How to Reach Andaman & Nicobar Islands?
A & N Islands can be reached in 2 Ways.
- By Availing Flights from major Indian Cities Such as Kolkata, Bangalore and Chennai.
Take a flight from Chennai, Kolkata or Bangalore to Port Blair (The Capital of A&N Islands). There is no Direct flight from any other cities of now. If you are travelling from any other city in India then you will have to reach these cities and then take flight to Port Blair. All commercial flights land in Port Blair Veer Savarkar Airport. Flight take approximately 02:00 Hrs from Chennai, 02:30 Hrs from Bangalore and Kolkata to reach Port Blair.
- By Availing Ships from Chennai, Kolkata and Vizag (Operated by Government of India). The ships journey takes at-least 3 Days to reach Port Blair. Ships from Kolkata takes a little more time. There are different classes in Ships. Tickets for ships can be purchased from shipping services in these cities. Ship voyages would be a great experience of your life time. However, it completely depends upon the time your schedule, if you are coming for an extended vacation then you can avail ships. Please note that the ships that operate in Andaman Islands are not cruises that you see in pictures. People say, “Traveling in ship will cause sea sickness and you won’t be able to enjoy the trip”. We Say, its onto you, if you would like to experience ship journey, you may opt or else, even you can experience small ship journey between islands locally. Various timing and Ship schedule can be checked in the government website at Andaman Ship Schedule. In addition, ship sailing take place once or twice a week and is not available every day. The ticket booking opens approximately 15 days prior departure. A form can be downloaded from the Government website and a booking request can be submitted. Hard copy of the tickets is a must to board the vessel.
FAQs:
- Can we travel to Andaman By Train?
– There is no Way you can reach Andaman Islands by Train from anywhere in the world.
- Can we reach Andaman By Bus?
– No bus services are available to Andaman Islands. You will have to cross Bay of Bengal Sea either by flight or Ship only.
- Do we require Passport For Indian Citizens?
- No, Passport is not required for Indian Citizens. However, you will require permit if you are visiting Jolly Bouy Island, Redskin Island and Cinque Island. To visit Havelock, Neil and Baratang you do not require any permits.