How To Reach Andaman And Nicobar (India) In 2026 - 2027
How to Reach Andaman and Nicobar Islands, India
The Andaman and Nicobar Islands are a group of islands at the juncture of the Bay of Bengal and Andaman Sea. Given its location, reaching the islands by train or road directly is not possible. Here's how you can reach there:
By Flight:
The primary mode of travel to Andaman and Nicobar is by air. The nearest airport is Veere Savarkar International Airport in Port Blair, which is well connected by flights from major Indian cities.
By Ship:
Travel by sea is also an option, though less frequent. Ships sail from Kolkata, Visakhapatnam, and Chennai. The journey can take around 50-60 hours depending on the weather conditions and the ship.
Reaching Andaman and Nicobar from India's Top 10 Cities
Tourists from India's top cities can reach the Andaman and Nicobar Islands by air directly or through connecting flights.
| City | Distance by Air | How to Reach by Air | Suggested Road Route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delhi | ~2485 km | Direct and connecting flights to Port Blair from Indira Gandhi International Airport | N/A |
| Mumbai | ~2275 km | Direct and connecting flights to Port Blair from Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport | N/A |
| Kolkata | ~1300 km | Direct flights to Port Blair from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport | N/A |
| Chennai | ~1369 km | Direct flights to Port Blair from Chennai International Airport | N/A |
| Bengaluru | ~1680 km | Direct and connecting flights to Port Blair from Kempegowda International Airport | N/A |
| Hyderabad | ~1660 km | Connecting flights to Port Blair from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport | N/A |
| Ahmedabad | ~2600 km | Connecting flights to Port Blair from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport | N/A |
| Pune | ~2080 km | Connecting flights to Port Blair from Pune Airport | N/A |
| Jaipur | ~2345 km | Connecting flights to Port Blair from Jaipur International Airport | N/A |
| Surat | ~2345 km | Connecting flights to Port Blair from Surat International Airport | N/A |
Note: There are no direct train services or connected road routes to the Andaman and Nicobar Islands due to its geographic isolation. Tourists wishing to travel from any city by road would have to reach Chennai, Kolkata, or Visakhapatnam from where they can continue their journey via a ship to Port Blair. However, taking a ship is a more time-consuming process and less preferred by most tourists due to the availability of flights.
If considering a sea journey, plan ahead as the service is not available daily. Indian citizens do not require a permit to visit the Andaman islands, but some areas require special permission. Foreign nationals need a Restricted Area Permit (RAP) to visit the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
Upon reaching Port Blair, tourists can travel between islands using inter-island ferry services, which include government-run and private ferries. Leveraging air travel is highly recommended for its efficiency and time-saving benefits.
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