New Alluri Sitarama Raju Airport Flags Off Flights, Welcomes Commuters Praises Modern Facilities
On August 17, 2026, the Alluri Sitarama Raju International Airport at Bhogapuram commenced commercial operations, taking over flights from INS Dega. The first arrivals were IndiGo flight 6E 6408 and Air India Express IX 2064, while the first departure was Air India Express IX 2745 to Hyderabad. Union Civil Aviation Minister Kinjarapu Ram Mohan Naidu flagged off the flights. Commuters like Vikram Penmetsa praised the airport's modern facilities, which include live music and digital systems. The airport covers about 2,200 acres with an initial capacity of six million passengers annually.
16 AUG 2026
— The Hindu
The Visakhapatnam airport ceased commercial operations on August 16, 2026, with the last flight departing at 10:45 p.m., paving the way for the Bhogapuram airport to assume its role.
17 AUG 2026
· THIS STORY — The Hindu
The Alluri Sitarama Raju International Airport at Bhogapuram began commercial operations on August 17, 2026, taking over flights from INS Dega.
19 AUG 2026
— The Hindu
The Andhra Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation launched an 'Aero Express' electric bus service from Visakhapatnam to Bhogapuram airport, offering lower fares than private cabs.
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