How To Reach Andaman ?

By Air:

Main Airport: Veer Savarkar International Airport (Port Blair)

Located in Port Blair, the capital of the Andaman Islands, this is the main gateway to the islands.

Airlines: Major airlines like Air India, Indigo, SpiceJet, Vistara, and GoAir operate direct flights from these cities to Port Blair.

Flight Duration: From mainland India, it usually takes about:

2 to 2.5 hours from Kolkata and Chennai.

3.5 to 4 hours from Delhi or Bangalore.

Major Cities with Direct Flights:

Flight Duration: From mainland India, it usually takes about:

Delhi

Kolkata

Chennai

Bangalore

Mumbai

Hydrabad

By Sea:

Passenger ships operate from Chennai, Kolkata, and Visakhapatnam to Port Blair.

Duration: The journey by ship takes about 3 to 4 days.

Booking: You can book through government-run services like the Directorate of Shipping Services.

While traveling by sea is a scenic and adventurous option, it's significantly slower than air travel. Also, these ships operate based on specific schedules, and the availability might be limited.

Key Tips:

Best Time to Visit: October to May is ideal for visiting due to the pleasant weather. The monsoon season (June to September) can be quite unpredictable with heavy rains.

Permits: For Indian tourists, no special permit is required for visiting most areas. Foreign tourists, however, may need a permit to visit certain parts of the islands.