Vijayawada to Brisbane Flights

  About Vijayawada

Situated on the banks of Krishna River is the city of Vijayawada in the state of Andhra Pradesh. Surrounded by dense greenery of the Eastern ghats, the city has exquisite scenery to cherish. The industrial city is known to have the second-largest rail junction connectivity, making it an important city in India. It is the hub of transport connection to South India. The city enjoys a beautiful melange of cultures and heritages, making it a good tourist place. Flight connectivity to Vijayawada from other major cities further enhances its importance.

Best time to visit Vijayawada

Vijayawada's climate is usually moderate all-round the year. However, winter months make it the best time to visit. Winters arrive in October and stay till February, giving people ample time to plan a trip to Vijayawada for a small excursion. The November and December months are especially favourable for travelling as the sun is pleasant, as is the vibe of the place. Thanks to the favourable weather, it manages to attract a lot of tourists to Vijayawada city. Even the flight tickets to Vijayawada see a spike during the peak-season, being winter. You will have a good time during winter in Vijayawada as the streets are lit with many hawkers selling some of the finest street food. Plus, it would be easier to visit tourist attractions in and around the city.

While the winters are inviting and beautiful, the summers are equally scorching and terrible. The temperatures often spike up to 43 degree Celsius, which can be tough for some people to deal with. The weather is extremely hot and humid. It definitely would not allow you to traverse within the city as the pesky heat and humidity would come in the way of your mood. Not to mention how it could have some have implications such as heat strokes and dehydration too. Best thing to do would be to avoid summers in Vijayawada for one's own safety. Besides, if travel and leisure is your purpose of visiting Vijayawada, then it is all the more important that you do not opt for Vijayawada for vacation. It certainly wouldn't be a good trip, and you might end up feeling more worked up than before.

Interestingly, the monsoons are not good but not as bad as summers. The city witnesses torrential rains between the months of July and September. Due to the extreme downpour, the travel plans that you may have had might need alteration. The erratic nature of the rain will have an effect on the temperature of the city. It could be favourable, or it could be bad. Hence, the best way to go about it would be to only pick winter as the time to visit Vijayawada. It is ideal, and the city also has more life to it that would do well with your vacation mood.

Places to visit in Vijayawada

Vijayawada has a plethora of beautiful tourist attractions that would make for a good itinerary. Bhavani Island is one such place where the Krishna river would surround you while you enjoy fine dining. It is the perfect leisure setting that one can ask for. Aside from it, you can further explore some of the temples and pilgrimage that is situated in the city. Places such as Kanaka Durga Temple, Subramanya Swamy Temple, Hinkar Tirtha, ISKCON Temple, to name a few, are places that would transport you to a serene environment. Exploring ruins at the Kondapalli Fort is also a good way to spend time in Vijayawada. As is visiting the Victoria Museum to learn more about the Vijayawada empire and the historical significance of the city.

Things to do in Vijayawada

Not just food and tourist attractions but the city also cater to one's recreational needs with a slew of things to do. Shopping being the primary attraction for many, tourists often flock over to the Besant Road for some street shopping. Getting souvenirs for your peers could be something fun to engage in. For those who are interested in flexing calf muscles and engaging in some adventure activities, you can pick trekking to the Mangalagiri Hills or Gandhi Hill as an option. Further to rest easy, packing a picnic basket and heading to the Kolleru Lake is also a comfortable idea that you can undertake.

Food and Restaurants in Vijayawada

Vijayawada's food culture would be agreeable to all. The city brings together some of the finer shades of Indian cuisine in one platter. Although the city is predominantly South Indian and would cater to the said cuisine, they do come with variations. Vijayawada accommodates Udupi-style restaurants, exquisite fine dining experiences with global fusion and more. You will thoroughly be overjoyed by the plethora of food options that the city has for you. Traditional food joints have also been transformed into fine dining experiences that cannot be missed. The foodie in you would certainly agree with some of the food that the city offers. It is a known fact that people in Andhra Pradesh hold a special spot for rice and pickles. Do make a note that the food quantity is abundant, so prepare your stomach for an adventure.

The city has a bunch of mess and caterer services where you can eat to your heart's content. Sr Ramayya Mess and Caterers is one such place which would give you some delicious authentic South Indian spread. It is purely vegetarian and one of the famous places in Vijayawada. Make sure you taste their bread halwa and gongura pachadi, you will not be disappointed. Babai Hotel in Vijaywada is not just prominent for being a breakfast joint since 1942 but also for serving food to bigtime celebrities such as Sri N.T.Rama Rao, Akkineni Nageswara Rao, Chandra Mohan, Neelam Sanjiva Reddy, to name a few.

For impeccable non-vegetarian dishes, you should head to GAD Restaurant, Sweet Magic, TFL and RR Durbar. These places serve the best non-vegetarian spin that is Andhra Pradesh's speciality. Much of their menu has kebabs and biryanis for food enthusiasts. You should not miss out the street food that also defines Vijayawada's food culture. At Kit-Kat Bakery, relish their masala burgers and bread omelettes. Visit Shahana's juice point to get some refreshing fruit juice.

How to reach Vijayawada (Transportation)

By Air

Vijayawada is an international airport and entertains international flights along with domestic ones. Located in the Gannavaram area, Vijayawada International Airport was originally built as an army base to serve during the Second World War. Since the airport's location is right on NH 5, it connects with various cities in the South such as Chennai, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Coimbatore, Tirupati, Visakhapatnam and Tirupati, to name a few. Major airlines such as TruJet, Air India, SpiceJet and Air Costa function from the Vijayawada airport. Flights from Vijayawada fly to prominent cities in India, including Bangalore, Goa, Patna, Chennai, Varanasi, Kochi, Kolkata and more. Direct flights to Mumbai from Vijayawada are also available and are serviced by Air India.

Despite being an international airport, there are no flights from international routes that connect to Vijayawada. In fact, to book an international flight, you will have to check for connecting flights from Hyderabad. Flight tickets to Vijayawada are not extremely pricey. You can easily book your flight ticket to Vijayawada and get some fantastic flight deals. Better accommodations are available in the city centre, but it would be best to book your hotel room in Vijayawada before your journey.

By Rail

Vijayawada's railway connectivity is legendary. In fact, the city's railway junction is known to be the second biggest in India. Vijayawada railway station is an important station in India as a majority of the train connections from North to South of India pass through the city. The rail is actually a hub that enables connecting all the cities in South of India more convenient. The station is abundantly crowded with trains coming from all corners of India. While there is a Howrah-Chennai mainline that passes through Vijayawada, there are other lines like Delhi-Chennai, Mumbai-Chennai, too that pass through this. Vijayawada is a popular rail route that has excellent network.

Express trains such as Chennai Express, Shatabdi Express, Coromandal Express, Guwahati Express and Jaipur Express, to name a few, take a halt at Vijayawada. The station's location is in the city centre, making travelling within the city comfortable. Due to the fantastic connectivity of trains, the rail is considered over flights to Vijayawada by tourists.

By Road

The roads are just as brilliantly connected as the air and rail to Vijayawada. National highways such as NH 5, NH 9, NH 30 and more passes through Vijayawada, making it a popular route for road transport. A state-run bus facility for inter-state travelling is also available. As for intra-city and inter-state buses, private services to connect cities via AC/Non-AC buses. While traffic congestion can be expected on the highways, the road conditions are favourable, making travelling by road a lot easier. As a developed city, Vijayawada's transportation is quite immaculate. Traffic and other concerns do erupt owing to the crowd.

  About Brisbane

If you are planning a vacation to Australia, Brisbane is a city that must be on your itinerary. It is a popular tourist attraction in Australia after Sydney and Melbourne. It is also the capital of Queensland, which is also called Sunshine State. The city is known for its music, art, food and a very happening nightlife. Brisbane is also popular for its wildlife. From hugging Koalas to swimming with the dolphins, you can spend an entire day with animals and never get tired of it. The city also houses some of the best rooftop bars with a stunning view overlooking the beaches. You can catch a rugby match at the Suncorp Stadium if you are a sports fanatic or you can also opt for activities like climbing the Story Bridge and much more. The city gives you a ton of options to choose from that makes your vacation worth every penny spent. It is an ideal holiday destination if you want to spend it outdoors and not indoors.

Best Time to Visit Brisbane

One thing is certain, no matter what time of the year it is when you visit Brisbane, you will find yourself walking into more than one event. March to May is one of the best times to visit Brisbane. It is not a high tourist season, but the city does get relief from the heavy monsoon showers and heads towards the high season. The temperature ranges from 13 to 27 degree Celsius. You will come across some excellent flight deals to Brisbane, along with accommodations during this time. While you are here, you can attend the Brisbane Comedy Festival, World Science Festival Brisbane, Redcliffe Festival of Sails and Bike Week. The weather is quite pleasant, and you will also get to indulge in all of the outdoor activities that you plan to try. Flight tickets to Brisbane are also comparatively cheaper. If you don't like a crowded place, this is the perfect time to visit Brisbane.

June to August is winter in Brisbane, and the temperature ranges from 10 to 23 degree Celsius. Even though it is winter in the city, the days remain quite warm. This is the best time to indulge in outdoor activities and attend events that are hosted here. This is high season in Brisbane, and you will even spot tourists from Sydney and Melbourne. Royal Queensland Show or Ekka is a very popular event that takes place in August. You can also attend the Queensland Music Festival and Out of the Box Festival in June-July. If you are in Brisbane in August, make sure you also attend the Redcliffe KiteFest. Make sure you book your hotel in Brisbane well in advance, along with your flight tickets to Brisbane because the rates spike up during this season.

Brisbane experiences springtime from September to November. The days are warm and the nights are quite breezy. The weather sets quite a romantic mood in the evenings. The temperature ranges from 13 to 28 degree Celsius. It is also a very busy time in Brisbane. You attend events like the Brisbane Writers Festival and Brisbane Festival in September, Valley Fiesta and Oktoberfest in October. The weather is perfect for trying any outdoor activity. You can even go for a swim in the lake or to the beaches. Make sure you book your accommodation well in advance since hotels fill up pretty quickly during this season.

December to February are the wettest months in Brisbane. The temperature ranges from 20 to 30 degree Celsius. The heavy showers even lead to floods sometimes. Not to mention, you will also witness a lot of thunderstorms. Hotel prices drop and so do flight fares, since there are very few tourists in the city. The heavy showers might even put a damper on your outdoor plans. But you can, however, enjoy a lot of events and festivals in the city during this time. You can attend the Brisbane Comedy Festival in February and March or the BrisAsia Festival in January and February. You can also head to the Woodford Folk Festival in December-January.

Places to Visit in Brisbane

Whether you like beaches or mountains or both, Brisbane has both of it. You can either hit the beach over the weekend or go on a hike to the mountains. You will never get bored in Brisbane, and that is certain. The city also has museums and gardens for you to explore. Australia is known for its wildlife, and you can experience it in Brisbane, too. The Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary is one of the oldest and largest Koala sanctuaries in the world. But apart from Koalas, you will also find kangaroos, wombats, emus, Tasmanian devils, cockatoos, Australian parrots and so on. You can even hug a Koala here and take loads of pictures. Glass House Mountains on the coastal plains of Queensland and a group of thirteen volcanic hills. The native flora and fauna, along with a picturesque landscape, is what attracts tourists to this place. You can also go mountain climbing at Tibrogargan and Ngungun mountains. Story Bridge is an iconic structure in the city that connects Kangaroo Point, Brisbane CBD and Fortitude Valley. You can either explore the area on foot or rent a bicycle.

Bussink Ferris wheel is one of the most magnificent places to go to in Brisbane. It is 60-meters tall and offers you a 360-degree view of the city. The Ferris wheel stops when you reach the top, and you get to hear audio that reveals all the major attractions in Brisbane that you can visit. Roma Street Parkland is yet another popular attraction that you can head to on a sunny day. There are quite a few gardens in there, and they also have an amphitheatre. Queensland Gallery of Modern Art, or GOMA, is where you head to if you are an art lover. The museum houses a lot of modern and contemporary arts. South Bank is one of the most relaxing tourist attractions in Brisbane. Some eateries offer delicious foods, a scenic view from the river and it is also closer to other tourist attractions like the Wheel of Brisbane, Streets Beach, Grand Arbour and Nepal Peace Pagoda. If you are planning to head to the South Bank, make sure you pack your sunscreen and beach clothes. Streets Beach is right near the South Bank, and you can spend a gorgeous evening here.

Things to do in Brisbane

You can either rent a taxi for the entire day to explore the city, hire a guide for the day or you can just explore the city on foot all by yourself. Brisbane is known for its botanical gardens, and you can just explore the lush green gardens for a day. You can visit the Brisbane Botanic Gardens at Mount Coot-tha or the City Botanic Gardens. Story Bridge is yet another popular tourist attraction in the city and mainly because it connects three other attractions. It is the link between Kangaroo Point, Fortitude Valley and central Brisbane. It also makes for a great place to take pictures. Head over to the Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary to hug a Koala and take pictures with it. Go on a hike at Mount Coot-tha, and you will get a spectacular view of the city from up there. You can also enjoy a ferry ride from the South Bank to explore the city better.

Food and Restaurants in Brisbane

Brisbane has a very eclectic dining scene and a vibrant nightlife. You will find everything from Turkish, Chinese and Spanish cuisine to Australian food. You must try the meat pies here with potato wedges and other types of meats that are coated with Piri Piri. These are some of the popular and traditional Australian dishes. You will also find a lot of seafood, oysters specifically since it is so close to the ocean. The downtown area in Brisbane boasts of some top-rated restaurants. Esquire and The EURO are some of the most popular eateries in the city. You must also try the Farmers markets in the city since it is a big part of the food culture in Brisbane. Head over to Betty's Burgers and Concrete Co or Rogue Bistro for authentic Australian food and lip-smacking burgers. You can also try La Cache a Vin for traditional French cuisine and a glass of wine.

How to reach Brisbane (Transportation)

Brisbane Airport is the nearest to the city and is also the primary international airport in the city. It is also a major hub for airlines like Virgin Australia and Qantas. The flight connectivity to Brisbane from India is excellent. However, the travel time ranges from 18 to 30 hours, and it can get a tad exhausting. Cathay Pacific Airways, Qantas Airways and Singapore Airlines have frequent flights to Brisbane from India with layovers at Hong Kong, Melbourne, Sydney or Singapore, depending on which flight you pick. The airport is well-equipped with WiFi, lounges, smoking areas, shopping areas, restaurants and cafes. You will also get a taxi from the airport to your hotel quite easily.