Havelock to Port Blair Ferry 2026: Complete Return-Journey Guide
Five direct private ferries a day sail from Havelock to Port Blair in the timetable now on sale for the 2026–27 season: one at 8:00 AM and four between 2:00 PM and 4:00 PM. The crossing takes 90 minutes on Makruzz and Nautika and 2 hours 15 minutes on Green Ocean. Fares start at Rs 1,050 on Green Ocean, before the port fee and fuel surcharge.
We checked these figures on 5 October 2026 against the operators’ own booking systems, for travel on Tuesday 17 November 2026. Times, vessels and fares can change by date, so check the ferries on your own date for the final word.
Quick answer if you’re in a hurry: the 8:00 AM Makruzz is the only morning sailing, reaching Port Blair at 9:30 AM. The other four leave between 2:00 PM and 4:00 PM and arrive between 3:30 PM and 6:00 PM. If you fly out the same day, plan around that gap.
Havelock to Port Blair ferry: five direct private sailings a day, at 8:00 AM, 2:00 PM, 3:45 PM (two) and 4:00 PM, with fares from Rs 1,050 before fees. Checked on 5 October 2026 for travel on 17 November 2026.
TL;DR Key Takeaways:
- 5 direct private sailings a day: Makruzz 3, Nautika 1, Green Ocean 1
- First departure 8:00 AM, last departure 4:00 PM; nothing sails between 8:00 AM and 2:00 PM
- 90 minutes on Makruzz and Nautika; 2 hours 15 minutes on Green Ocean 1
- Lowest fare: Rs 1,050 (Green Ocean 1, Economy); lowest on a fast ferry: Rs 1,450 (Nautika, Luxury)
- ITT Majestic is expected to resume in October 2026; its start date had not been announced
- Your return does not have to be on the operator you came out with
| Operator | Sailings a day | Lowest fare | Journey time | Departures |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Makruzz | 3 | Rs 1,950 | 90 min | 8:00 AM, 2:00 PM, 4:00 PM |
| Nautika | 1 | Rs 1,450 | 90 min | 3:45 PM |
| Green Ocean | 1 | Rs 1,050 | 2h 15m | 3:45 PM |
| ITT Majestic | Expected to resume in October 2026; date not announced | — | — | — |
| Government (STARS portal) | Check the current notice | Confirm with DSS | Confirm with DSS | Varies |
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What to Expect on the Return Crossing
The return leaves from Havelock Jetty at Govind Nagar and arrives at Haddo Jetty in Port Blair, the same two terminals the private ferries use on the way out. On Makruzz or Nautika you are in Port Blair 90 minutes after departure; on Green Ocean 1, 2 hours 15 minutes after.
Reach Havelock Jetty 45 to 60 minutes before departure. You check in at your operator’s counter with your ticket and the original photo ID of every passenger, hand in your luggage, and board when your sailing is called.
Why Return-Direction Ferries Differ From Outbound
Going out, there are twelve sailings from Port Blair and seven of them leave before 9:00 AM. Coming back, there are five, and four of them leave in the afternoon. That changes how you plan the day.
The morning has one sailing. The 8:00 AM Makruzz is the only way to be in Port Blair before the afternoon. If it is full, the next departure is at 2:00 PM.
The afternoon sailings arrive late in the day. They reach Port Blair between 3:30 PM and 6:00 PM. Do not build a tight flight connection around them: a ferry can be delayed or cancelled for weather, and you still have to collect your luggage and cross the city. A night in Port Blair before your flight is the safer plan.
You can mix operators. Nothing ties the return to the operator you took out. You can go to Havelock on Makruzz and come back on Nautika or Green Ocean, and book each leg separately or together.
For the outward leg, see the Port Blair to Havelock ferry guide.
Makruzz Havelock to Port Blair Return Ferries
Makruzz runs three of the five return sailings, at 8:00 AM, 2:00 PM and 4:00 PM, each taking 90 minutes.
| Departs | Arrives | Vessel on 17 November 2026 | Classes and fares |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8:00 AM | 9:30 AM | Makruzz | Premium Rs 1,950, Deluxe Rs 2,540, Royal Rs 3,500 |
| 2:00 PM | 3:30 PM | Makruzz Pearl | Premium Rs 1,950 |
| 4:00 PM | 5:30 PM | Makruzz Gold | Premium Rs 1,950, Deluxe Rs 2,540, Royal Rs 3,500 |
Three things differ by date:
- The vessel. Makruzz moves its vessels between sailings. On 15 October 2026 the 8:00 AM sailing was on Makruzz Pearl, which sold Premium only.
- The 2:00 PM sailing. It was on sale for 17 November and 22 December 2026 but not for 15 October, when four sailings were returned in all.
- The fare. For 22 December 2026, Premium was Rs 2,050 and Deluxe Rs 2,640, which is Rs 100 more. Royal was Rs 3,600 at 8:00 AM and Rs 3,500 at 4:00 PM.
Royal is a small cabin: each sailing showed four Royal seats or fewer when we checked. Makruzz’s published terms list 25 kg of registered baggage.
Fares are per adult before fees. The Rs 50 port fee and the fuel surcharge are added at checkout and shown in the total before you pay.
Nautika Havelock to Port Blair Return Ferries
Nautika has one direct return sailing, at 3:45 PM, reaching Port Blair at 5:15 PM.
- Luxury: Rs 1,450
- Royal: Rs 1,750
The fares were the same for 15 October, 17 November and 22 December 2026. Luxury on this sailing is Rs 500 less than Makruzz Premium for the same 90-minute crossing, which makes it the lowest-priced fast ferry back.
Green Ocean Havelock to Port Blair Return Ferries
Green Ocean has one return sailing, on Green Ocean 1 at 3:45 PM, reaching Port Blair at 6:00 PM.
- Economy: Rs 1,050
- Premium: Rs 1,250
- Royal: Rs 1,450
It has the lowest fares of the day and the longest crossing: 2 hours 15 minutes, against 90 minutes on the fast ferries. It leaves at the same time as Nautika and arrives 45 minutes later.
A slower vessel is not a remedy for motion sickness. Conditions and individual sensitivity vary; see the motion-sickness guide for general precautions.
ITT Majestic Havelock to Port Blair Return Ferry
ITT Majestic had no Havelock to Port Blair sailing on sale when we checked on 5 October 2026. It is expected to resume in October 2026, and its start date had not been announced. Search your date to see whether it has been added.
Government Ferry Havelock to Port Blair: The Cheap Option
Government ferries are run by the Directorate of Shipping Services and booked separately, through DSS/STARS. They are not in the timetable on this page. Check DSS/STARS for the current sailings, tourist fares and ticket release, and confirm the journey time of the service you choose before planning a flight around it. See our government ferry Andaman guide.
| Aspect | Government Ferry | Private Ferries |
|---|---|---|
| Where to book | DSS/STARS | BookYourFerry or the operator |
| Fare | Confirm the current tourist fare with DSS/STARS | Rs 1,050 to Rs 3,500 before fees |
| Journey time | Confirm for the selected service | 90 minutes to 2 hours 15 minutes |
| Departures | Check the current DSS/STARS notice | Five a day (17 November 2026) |
| Cancellation | Confirm the current DSS/STARS conditions | See BookYourFerry’s cancellation policy |
Havelock to Port Blair Ferry Schedule At-a-Glance
| Departs | Arrives Port Blair | Ferry | From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8:00 AM | 9:30 AM | Makruzz | Rs 1,950 |
| 2:00 PM | 3:30 PM | Makruzz Pearl | Rs 1,950 |
| 3:45 PM | 5:15 PM | Nautika | Rs 1,450 |
| 3:45 PM | 6:00 PM | Green Ocean 1 | Rs 1,050 |
| 4:00 PM | 5:30 PM | Makruzz Gold | Rs 1,950 |
Source: Makruzz, Nautika, ITT Majestic and Green Ocean booking systems, checked on 5 October 2026 for travel on 17 November 2026. “From” is the lowest adult fare offered on that sailing, before the port fee and fuel surcharge. For every route’s timings in one view, see the Andaman ferry schedule.
What you pay on top of the fare:
- Port fee: Rs 50 per ticket
- Fuel surcharge: Rs 325 per person on Makruzz and Nautika, Rs 300 on Green Ocean
So Green Ocean Economy at Rs 1,050 comes to Rs 1,400 per person, Nautika Luxury at Rs 1,450 to Rs 1,825, and Makruzz Premium at Rs 1,950 to Rs 2,325, before any discount. The Andaman ferry prices guide has every route.
Which Havelock to Port Blair Return Ferry Should You Book?
Start from what you have to do in Port Blair, then choose by price.
If you fly out of Port Blair the same day: Only the 8:00 AM Makruzz arrives in the morning, at 9:30 AM. The afternoon sailings arrive between 3:30 PM and 6:00 PM. Compare those times with your flight and leave a wide margin; if the margin is thin, return a day earlier.
If you fly the next day: Any of the afternoon sailings works. Nautika at 3:45 PM is the lowest-priced fast ferry (Luxury Rs 1,450), and the 4:00 PM Makruzz is the last departure of the day.
If you are on a tight budget: Green Ocean 1 Economy at Rs 1,050 is the lowest fare. It leaves at 3:45 PM and takes 45 minutes longer than the fast ferries.
If you want the most time on Havelock: The 4:00 PM Makruzz is the last direct private departure. After it, there is no sailing until 8:00 AM the next morning.
If you want a smaller cabin: Makruzz Deluxe (Rs 2,540) and Royal (Rs 3,500) on the 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM sailings, or Nautika Royal (Rs 1,750) at 3:45 PM.
How to Book Your Havelock to Port Blair Return Ferry
You can book the return on its own or together with your outward ferry. The full Andaman ferry booking process applies to the return leg too.
1. BookYourFerry — check Havelock to Port Blair ferry availability for your date, compare the five sailings by time and fare, choose a class and seats, enter each passenger’s details and pay. To book the outward and return ferries in one payment, add the return when you search. Our Andaman ferry booking guide covers it step by step.
2. The operators’ own websites — Makruzz.com, gonautika.com and Green Ocean Seaways each sell their own sailings.
3. Government ferry via DSS/STARS — check the official DSS site for current ticket-release notices and tourist availability.
When to book: when we checked on 5 October 2026, every Premium, Luxury and Economy cabin for 17 November and 22 December had 100 seats or more, while Makruzz Royal had four or fewer on each sailing. The 8:00 AM sailing is the one to book first, since it is the only morning departure.
To cancel or reschedule a booking made with us, email info@bookyourferry.com. The charges are Rs 250 per person more than 48 hours before departure and 50% of the ticket cost from 48 to 24 hours before; no cancellation is allowed within 24 hours. The full terms are in our cancellation policy.
Common Mistakes Travelers Make on the Return
Planning a same-day flight around an afternoon ferry. Four of the five sailings reach Port Blair between 3:30 PM and 6:00 PM. Check your flight time before you choose, and keep a spare day in the monsoon months, when a sailing can be cancelled for weather at short notice.
Assuming there is a late-morning ferry. There is no direct private sailing between 8:00 AM and 2:00 PM.
Booking the same operator as the outward ferry by reflex. No rule requires it. Compare all five sailings.
Arriving at the wrong time. Reach Havelock Jetty 45 to 60 minutes before departure. A ferry does not wait for late passengers, and our cancellation policy allows no refund within 24 hours of departure.
Paying the port fee twice. BookYourFerry’s checkout already includes the Rs 50 Port Service Fee per passenger, per leg. If you are asked for an additional payment at the jetty, check your ticket breakdown with us first.
Back in Port Blair with time before your flight? The Port Blair city guide covers what to see and where to eat, and our Haddo Jetty guide covers the terminal you arrive at.
Havelock to Port Blair Ferry FAQ
What’s the cheapest Havelock to Port Blair ferry?
Green Ocean 1 Economy at Rs 1,050 before fees, which is Rs 1,400 with the port fee and fuel surcharge. The lowest fast-ferry fare is Nautika Luxury at Rs 1,450 (Rs 1,825 with fees). For a government ferry, confirm the current tourist fare with DSS/STARS.
What’s the fastest Havelock to Port Blair ferry?
Makruzz and Nautika both take 90 minutes. Green Ocean 1 takes 2 hours 15 minutes.
How early should I reach Havelock jetty for my return ferry?
Reach the jetty 45 to 60 minutes before departure, and earlier in late December and early January. Follow the reporting time on your ticket if it is earlier.
Can I book a one-way Havelock to Port Blair ticket?
Yes. The return is a booking of its own and does not depend on how you reached Havelock or which operator you used.
What happens if my Havelock to Port Blair ferry is cancelled?
For BookYourFerry bookings: our published passenger cancellation policy states that an operator cancellation for weather or technical reasons qualifies for a 100% refund including all fees, or a free reschedule. This guide does not change that BYF commitment. Operator-direct and government ticket conditions are separate and need confirmation.
If your sailing is cancelled, email info@bookyourferry.com with your PNR and say whether you want the refund or another sailing. Tell your airline too if you have a flight that day.
Is there a night ferry from Havelock to Port Blair?
No. The last direct private ferry leaves Havelock at 4:00 PM (Makruzz) and reaches Port Blair at 5:30 PM; the 3:45 PM Green Ocean arrives last, at 6:00 PM. If you miss the 4:00 PM, the next sailing is at 8:00 AM the following day.
Can I take my luggage on the Havelock to Port Blair ferry?
Yes. Makruzz’s published terms list 25 kg of registered baggage. Nautika’s public FAQ and terms conflict; see the Nautika baggage source check and confirm the limit and any excess charge before travel. Confirm Green Ocean’s current conditions separately. Keep valuables and medicines with you.
Do I need to print my Havelock to Port Blair ferry ticket?
Carry your ticket where you can show it, with a printed copy as a backup in case your phone has no signal or battery, and the original photo ID of every passenger.
What is the Port Blair to Havelock and return-trip distance?
About 70 km (38 nautical miles) each way. The crossing takes 90 minutes on Makruzz and Nautika and 2 hours 15 minutes on Green Ocean 1.
Plan Your Havelock to Port Blair Return Today
The return is not the outward journey in reverse: there are five sailings instead of twelve, one in the morning and four in the afternoon. Choose the one that fits your flight, then the fare.
Going on to Neil Island instead? See the Havelock to Neil Island ferry guide. Wrapping up? Save the Havelock Island guide for next time.
Compare live Havelock to Port Blair ferry availability across all operators →
For help choosing a return ferry, see our Andaman ferry booking complete guide or email info@bookyourferry.com.