Reaching Havelock Island takes two steps: fly to Port Blair, then catch a ferry. Havelock (officially Swaraj Dweep) has no commercial airport, so the usual visitor journey is via Port Blair followed by a ferry crossing. This guide walks both legs: the flight in, the four ferry operators, dated fare examples, and the same-day timing traps that strand people.
The short version:
- Step 1: Fly into Port Blair — Veer Savarkar International Airport (code IXZ)
- Step 2: Ferry to Havelock — private fares and frequency vary by date; fast sailings take about 90 minutes
- Plan the ferry leg separately: there is no road or rail connection from Port Blair to Havelock.
Can you fly directly to Havelock Island?
Havelock has no commercial airport. For a normal scheduled visitor journey, fly to Port Blair and book the onward ferry separately.
That second leg matters more than most people expect. Miss the timing between your flight and the last ferry, and you’re spending an unplanned night in Port Blair.
Step 1 — Getting to Port Blair by air
Port Blair’s Veer Savarkar International Airport (IXZ) is the only practical gateway to the Andamans. Direct flights run from Chennai (~2 hrs, the shortest hop), Kolkata (~2 hrs), Bengaluru, Delhi, and Hyderabad, with seasonal connections from Mumbai and Visakhapatnam. Most cities route via Chennai or Kolkata.
Book the earliest flight you can. Andaman’s ferries are all daytime sailings, and flights occasionally get brought forward or delayed without much warning — a morning landing gives you room to catch a same-day ferry. An afternoon arrival usually means overnighting in Port Blair before you cross.
Step 2 — Port Blair to Havelock by ferry
This is the real journey. Private ferries run the Port Blair to Havelock (Swaraj Dweep) route from Haddo Jetty. Fast sailings take about 90 minutes. A feed snapshot for 15 October 2026 returned 12 direct private sailings priced from Rs 1,050 to Rs 3,500; use live results for your date.
The dated route snapshot records the available vessels, classes and prices for one travel date. It is not a year-round timetable or a quote for your trip.
| Operator | What to compare |
|---|---|
| Makruzz | Available departures, class layout and complete price |
| Nautika | Vessel and cabin type on the selected sailing |
| Green Ocean | Sailing duration and whether GO1 deck access is permitted |
| ITT Majestic | Whether the operator is available on your date |
| Government | Current DSS/STARS schedule, eligibility, release notice and fare |
The Rs 50 government Port Authority service fee is per passenger ticket per leg. Fuel surcharges and any other applicable charges must be checked in the selected sailing’s breakdown. Older base fares are historical references, not the final payable total. See the Andaman ferry prices guide and dated ferry schedule.
Haddo Jetty is busiest in the morning — most operators stack departures between 6:00 and 9:00 AM, and the terminal fills fast with hundreds of passengers, porters, and taxi drivers at once. Get there early and you’ll find your counter without stress. About 80 minutes into the crossing, the deep blue of the open bay gives way to shallow turquoise as Havelock rises into view — easily the best stretch of the ride.
Compare live fares and timings across all four operators at BookYourFerry.com.
Private vs government ferry — and a booking catch for foreigners
Government ferry schedules, fares, seat categories and ticket-release windows should be checked with DSS/STARS for the specific route and date. Do not assume a universal two-day release window or a guaranteed tourist allocation. See our government vs private ferry guide.
One catch that trips up international travelers: several private operators don’t offer direct online booking to foreign nationals. You may need to book through a local agent or in person — or through a platform that handles foreign-passport bookings for you. Sort this before you land, not at the jetty.
How long does the whole trip take?
Allow for your flight, baggage collection, road transfer, operator reporting time and the ferry itself. A morning arrival can leave more options, but a flight landing time alone cannot guarantee a same-day connection.
Check the last available sailing and the reporting, counter and boarding cutoffs printed on your selected ticket. These are different deadlines and vary by operator. An overnight stay in Port Blair provides more recovery time if the flight or transfer is delayed; it does not guarantee calm seas.
Reaching Havelock by ship from the mainland
Mainland passenger-ship services may be available from Chennai, Kolkata or Visakhapatnam. Check the current official sailing notice, booking channel and voyage duration before planning around one. These are separate from the onward inter-island ferry to Havelock.
Which ferry should you pick?
Once you’re booked, the complete Havelock Island guide covers what to do when you land.
Choose by available timing, total price, cabin requirements and journey duration. There is no comparable audited reliability or service-quality dataset here that establishes a best operator. A slower vessel, higher fare or particular deck cannot guarantee freedom from motion sickness; see our motion-sickness guidance.
If deck access or refreshments matter, confirm the facilities and restrictions for the actual vessel and class. Weather or operating instructions may restrict access.
How to book your Havelock ferry
Booking is straightforward once you know the route:
- Pick your date and direction — Port Blair to Havelock, ideally a morning sailing
- Compare operators by fare, timing, and class rather than defaulting to one
- Book ahead — 2–4 weeks for peak season (October–May); the best morning slots and the cheapest classes sell out first
- Follow the operator’s ticket-format and ID instructions — check whether a printed ticket is required; foreign nationals should confirm passport requirements
- Confirm the departure jetty and reporting deadline on your ticket — allow additional transfer time
Compare available sailings on BookYourFerry. Our open Andaman ferry dataset provides dated reference records, not live inventory or current invoices.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a direct flight to Havelock Island?
Havelock has no commercial airport. The usual visitor route is to fly to Port Blair, then take a booked ferry to Havelock. There is no road or rail connection between the islands.
How much does it cost to reach Havelock from Port Blair?
The 15 October 2026 feed snapshot quoted private classes from Rs 1,050 to Rs 3,500. Those are dated examples, not a price guarantee. Check the final total, including the Rs 50 government port service fee per passenger ticket per leg and any applicable fuel surcharge. Check government fares directly with DSS/STARS.
How long is the ferry from Port Blair to Havelock?
Fast sailings can take about 90 minutes; other services take longer. Use the departure and arrival times for your selected sailing. Journey length or vessel speed does not establish its seasickness risk.
Can I reach Havelock the same day I land in Port Blair?
It may be possible if the actual flight arrival, transfer and ferry reporting deadline leave enough time. Check all three before booking; separate flight and ferry tickets do not guarantee a protected connection.
Do foreigners need anything special to book Andaman ferries?
Foreign nationals need to provide passport details when booking, and several private operators don’t allow direct online booking for foreign passports — you may need to book via an agent or a platform that handles it. Sort this before arriving rather than at the jetty.
Which is the best ferry to Havelock?
Compare available timing, complete price, cabin requirements and journey duration. We do not have comparable audited data to rank operators for reliability, service quality or motion-sickness prevention. Search your travel date before choosing.
When should I book my Havelock ferry?
Book 2–4 weeks ahead for peak season (October–May), when morning departures and cheaper classes sell out fastest. Off-season you can often book a few days out, though monsoon weather (June–September) can cancel sailings, so keep a buffer day before any onward flight.