Vizag Domestic Flights Likely to Shift to Bhogapuram Airport From Midnight
Visakhapatnam, August 16, 2026: Domestic flight operations at Visakhapatnam Airport are likely to be suspended from midnight as airline services prepare to shift to the newly developed Bhogapuram International Airport.
The move marks a major development for aviation infrastructure in North Andhra, with Bhogapuram set to handle both domestic and international passenger services.
First Flights to Take Off From Bhogapuram
The new airport is scheduled to welcome its first passengers from August 17. Several airlines operating from Visakhapatnam have reportedly released schedules for their services from the new airport.
The transition is expected to bring a significant change to the region's air connectivity, with Bhogapuram emerging as the new aviation hub for North Andhra.
Major Milestone for North Andhra
Bhogapuram International Airport has been developed to accommodate both domestic and international flights. The commencement of passenger operations is being viewed as a major milestone in the region's aviation history.
The shift of flight operations from Visakhapatnam to Bhogapuram is expected to mark the beginning of a new phase in North Andhra's air-travel infrastructure.
