Just Landed? How to Get from Port Blair Airport to the Havelock Ferry Jetty (2026)

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You’ve just touched down at Veer Savarkar International Airport. The humidity hits you, the smell of salt is in the air, and you’re officially in paradise. But let’s be honest: you didn't fly all this way to stay in the city. You want the white sands of Havelock, and you want them now.

The distance between the airport in Andaman and the ferry jetty is short, but in the world of island travel, "short" can be complicated. If you don't have a plan, you’ll find yourself haggling with taxi drivers while your ferry sails away without you.

If you want to be a "speed demon" and get from the tarmac to the turquoise waters in record time, you need a strategy. Specifically, you need to sync your landing with Nautika—the Andamans' youngest and newest high-speed catamaran.

1. The Distance: Airport to Haddo Jetty

The airport in Andaman (IXZ) is located in Port Blair. Most private ferries, including Nautika, depart from Haddo Wharf (Haddo Jetty).

• The Distance: Approximately 5–7 km.

• The Time: About 20–30 minutes depending on Port Blair’s surprisingly busy traffic.

• Pro-Tip: Don't confuse Haddo Jetty with Phoenix Bay Jetty (which is mostly for government boats). Always tell your driver "Haddo Wharf" for the newest high-speed cruises.

2. The "Golden Window": Timing Your Ferry

To ensure a stress-free transfer, you need at least 2 to 2.5 hours between your flight landing and your ferry departure.

• The "Perfect" Schedule: If you land at 8:00 AM, aim for the 11:15 AM sailing on Nautika. This gives you time for baggage claim (which can be slow), the cab ride, and the mandatory 45-minute pre-boarding check-in at the jetty.

• The Risk: Flights to Port Blair are often early, but they can be delayed. If you book a ferry only 60 minutes after your landing, you’re living on the edge.

3. Transport Options: Taxis vs. Autos

• Pre-paid Taxi: There is a counter right outside the arrival hall. It’s fixed-price and reliable. Expect to pay around ₹400–₹600 for a trip to Haddo Jetty.

• Auto-Rickshaws: You’ll have to walk a bit outside the airport gates to find one. They are cheaper (around ₹200–₹300) but not ideal if you have a lot of heavy luggage.

• Pre-booked Transfers: If you've booked a premium tour, your driver will be waiting with a placard. This is the fastest way to "exit and go."

4. Why Nautika is the Smarter Choice

When you’ve just come off a 2 or 3-hour flight, the last thing you want is a 3-hour bumpy boat ride.

• The Speed: As the Andamans' youngest and newest high-speed craft, Nautika gets you to Havelock in just 90 minutes.

• The Comfort: You move from an air-conditioned plane to an air-conditioned luxury catamaran. No heat, no sweat, no "middle seat" anxiety.

• Instant Booking: You can book your tickets on GoNautika.com while you’re waiting for your flight at Delhi or Kolkata airport. By the time you land in Port Blair, your digital boarding pass is already on your phone.

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