Key takeaways
- Plan for about ₹36,000 per person on a budget, ₹65,000 mid-range and ₹1.29 lakh premium.
- Kolkata has more Port Blair flights than any other city (about 90 a week); Air India Express fares start around ₹5,331 one-way.
- Private ferries take about 1h 30m from Port Blair to Havelock; economy seats cost about ₹1,300–1,500 and premium seats about ₹2,000–2,300.
- December–January is the most expensive period; late February and March give the same weather for less.
On this page
- Andaman trip cost from Kolkata: the full table
- What each line includes
- Flights from Kolkata to Port Blair
- Ferries between Port Blair, Havelock and Neil
- Recommended 6-day route from Kolkata
- Best time to visit Andaman from Kolkata
- How to cut the Andaman trip cost from Kolkata
- Our recommendation
- Sources we checked
Andaman trip cost from Kolkata: the full table
All three budgets follow the same plan: 2 nights in Port Blair, 2 nights in Havelock and 1 night in Neil, with ferries between them. Only the hotel class, ferry class and activities change.
| Item | Budget | Mid-range | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return flights Kolkata–Port Blair (2 people) | ₹24,000 | ₹32,000 | ₹50,000 |
| Inter-island ferries, 3 legs (2 people) | ₹6,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹24,000 |
| Stay (5 nights) | ₹12,500 | ₹27,500 | ₹75,000 |
| Local transport (cabs, scooters, autos) | ₹6,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹18,000 |
| Food (6 days) | ₹12,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹42,000 |
| Entries and activities | ₹5,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹25,000 |
| Subtotal | ₹65,500 | ₹1,17,500 | ₹2,34,000 |
| 10% buffer | ₹6,550 | ₹11,750 | ₹23,400 |
| Total for two | ₹72,050 | ₹1,29,250 | ₹2,57,400 |
| Per person | ₹36,025 | ₹64,625 | ₹1,28,700 |
No visa or permit is needed for Indian citizens to visit Port Blair, Havelock and Neil. Some protected areas and tribal reserves are closed to visitors, and a few islands need separate permits.
What each line includes
Ferries
The budget line assumes the cheapest seats: the slower ITT Majestic (about ₹800 a seat, about 3 hours) or the government ferry when you can get a ticket, and economy class on private catamarans for the other legs, about ₹1,000 a seat on average. Mid-range assumes premium seats on Makruzz, Nautika or Green Ocean at about ₹2,500 a seat per leg, including the Havelock–Neil and Neil–Port Blair legs. Premium assumes the top class on every leg.
Government ferries run by the Directorate of Shipping Services are much cheaper but have limited seats, and many are reserved for islanders, so most visitors use private ferries.
Stay
Budget means guesthouses and simple beach huts at about ₹2,500 a night. Mid-range means 3-star resorts at about ₹5,500, and premium means beach resorts on Havelock at ₹15,000 or more. Havelock is the most expensive island; Port Blair is cheapest.
Entries and activities
Budget covers Cellular Jail (₹30), the light and sound show (₹300), snorkelling at Elephant Beach and boat transfers there. Mid-range adds a try-scuba dive at Havelock, which usually costs about ₹4,500–6,500 a person with a short boat trip and an instructor. Premium adds a glass-bottom boat or sea walk and a second dive.
Local transport
Port Blair sightseeing is done by cab or auto. On Havelock and Neil, scooters are the cheapest way around, at roughly ₹500–700 a day with a valid driving licence; e-autos and cabs work for those who do not ride.
Flights from Kolkata to Port Blair
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport in Kolkata has more flights to Port Blair (Veer Savarkar International Airport) than any other Indian city, about 90 a week. The non-stop flight takes about 2h 10m–2h 25m. Air India Express fares start around ₹5,331 one-way, and its fare calendar for July 2026 ranged from ₹5,331 to ₹20,663.
The table assumes ₹6,000 per person each way on a budget and ₹8,000 mid-range. Book 4–6 weeks ahead for December, when winter school holidays and Christmas push fares up. Early-morning flights connect best with the afternoon ferries.
There is also a passenger ship from Kolkata to Port Blair, run by the Andaman and Nicobar Administration, which takes about 3 days at sea and sails only a few times a month. It suits only travellers with a lot of time and a taste for sea journeys.
Ferries between Port Blair, Havelock and Neil
| Route | Time | Economy | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Port Blair–Havelock | About 1h 30m (private catamaran) | About ₹1,300–1,500 | About ₹1,950–2,300 |
| Havelock–Neil | About 1h | About ₹1,000–1,300 | About ₹1,800–2,200 |
| Neil–Port Blair | About 1h 15m–1h 30m | About ₹1,200–1,500 | About ₹1,900–2,300 |
Book ferries as soon as your flights are fixed: the morning departures sell out in season, and missing a ferry can mean losing a hotel night. Carry a printed or digital ticket and ID; check-in closes about 30–45 minutes before departure.
Keep a gap of at least one night between your last ferry back to Port Blair and your flight to Kolkata. Ferries are cancelled in rough weather, especially from May to September.
Recommended 6-day route from Kolkata
| Day | Plan | Night |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Fly Kolkata–Port Blair; Cellular Jail in the afternoon and the light and sound show at night | Port Blair |
| Day 2 | Morning ferry to Havelock; Radhanagar Beach at sunset | Havelock |
| Day 3 | Elephant Beach snorkelling or a try-scuba dive; Kalapathar beach | Havelock |
| Day 4 | Ferry to Neil; Natural Bridge at low tide and sunset at Laxmanpur beach | Neil |
| Day 5 | Bharatpur beach in the morning; ferry to Port Blair; Ross Island (Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Dweep) or Corbyn's Cove | Port Blair |
| Day 6 | Fly back to Kolkata | — |
Ross Island boats run from Rajiv Gandhi Water Sports Complex and the island is closed on some weekdays, so check before planning Day 5.
Best time to visit Andaman from Kolkata
October to May is the season. January to March has the clearest water for snorkelling and diving. December has peak crowds and hotel rates. June to September is the monsoon: ferries are cut back or cancelled on rough days and most water sports stop. For month-by-month detail, read best time to visit Andaman.
For Kolkata travellers, the weeks after Durga Puja and before Christmas, and late February to March, usually give good weather without December's peak prices.
How to cut the Andaman trip cost from Kolkata
- Book flights early. The gap between ₹5,331 and ₹20,000 one-way is large.
- Skip Neil if you have 5 days. It saves one ferry leg and one hotel change.
- Rent a scooter on Havelock and Neil instead of hiring cabs, if you hold a valid licence.
- Snorkel from the beach at spots such as Neil's Bharatpur instead of paying for boat trips every day.
- Book economy ferry seats. The crossing is short; premium seats mainly buy more legroom.
- Travel in late February or March for good weather without December prices.
Our recommendation
For most couples and families from Kolkata, 6 days covering Port Blair, Havelock and Neil is the right length. At about ₹72,000 for two on a budget, the Andamans cost less than most international beach trips from Kolkata, with no visa. If you are weighing it against an overseas trip, read Andaman vs Maldives and compare with the Thailand trip cost from Kolkata.
Sources we checked
Checked on 20 October 2026. Official sources win if anything here differs.
- https://www.andamans.gov.in/
- https://flights.airindiaexpress.com/
- https://www.flightsfrom.com/CCU-IXZ
- https://blog.makruzz.com/port-blair-to-havelock-ferry-guide-2026/
- https://ferrybooking.in/port-blair-to-havelock-ferry
Prices checked October 2026. We re-check every 90 days. Spotted something out of date? Write to taazeem@choose4choice.com.
Frequently asked questions
How much does an Andaman trip from Kolkata cost for two?
For 6 days, about ₹72,050 on a budget, ₹1,29,250 mid-range and ₹2,57,400 premium, including flights, ferries and a 10% buffer.
How long is the flight from Kolkata to Port Blair?
About 2h 10m–2h 25m non-stop.
Do Indians need a permit for the Andamans?
No permit is needed for Port Blair, Havelock and Neil. Tribal reserves and some islands are restricted.
How much is the ferry from Port Blair to Havelock?
About ₹1,300–1,500 in economy and ₹1,950–2,300 in premium class on private catamarans, taking about 1h 30m.
Is ₹50,000 enough for an Andaman trip for two from Kolkata?
Not for 6 days. Our budget plan is about ₹72,000 for two. A 4-day trip to Port Blair and Havelock can come close to ₹50,000 if you book flights early.
Can you go to the Andamans by ship from Kolkata?
Yes, but the ship takes about 3 days and sails only a few times a month, so most visitors fly.
