. New flights help establish it as the region's main air gateway. Travellers who used the old airport should check the new location and allow for travel time to Bhogapuram when they book.
There is a short-term caution. Cyclone Arnab made landfall on the Andhra Pradesh coast near Kakinada early on October 28, and the civil aviation ministry had said flights to Andhra Pradesh and Odisha were expected to be among the most affected. Anyone flying to or from Visakhapatnam this week should check flight status with the airline before leaving for the airport.
| Direction | Departs | Arrives |
|---|---|---|
| Delhi to Visakhapatnam | 5.55 am | 8.20 am |
| Visakhapatnam to Delhi | 9.05 am | 11.30 am |
Impact
Short-term: Travellers between Visakhapatnam and Delhi have a new daily non-stop option with morning timings. Weather disruption from Cyclone Arnab may affect schedules in the first days.
Long-term: More airlines at the new Bhogapuram airport could strengthen Visakhapatnam's links with the rest of India, supporting tourism, investment and the airport's growth as a regional hub.
Who is affected: Business and leisure travellers in north coastal Andhra Pradesh, tourists visiting the region, rival airlines on the route, and the new airport's operator.
Key Takeaway
Akasa Air's new daily non-stop flights, from October 25, give Visakhapatnam a third airline to Delhi and add traffic at the city's new Bhogapuram airport.
Questions and Answers
When did Akasa Air start Visakhapatnam to Delhi flights?
Akasa Air started daily non-stop flights between Visakhapatnam and Delhi on October 25, 2026.
What are the Akasa Air Vizag-Delhi flight timings?
The Visakhapatnam to Delhi flight leaves at 9.05 am and arrives at 11.30 am. The Delhi to Visakhapatnam flight leaves at 5.55 am and arrives at 8.20 am, according to the airline's release.
Which airport does the flight use in Visakhapatnam?
It uses Alluri Sitarama Raju International Airport at Bhogapuram, which took over Visakhapatnam's commercial flights in August 2026.
Will Cyclone Arnab affect Visakhapatnam flights?
It may. The civil aviation ministry said flights to Andhra Pradesh and Odisha were expected to be among the most affected by the cyclone, so passengers should check flight status before travelling.
Disclaimer: Prepared by the Peepals newsroom from publicly available sources with AI assistance. Information is accurate to the best of our knowledge at the time of publication and may change. Images may be representative. Not professional advice. Report an error via our contact page.
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