Andaman tour packages from Ahmedabad are built around a one-stop flight to Sri Vijaya Puram (Port Blair) via Bengaluru, Chennai or Kolkata, taking about 5.5 hours in total. A 5–7 night trip covering Sri Vijaya Puram,…
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Departure airport
Ahmedabad (AMD), Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport
Gujarat's main international and domestic hub
Arrival gateway
Veer Savarkar International Airport (IXZ), Sri Vijaya Puram
Also known as Port Blair; the only commercial airport in the islands
Fastest journey
About 5.5 hours by air with one stop
No direct flight operates; connection via Bengaluru, Chennai or Kolkata
Airlines commonly used
IndiGo, Air India
Both operate connections via the southern hubs
What you get
What Andaman Tour Packages from Ahmedabad Involve
Andaman tour packages from Ahmedabad are built around a connecting flight to Veer Savarkar International Airport (IXZ) at Sri Vijaya Puram, since no direct service operates. IndiGo and Air India are the airlines most commonly used, with Bengaluru, Chennai and Kolkata as the standard transfer points. Once on the islands, the trip runs on ferries and road transport.
Gateway airport: Veer Savarkar International Airport (IXZ), Sri Vijaya Puram
Typical routing: Ahmedabad (AMD) → Bengaluru, Chennai or Kolkata → Sri Vijaya Puram
Indicative total journey time: about 5.5 hours including the stop
Standard island circuit: Sri Vijaya Puram, Swaraj Dweep (Havelock), Shaheed Dweep (Neil)
Documents for Indian citizens: valid government photo ID; no visa or permit on the standard circuit
Quick facts
Andaman Trip Snapshot for Ahmedabad Travellers
At a glance: depart Ahmedabad by air with one stop to Sri Vijaya Puram, allow 5–7 nights for the main islands, target October to April for calmer seas, and budget from roughly ₹28,000 per person twin sharing on land-only arrangements before airfare. Use this snapshot to sanity-check any holiday packages from Ahmedabad to Andaman before comparing inclusions in detail.
Best season
October to April; February and March are driestNovember to April gives calmer seas for water activities
Ideal trip length
5–7 nightsCovers Sri Vijaya Puram, Swaraj Dweep and Shaheed Dweep comfortably
Entry formalities
No visa or permit for Indian citizens on the standard circuitCarry government photo ID; restricted areas including tribal reserves remain closed
Getting there
How to Reach Andaman from Ahmedabad
Typical ways travellers leave Ahmedabad for Andaman — your quote confirms the best connection for your dates.
By airAbout 5.5 hours including stopFrom
Ahmedabad (AMD)
Bengaluru (BLR) → Sri Vijaya Puram (IXZ)
IndiGo and Air India are the airlines most commonly used; no direct service operates.
By airAbout 5.5 hours including stopFrom
Ahmedabad (AMD)
Chennai (MAA) → Sri Vijaya Puram (IXZ)
Chennai is often the shortest connection to IXZ; useful when Bengaluru fares run high.
By airAbout 5.5 hours including stopFrom
Ahmedabad (AMD)
Kolkata (CCU) → Sri Vijaya Puram (IXZ)
Longer total flying time than the southern connections on most days; check baggage rules on the second leg.
By seaFrom
Sri Vijaya Puram (IXZ)
Phoenix Bay or Haddo jetty → Swaraj Dweep or Shaheed Dweep
Typical fareIndicative ₹500–2,500 one way per person
Government and private ferries; vessel class determines the fare. Schedules are weather-dependent.
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October to April is the most reliable window for an Andaman trip from Ahmedabad, with February and March offering the driest and calmest conditions for beaches and water activities. The monsoon months from May to September bring rougher inter-island crossings and reduced water-sports availability, which matters when ferry legs are a fixed part of the itinerary.
January
Best time to go
Dry, clear skies, calm seas
Crowdshigh
Priceshigh
Peak season; book ferries and hotels well ahead
February
Best time to go
Driest month, very calm seas, excellent visibility for diving
Crowdshigh
Priceshigh
Best overall conditions for water activities
March
Best time to go
Dry and warm, seas remain calm
Crowdsmoderate
Pricesmoderate
Slightly fewer crowds than January; good value window
April
Good time to go
Warming up, occasional cloud, seas still manageable
Crowdsmoderate
Pricesmoderate
Tail end of the good season; fine for most activities
May
Shoulder season
Pre-monsoon humidity, seas becoming rough
Crowdslow
Priceslow
Some water sports suspended; ferry delays possible
June
Not recommended
Full monsoon, heavy rain, rough crossings
Crowdslow
Priceslow
Inter-island ferries frequently cancelled or delayed
July
Not recommended
Heavy monsoon, very rough seas
Crowdslow
Priceslow
Not recommended for island-hopping itineraries
August
Not recommended
Monsoon continues, high rainfall
Crowdslow
Priceslow
Most water activities suspended
September
Shoulder season
Monsoon easing, seas still choppy
Crowdslow
Priceslow
Conditions improving toward month end
October
Good time to go
Post-monsoon, seas calming, some showers possible
Crowdsmoderate
Pricesmoderate
Good shoulder option; lower prices than peak
November
Good time to go
Dry season beginning, seas calm
Crowdsmoderate
Pricesmoderate
Reliable conditions returning; good booking window
December
Best time to go
Cool and dry, calm seas, excellent beach weather
Crowdshigh
Priceshigh
Popular with holiday travellers; book early
BestJan, Feb, Mar, Dec
GoodApr, Oct, Nov
FairMay, Sep
AvoidJun, Jul, Aug
Sample route
Suggested 6-Night Andaman Route from Ahmedabad
A 6-night route that works well for an ahmedabad to andaman tour: land at Sri Vijaya Puram, spend two nights covering the Cellular Jail and North Bay, cross to Swaraj Dweep for two nights of beach and reef time, take a day trip to Shaheed Dweep, then return to Sri Vijaya Puram for the flight home. Ferry legs are kept short and buffer time is built in for weather delays.
Day01
Stop 1 of 7
Arrive Sri Vijaya Puram
Land at IXZ after the connecting flight from Ahmedabad via Bengaluru, Chennai or Kolkata. Transfer to your hotel and spend the evening at Aberdeen Bazaar for a relaxed first dinner.
Morning
Flight from Ahmedabad with one stop; total journey about 5.5 hours.
Afternoon
Airport transfer to hotel; check in and rest.
Evening
Walk along Aberdeen Bazaar and the Marina area for an easy first dinner.
Day02
Stop 2 of 7
Cellular Jail and North Bay
Cover the historic core of Sri Vijaya Puram in the morning and a nearby island in the afternoon, with an optional light-and-sound show in the evening.
Morning
Cellular Jail National Memorial — the colonial-era prison central to India's freedom struggle.
Afternoon
Boat to North Bay for snorkelling or a glass-bottom ride, subject to sea conditions.
Evening
Optional light-and-sound show at the Cellular Jail if scheduled.
Day03
Stop 3 of 7
Ferry to Swaraj Dweep
Morning ferry from Phoenix Bay or Haddo jetty to Swaraj Dweep (Havelock), then Radhanagar Beach in the evening.
Morning
Ferry from Phoenix Bay or Haddo jetty to Swaraj Dweep.
Afternoon
Check in, then head to Radhanagar Beach on the western shore.
Evening
Sunset at Radhanagar; dinner at a beachside shack near Havelock jetty.
Day04
Stop 4 of 7
Elephant Beach and reef
A water-activities day on the northern reef, with an introductory dive option through a licensed operator.
Morning
Boat to Elephant Beach for snorkelling over shallow reef.
Afternoon
Optional introductory scuba dive through a licensed operator, subject to medical clearance.
Evening
Return to hotel; free evening at Havelock's market lane.
Day05
Stop 5 of 7
Shaheed Dweep day trip
Cross to Shaheed Dweep (Neil Island) for its quieter beaches and the Natural Bridge rock formation, then return to Swaraj Dweep.
Morning
Ferry from Swaraj Dweep to Shaheed Dweep.
Afternoon
Bharatpur Beach and the Natural Bridge rock formation.
Evening
Sunset at Laxmanpur Beach, then ferry back to Swaraj Dweep.
Day06
Stop 6 of 7
Return to Sri Vijaya Puram
Morning ferry back to Sri Vijaya Puram, afternoon at leisure, and a final island dinner at Aberdeen Bazaar.
Morning
Ferry from Swaraj Dweep to Sri Vijaya Puram.
Afternoon
Check in and rest; optional Chidiya Tapu or Corbyn's Cove if time allows.
Evening
Aberdeen Bazaar for last-minute shopping and dinner.
Day07
Stop 7 of 7
Fly back to Ahmedabad
Airport transfer and the connecting flight home to Ahmedabad via Bengaluru, Chennai or Kolkata.
Morning
Transfer to IXZ for the flight to Ahmedabad via the connecting hub.
Afternoon
Onward connection and arrival in Ahmedabad.
Compare
Andaman Trip Lengths from Ahmedabad Compared
Four nights suits a Sri Vijaya Puram and Swaraj Dweep dash; six nights is the practical minimum for three islands; eight nights adds Shaheed Dweep as an overnight stay at a relaxed pace. Every extra island adds a ferry crossing, and crossings are the part of the itinerary most exposed to weather delays.
4 nights / 5 days
Best forShort breaks and first-time visitors with limited leave
StrengthsFewer ferry legs, lower land cost, easier to fit around a long weekend
Trade-offsOnly Sri Vijaya Puram and Swaraj Dweep realistically; Shaheed Dweep usually dropped
6 nights / 7 days
Best forMost first-time travellers from Ahmedabad wanting the full three-island circuit
StrengthsCovers Sri Vijaya Puram, Swaraj Dweep and a Shaheed Dweep day trip with breathing room
Trade-offsTwo ferry sectors; a weather cancellation can compress the back end of the trip
8 nights / 9 days
Best forTravellers who want a night on Shaheed Dweep and slower pacing between islands
StrengthsTime for water activities on both Swaraj Dweep and Shaheed Dweep without rushing transfers
Trade-offsHigher land cost and more hotel changes; requires firm ferry bookings well in advance
Travel tips
Travelling to Andaman from Ahmedabad — What to Know
Key planning points for an Andaman trip from Ahmedabad: book the connection through Bengaluru or Chennai rather than Kolkata where fares allow, keep at least three hours between legs, carry government photo ID for every traveller including children, and treat ferry timings as weather-dependent rather than fixed. Apply these points while comparing holiday packages from Ahmedabad to Andaman, not after tickets are issued.
Book both flight legs on one ticket
Ahmedabad has no direct flight to IXZ. Booking both legs on one ticket means the airline rebooks you automatically if the first flight is delayed; two separate bookings leave you to purchase a fresh onward ticket at short notice.
Flights
Compare all three connection cities before locking dates
Bengaluru and Chennai give shorter total flying time than Kolkata on most days. The fare difference between connection cities can be significant in peak season, so check all three before committing.
Flights
Allow at least three hours at the transfer airport
A 5.5-hour journey with one stop leaves little room to recover from a delayed departure from Ahmedabad. Three hours at the hub gives you time to clear security and reach the gate without rushing.
Flights
Carry government photo ID for every traveller
Indian citizens need no visa or permit on the standard South Andaman, Swaraj Dweep and Shaheed Dweep circuit, but photo ID is checked at airports and ferry counters. Children need their own documentation.
Documents
Confirm ferry bookings before finalising hotels
Inter-island ferry schedules are weather-dependent. Confirm the crossing you want first, then set hotel nights around it. Reversing this order risks holding non-refundable hotel nights on the wrong island.
Logistics
Plan travel dates within October to April
February and March are the driest months and offer the most reliable conditions for Radhanagar Beach and Elephant Beach water activities. The monsoon window from June to August brings frequent ferry cancellations between Sri Vijaya Puram and Swaraj Dweep.
Season
Budget separately for island transport
Scooter rental on the islands runs about ₹500–800 per day and short auto rides about ₹100–300. These costs are usually outside package inclusions, so keep cash available for local movement on Swaraj Dweep and Shaheed Dweep.
Budget
Download documents before each ferry crossing
Mobile and internet coverage is thinner on Swaraj Dweep and Shaheed Dweep than in Sri Vijaya Puram. Save ferry tickets, hotel confirmations and offline maps to your device before departing each jetty.
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Confirmed 11 Oct 2026
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Travellers commonly add or prioritise experiences such as kayaking, scuba diving, snorkelling, and sunrise or sunset beach visits after seeing the conditions locally. Reports specifically mention early-morning bioluminescence kayaking, Radhanagar sunset, and Kala Pathar or Sitapur sunrise visits.
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The June–September monsoon is the season travellers most often caution against for a beach-and-water-sports trip because rain and rough seas can affect ferries and outdoor activities. October to February is generally preferred, although it is busier and more expensive.
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Families report that the main islands can work well for mixed-age groups because beaches and water activities appeal to both children and adults, but transfers and fixed ferry timings make a relaxed itinerary important. Couples and families also benefit from leaving room for unplanned beach time rather than packing every day with sightseeing; Neil is repeatedly described as a calmer pause than Havelock.
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The recurring mistake is trying to fit too many islands into too few days, especially treating Neil as only a transit stop. Travellers also report that ferries, hotels and activities can fill up weeks ahead in peak season, so Havelock and Neil connections should be booked early.
Questions, answered
Before you go
Straight answers on planning Andaman from Ahmedabad, from connections to what a quote covers.
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Fly Ahmedabad to Sri Vijaya Puram with one stop, usually via Bengaluru, Chennai or Kolkata, since no direct flight operates. IndiGo and Air India are the airlines most commonly used, and the total journey takes about 5.5 hours including the stop. Within the islands, use government or private ferries from Phoenix Bay and Haddo jetties.
02How much does an Andaman package from Ahmedabad cost?
Indicative land-only twin-sharing packages run roughly ₹28,000 budget, ₹45,000 standard, ₹70,000 premium and ₹1,25,000 luxury per person, before variable airfare. These are planning bands for 2026, not confirmed quotes; your final andaman package from ahmedabad price depends on travel dates, hotel category and ferry class.
03How many days are enough for an Andaman trip from Ahmedabad?
Five to seven nights suits the standard circuit of Sri Vijaya Puram, Swaraj Dweep and Shaheed Dweep. Four nights works if you drop Shaheed Dweep, while eight nights lets you stay overnight on Shaheed Dweep and slow the pace between islands.
04What is the best time to visit Andaman?
October to April is generally best, with February and March offering the driest and most reliable conditions. November to April gives the most consistent combination of clear skies and calm seas for beaches and water sports, while June to August brings rough crossings and frequent ferry cancellations.
05Do Indian citizens need a permit for Andaman?
No. Indian citizens need valid government photo ID but no visa, Restricted Area Permit or Inner Line Permit for the standard tourist circuit of South Andaman, Swaraj Dweep and Shaheed Dweep. Restricted areas such as tribal reserves and Nicobar remain closed to independent tourism.
06Which islands should first-time visitors include?
Most first-time itineraries include Sri Vijaya Puram, Swaraj Dweep and Shaheed Dweep. That combination covers the Cellular Jail, Radhanagar and Bharatpur beaches and the Natural Bridge rock formation, and fits comfortably into six nights without long ferry hops.
07Are ferries from Sri Vijaya Puram to Swaraj Dweep available every day?
Services commonly operate daily in the main season, but schedules, capacity and cancellations depend on weather and operators. Government and private ferries run from Phoenix Bay and Haddo jetties, with indicative one-way fares of about ₹500–2,500 depending on vessel and class.
08Is Andaman more expensive than Goa?
Usually yes for transport and island logistics, although accommodation and food can overlap with comparable Goa categories. Ferry fares, inter-island transfers and the connecting flight from Ahmedabad add costs that a Goa road trip does not carry, so budget for these separately when comparing the two destinations.
Before you go
Andaman travel guides
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