Andaman Tour Packages from Kolkata: The Complete Guide
Kolkata to Andaman Tour Packages: Prices, Itinerary & Travel Tips
For most Indian travellers, the Cellular Jail is a moving historical site. For a visitor from Kolkata, it tends to land differently — because a striking number of the men imprisoned in those cells came from Bengal, and the phrase Kala Pani carries a weight in this city that it doesn’t elsewhere.
That’s one reason Kolkata’s relationship with the Andamans has always been closer than distance alone explains. The other is practical: Kolkata is among the best-connected mainland cities to Port Blair, with daily direct flights of barely two hours and one of only three passenger ship routes to the islands.
This guide covers what a Kolkata traveller needs to know before booking — the flight, the ship, how long to go for, what it costs, and the details that separate a well-run trip from a frustrating one.
Getting from Kolkata to the Andamans
Kolkata sits closer to Port Blair than most people assume — roughly 1,300 kilometres across the Bay of Bengal, comparable to a domestic hop within the mainland.
Direct flights take around two to two and a half hours, running through the season. There’s no connection to manage, no layover consuming your first day, and no risk of a missed transfer stranding you overnight. Leave in the morning and you can be at a beach the same afternoon.
The sea route is the older connection and still runs. Passenger ships sail from Kolkata port to Port Blair on select dates, taking three to four days each way. It’s genuinely memorable for travellers with time, though it consumes a week of return travel that most people would rather spend on the islands.
| Route from Kolkata | Journey Time | Approx Cost (One Way) | Best For |
| Direct flight to Port Blair | 2 – 2.5 hours | ₹3,000 – ₹6,500 | Almost everyone |
| Passenger ship | 3 – 4 days | ₹2,500 – ₹10,000 | Travellers with time who want the voyage |
Kolkata’s short direct flight is its real advantage. It means even a long weekend works — something simply not true from Delhi or Mumbai — and it removes the single biggest risk in Andaman travel, a missed connection that costs you a day.
The Historical Draw Most Guides Skip
If you’re travelling from Kolkata, the Cellular Jail is likely to be more than a stop on the itinerary.
Built at the turn of the twentieth century, the prison held political prisoners transported from across British India, and Bengali revolutionaries formed a substantial share of them. The Light and Sound Show narrates that history inside the surviving wings, and for many visitors from this city it’s the most affecting hour of the trip — not a sightseeing box ticked, but a place where something already familiar becomes physical.
| Historical Site | Where | Time Needed |
| Cellular Jail & Light and Sound Show | Port Blair | Evening, 2 – 3 hours |
| Ross Island colonial ruins | Near Port Blair | Half day |
| Samudrika Naval Marine Museum | Port Blair | 1 – 2 hours |
| Anthropological Museum | Port Blair | 1 hour |
Worth planning around: book the evening slot for the Light and Sound Show rather than a daytime visit. The narration and lighting are built for darkness, and the difference is considerable.
How Many Days Should You Take?
The short flight gives Kolkata travellers flexibility most cities don’t have.
| Duration | Islands Covered | Best Suited To |
| 3 Nights / 4 Days | Port Blair + Havelock | Long weekends — genuinely viable from Kolkata |
| 4 Nights / 5 Days | Port Blair + Havelock + Neil | First visits, couples on limited leave |
| 5 Nights / 6 Days | All three, unhurried | The sweet spot for most travellers |
| 6 Nights / 7 Days | All three + Ross or Baratang | Honeymoons and families who want to slow down |
Because the flight is short and direct, a 3N/4D trip loses far less to transit than the same trip from a northern city. The trade-off is that you’ll see Port Blair and Havelock only, skipping Neil Island entirely.
If five nights is possible, take them — it’s the itinerary where nothing is squeezed: a night in Port Blair, two in Havelock, one or two on Neil, and no day spent purely getting from place to place.
Traveller insight: Kolkata’s short direct flight makes a long weekend genuinely workable, which is rarer than travellers realise. But if the history is part of why you’re going, budget a second Port Blair night — rushing it is the one regret we hear repeatedly.
What the Trip Actually Looks Like
You land at Port Blair’s Veer Savarkar International Airport, and the first evening usually belongs to the Cellular Jail Light and Sound Show. It’s seated and unhurried — the right pace for a travel day, and for many Kolkata visitors the emotional anchor of the whole trip.
The next morning, a ferry carries you to Havelock Island, officially Swaraj Dweep, where the holiday shifts entirely. Radhanagar Beach at sunset is what most people came for. Elephant Beach, a short boat ride away, offers shallow reef you can snorkel straight off the sand — usually a first sight of living coral.
A shorter ferry then reaches Neil Island, or Shaheed Dweep, where the pace drops noticeably. Quieter beaches, shorter drives, and the coral formations at the Natural Bridge.
Longer itineraries add Ross Island’s colonial ruins — where the administrative headquarters of the penal settlement once stood, now overgrown and wandered by deer — or the full-day trip to Baratang’s limestone caves through mangrove creeks.
| Island | Known For | Recommended Stay |
| Port Blair | Cellular Jail, Corbyn’s Cove, museums, arrival | 1 – 2 nights |
| Havelock (Swaraj Dweep) | Radhanagar Beach, Elephant Beach, scuba diving, resorts | 2 – 3 nights |
| Neil Island (Shaheed Dweep) | Bharatpur and Laxmanpur beaches, Natural Bridge | 1 – 2 nights |
| Ross Island | Colonial ruins, deer and peacocks | Half day |
| Baratang | Limestone caves, mangroves, mud volcano | Full day |
The Cost from Kolkata
Kolkata enjoys some of the lowest airfares to Port Blair of any Indian city, thanks to the short direct route.
| Component | Approx Cost (Per Person) | Notes |
| Flight · Kolkata to Port Blair | ₹6,000 – ₹13,000 round trip | Among the lowest fares nationally |
| Land package · 3N / 4D | from ₹12,900 | Hotels, ferries, transfers, sightseeing |
| Land package · 5N / 6D | ₹18,000 – ₹30,000 | The most-booked duration |
| Ship · Kolkata to Port Blair | ₹2,500 – ₹10,000 one way | 3 – 4 days, varies by cabin class |
All in, a couple doing the classic five-night trip from Kolkata should budget roughly ₹60,000 to ₹90,000, and a family of four between ₹1,05,000 and ₹1,45,000 — among the most affordable Andaman holidays available from any major Indian city.
The land portion covers hotels, inter-island ferries, airport transfers and sightseeing. Flights are usually booked separately, which lets you use airline offers or reward points.
The standard warning still applies: a dramatically cheaper quote usually hides something — a barer hotel category, Neil Island quietly dropped, the slow government ferry, or shared sightseeing instead of a private vehicle. Ask for a day-wise breakdown before comparing two quotes.
Traveller insight: Because the flight from Kolkata is inexpensive, we usually suggest putting the saving into a beachfront room on Havelock rather than a longer trip. For most travellers the upgrade is felt more than the extra night.
Ferries: The Real Bottleneck
Moving between islands means ferries, and ferry seats sell out before hotels do.
| Ferry | Type | Comfort | Worth Knowing |
| Makruzz | Private catamaran | Air-conditioned, assigned seats | Fast and popular — sells out first |
| Nautika | Private catamaran | Air-conditioned, assigned seats | Comparable; often available when Makruzz isn’t |
| Green Ocean | Private ferry | Air-conditioned, some open-deck | Open-deck views on the crossing |
| Government ferry | State-run | Basic | Cheapest but slower — check before accepting a budget quote |
A properly built package books ferries alongside hotels, matched to your dates. If you plan independently, secure ferries first — hotels are easier to find late than sailings are.
Traveller insight: With a midday arrival from Kolkata, you can comfortably take an afternoon ferry the same day if you’d rather start on Havelock. We’ll price both shapes — it depends whether you want the Cellular Jail on night one or night five.
When to Travel, and When to Book
October to May is the window: calm seas, water clear enough for snorkeling, and reliable ferries. November to February is peak for weather and underwater visibility.
June to September is monsoon on the islands, arriving around the same time it does in Bengal. Prices drop sharply, but seas turn rough, ferry timings shift, and water sports pause on the worst days.
| Season | Island Conditions | Kolkata Demand | Book This Far Ahead |
| November – February | Calm seas, clearest water | Very high | 45 – 60 days (60 – 90 for New Year) |
| October | Excellent, post-monsoon | High — Durga Puja week | 60 days |
| March – May | Very good, warmer | Moderate to high | 30 – 45 days |
| June – September | Monsoon, rougher crossings | Low | 20 – 30 days |
One Kolkata-specific note: the Durga Puja holiday window falls just as the islands emerge from monsoon into their best conditions, which makes it a genuinely good time to travel — and one of the hardest weeks to book. If Puja is your window, treat sixty days as the minimum and book flights and package together. For a fuller month-by-month picture, this guide to the best time to visit the Andamans covers the year in detail.
Traveller insight: Durga Puja week is the best-conditions, hardest-to-book window of the Kolkata year. If those are your dates, we’d want to be booking sixty days out, not thirty.
Honeymoons, Families and Everyone Else
| Trip Type | Ideal Duration | Where to Focus | Book Ahead |
| Honeymoon | 5N / 6D | Beachfront resort in Havelock, quiet finish on Neil | 60 days |
| Family with kids | 5N / 6D | Calm beaches, glass-bottom boat, fewer hotel changes | 50 – 60 days |
| History-focused trip | 4N / 5D | Extra Port Blair night for Cellular Jail, Ross Island, museums | 45 days |
| Adventure and diving | 4N / 5D | Havelock — Elephant Beach and dive sites | 45 days |
| Senior travellers | 4N / 5D | Neil Island’s short drives, minimal transfers | 45 days |
Honeymoon couples almost always centre the trip on Havelock — a beachfront resort, a candlelight dinner on the sand, Radhanagar at sunset, and long unscheduled stretches. Two unhurried nights in Havelock, then a slower finish on Neil. Bengali wedding season overlaps with Andaman’s peak, so sixty days ahead is the realistic booking window.
Families enjoy the trip most when it refuses to rush. Fewer hotel changes, calmer beaches, and activities where nobody has to swim — a glass-bottom boat ride lets grandparents and small children see the same reef while staying dry. Corbyn’s Cove makes an easy first-evening stop.
History-minded travellers — a common profile from Kolkata — should add a second Port Blair night rather than rushing to Havelock. That gives you the Cellular Jail in the evening, Ross Island the following morning, and the museums in between, without borrowing time from the beaches.
Adventure travellers get the most from Havelock, where a beginner scuba diving session needs no certification. Never dive on your final island day — the pressure change before flying requires a proper gap.
For itineraries, flight timings and pricing built around Kolkata departures, the detailed Andaman tour packages from Kolkata page goes further than a general guide can.
A Sample Five-Night Itinerary from Kolkata
Day 1 — Morning flight from Kolkata, landing in Port Blair around midday. Check in, rest, then the Cellular Jail Light and Sound Show in the evening.
Day 2 — Morning ferry to Havelock. Check in, then Radhanagar Beach for the afternoon and sunset.
Day 3 — Early boat to Elephant Beach for snorkeling, with sea walking or a beginner dive on offer. Afternoon free.
Day 4 — Ferry to Neil Island. Bharatpur and Laxmanpur beaches, the Natural Bridge at low tide.
Day 5 — Neil Island at leisure — quiet beaches and an optional snorkel.
Day 6 — Morning ferry to Port Blair, then the short flight home.
Six days, three islands, and no morning spent solving logistics.
Practical Things Worth Knowing
No passport or permit is required. The Andamans are Indian territory — a domestic flight and a government photo ID are all any Indian citizen needs.
Carry cash. UPI works across most of Port Blair and Havelock, but ATMs thin out beyond them and Neil Island’s smaller vendors are often cash-only.
Download offline maps. Coverage is patchy on Neil Island and absent along Baratang’s forest stretch.
Check the baggage allowance. Some Port Blair fares run lighter than standard — relevant if you’re carrying snorkel or dive gear.
Buy reef-safe sunscreen before you travel. Coral is protected, dive operators increasingly ask for it, and island shops charge a premium.
Sample Package Inclusions
Whatever duration you choose, a complete package should cover the same core essentials. Here’s what ours include as standard.
| Inclusion | What It Actually Means |
| Hotels | Stays across Port Blair, Havelock and Neil Island, matched to your chosen category |
| Ferry tickets | All inter-island crossings on private cruises, booked ahead so nothing sells out on you |
| Airport transfers | Pickup and drop between Port Blair airport and your hotel, timed to your actual flight |
| Sightseeing | Private AC vehicle for every point on the itinerary — you set the pace, not a shared van |
| Breakfast | Daily breakfast at every hotel, with fuller meal plans available on request |
| Local assistance | An on-ground team in the Andamans, reachable throughout your trip if plans shift |
For Kolkata travellers with an interest in the islands’ history, we often add a second Port Blair night so Cellular Jail, Ross Island and the museums fit without borrowing time from the beaches.
Not included as standard: flights to Port Blair, lunches and dinners beyond your chosen meal plan, optional water sports, and entry fees for certain protected marine areas. We’d rather state that upfront than have it appear as a surprise later.
Package Tiers at a Glance
The same itinerary prices differently depending on where you sleep. These are per-person figures for a 5N/6D trip, land only.
| Tier | Per Person (5N/6D) | What You Get | Best Suited To |
| Budget | ₹18,000 – ₹21,000 | Clean, well-located hotels; all core inclusions | Travellers who’ll be out all day anyway |
| Deluxe | ₹21,000 – ₹26,000 | Better rooms, some near-beach locations | First-timers wanting comfort without a premium |
| Premium | ₹26,000 – ₹32,000 | Beachfront or resort stays on Havelock | Honeymoons and families who want the sea at the door |
| Luxury | ₹32,000+ | The islands’ best resorts, private excursions | Travellers who don’t want to compromise anywhere |
Kolkata enjoys some of the lowest airfares on this route, which means the hotel tier — not the flight — is usually what decides the budget.
Why Book with AndamanTravelCare
| What We Offer | Why It Matters |
| Government licensed | A registered, compliant operator — not a reseller passing your booking down a chain |
| Local team in the Andamans | Your trip is planned against this week’s real ferry schedule and hotel availability |
| Transparent pricing | The quoted number is the number you pay, with inclusions and exclusions stated upfront |
| Custom itineraries | Built around your dates, group and pace rather than fitted to a fixed template |
| 24/7 on-ground support | Someone reachable in the islands if a ferry timing shifts or a flight runs late |
| Reviews and recognition | AATO member with hundreds of verified traveller reviews on Google and TripAdvisor |
The detail Kolkata travellers most often thank us for is small: booking the evening slot at the Cellular Jail rather than a daytime visit. Local teams know these things; booking engines don’t.
Kolkata to Andaman Tour Packages
Our Kolkata to Andaman tour packages offer a hassle-free island holiday with comfortable hotels, airport transfers, ferry tickets, and guided sightseeing. Whether you’re planning a honeymoon, family vacation, or adventure trip, discover the beauty of Port Blair, Havelock Island, and Neil Island with customizable packages designed to suit every budget.
Choosing Who to Book With
Look for a government-licensed Local tour operator based in the Andamans rather than a mainland reseller. An island-based team plans around this week’s actual ferry schedule and hotel availability, and can rearrange things on the ground if a flight is delayed.
Membership of AATO, the Andaman Association of Tour Operators, is a genuine credibility marker, as are verifiable reviews on Google and TripAdvisor — as is a clear day-wise cost breakdown with inclusions and exclusions stated upfront.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a direct flight from Kolkata to Port Blair? Yes, running through the season and taking roughly two to two and a half hours. Kolkata is among the best-connected mainland cities to the islands, which is why even a long weekend trip works from here.
How much does an Andaman trip cost from Kolkata? A five-night land package runs ₹18,000 to ₹30,000 per person, with return flights adding ₹6,000 to ₹13,000. All in, budget ₹60,000 to ₹90,000 for a couple — among the most affordable Andaman trips from any Indian metro.
Can I travel from Kolkata to Port Blair by ship? Yes. Kolkata is one of only three mainland ports with a passenger service to Port Blair, sailing on select dates and taking three to four days each way. Berths are limited and need booking well ahead.
How many days are enough from Kolkata? Five nights is the sweet spot, covering all three main islands unhurried. Four works well, and three is genuinely viable thanks to the short direct flight — though it means skipping Neil Island.
Is the Cellular Jail worth a dedicated visit? For most Kolkata travellers, yes — and it’s worth an evening slot rather than a daytime one. If the history is a significant part of why you’re going, add a second Port Blair night so Ross Island and the museums fit without cutting into beach time.
Is Durga Puja a good time to visit the Andamans? Conditions are excellent — the islands are just out of monsoon with calm seas returning. It’s also one of the most heavily booked weeks of the year from Kolkata, so book at least sixty days ahead.
Which month is best to visit from Kolkata? November to February for the calmest seas and clearest water. October is excellent too. June to September is monsoon: cheapest, but with rough crossings and paused water sports.
Do I need to book ferries separately? Not with a package — inter-island ferries should be included and booked in advance. Planning independently means securing ferries before hotels, since they sell out first.
The Short Version
Kolkata travellers have one of the easiest routes to the Andamans in the country, and planning comes down to a few decisions.
Fly rather than sail unless the voyage itself is the point. Give the islands at least four nights, five if leave allows — and add a second Port Blair night if the history matters to you. Book ferries and hotels together, since ferry seats are the bottleneck. Travel October to May, treating Durga Puja week as a sixty-day booking window. And choose a licensed operator based on the islands who quotes transparently.
Get those right, and you’ll arrive somewhere that feels remote in every way except the flight time.
Once your dates are settled, it’s worth browsing the full range of Andaman tour packages side by side — every duration from three nights to eight, across budget, deluxe and beachfront categories, so you can see exactly what an extra night or a better hotel buys you. Couples will find the Andaman honeymoon packages built around a different rhythm entirely, with beachfront resorts, private transfers and enough unscheduled time to make the trip feel like a honeymoon rather than a checklist. Families are usually better served by the dedicated Andaman family packages, which trade the packed schedule for calmer beaches, fewer hotel changes and activities that work for every age. Comparing all three is the quickest way to find the version of the islands that actually fits your trip.