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Port Blair

Port Blair

Andaman Islands, Andaman Islands

Port Blair

Andaman Islands, Andaman Islands

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The gateway to the Andaman Islands

The gateway to the Andaman Islands, with the airport, the ferry jetties, and the history of Cellular Jail, where Indian freedom fighters were imprisoned. Ross Island, the old British headquarters, is a short boat ride away. Most visitors stay a night or two before heading to Havelock or Neil.

Ideal stay1–2 nightsOne night is usual before the ferry to Havelock or Neil. Two lets you see Cellular Jail and Ross Island without rushing.
Nearest airportVeer Savarkar (IXZ)15 min to Port Blair · Taxi to the town
Getting thereVeer Savarkar Airport is about 15 minutes from the townThere are flights from Chennai, Kolkata, Delhi, Bengaluru and other cities. Ferries run from Port Blair to Havelock and Neil.
Time zoneGMT+5:30Same time as India

Getting around. Taxis and auto-rickshaws cover the town. Ross Island is a short boat ride from the Aberdeen jetty. Book the ferries to the other islands ahead.

Part ofAndaman IslandsPort Blair, Havelock Island and Neil Island

Things to do in Port Blair

3 experiences from our activity catalogue

Cellular Jail National MemorialMemorialCellular Jail National MemorialThe colonial-era Kala Pani prison at Atlanta Point, preserved as a national memorial with a museum and an evening light and sound show.1 hr 30 min₹30 (Indian) / ₹100 (foreign national); light and sound show ticketed separately at ₹300 adult and ₹150 child (5-11); video camera ₹200Corbyn's Cove BeachScenicCorbyn's Cove BeachA coconut-palm-fringed cove about 7 km from central Port Blair, the closest swimming beach to the town.1 hrFree (no beach entry fee); parking, changing rooms and water sports are charged separatelyRoss Island (Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Dweep)Old quarterRoss Island (Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Dweep)The overgrown ruins of the former British administrative headquarters for the Andamans, on an island 15-20 minutes by boat from Port Blair.2 hrSound & Light Show ₹300 (adult) / ₹75 (child 5-11) per the official e-Tourist portal; the boat crossing and any island landing charge are payable separately and are not published online

Packages that include Port Blair

Ready-to-book itineraries with Port Blair on the route

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Andaman Quick Escape4 nightsAndaman Quick EscapePort Blair · 1NHavelock Island · 2NPort Blair · 1N4 Nights | 5 DaysFrom₹48,000 per personView package Andaman Beach Escape5 nightsAndaman Beach EscapePort Blair · 1NHavelock Island · 3NPort Blair · 1N5 Nights | 6 DaysFrom₹57,000 per personView package Andaman & Neil6 nightsAndaman & NeilPort Blair · 1NHavelock Island · 3NNeil Island · 2N6 Nights | 7 DaysFrom₹68,000 per personView package Andaman Island Explorer7 nightsAndaman Island ExplorerPort Blair · 2NHavelock Island · 3NNeil Island · 2N7 Nights | 8 DaysFrom₹78,000 per personView package Andaman Premium Escape8 nightsAndaman Premium EscapePort Blair · 2NHavelock Island · 3NNeil Island · 2NPort Blair · 1N8 Nights | 9 DaysFrom₹93,000 per personView package Andaman Complete10 nightsAndaman CompletePort Blair · 2NHavelock Island · 4NNeil Island · 3NPort Blair · 1N10 Nights | 11 DaysFrom₹1,17,000 per personView package

Hand-picked hotels

Stays our experts book in Port Blair

Weather and best time to visit

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Best time to visit

November

The season begins, with calm seas and blue water.

High / Low29° / 25°CRainfall183 mm
Best timeGoodOff seasonOpen-Meteo historical weather (ERA5), 2015–2024 averages
WinterDecember – FebruaryBest time

Crystal-clear water and calm seas. Ideal for snorkelling, diving, and island-hopping. The most popular season — book well in advance.

SpringMarch – MayGreat choice

Warm and mostly dry. Sea conditions are still good. Slightly fewer tourists than December–January.

MonsoonJune – SeptemberAvoid

Heavy rain and rough seas. Many islands become inaccessible. Not suitable for beach or water activities.

RetreatOctober – NovemberShoulder

Post-monsoon recovery. Seas begin calming in November. Great for deals and fewer crowds.

More cities in Andaman Islands

Often paired with Port Blair on the same trip

All of Andaman Islands
Havelock IslandHavelock IslandWhite sand, clear water and some of India’s best divingNeil IslandNeil IslandA slower, quieter island, with a reef and clear lagoons