Why the Visakhapatnam airport shut, and what still flies from INS Dega

Visakhapatnam shuts, Bhogapuram opens: Andhra’s newest commercial airport

Bhogapuram Airport has opened for operations, with Air India, IndiGo and Air India Express among airlines starting flights. Check routes and key details.

Why has Visakhapatnam Airport stopped all scheduled commercial flight operations?

Visakhapatnam Airport has ended scheduled commercial flights as Bhogapuram airport begins operations. The 'VTZ' airport code will also shift to the new airport.

Why the Visakhapatnam airport shut, and what still flies from INS Dega

The 10.45 p.m. IndiGo to Delhi was the final scheduled service from the civil enclave at INS Dega. From 12.01 a.m. on Monday, every airline flight moves to Bhogapuram, and the code VTZ moves with them

Why did the Visakhapatnam Airport stop its operations?

Commercial flight operations have officially commenced at the new Alluri Sitarama Raju International Airport in Bhogapuram, signaling the closure of the Visakhapatnam Airport for civilian air traffic. This significant shift means all scheduled flights, identified by the 'VTZ' code, will now operate from the Bhogapuram facility, located approximately 44 km from the city. The older Visakhapatnam Airport, after 64 years of service, will continue it…