Vizag to Andaman Ship Ticket Price 2026: Fares, Time & Booking
The Visakhapatnam to Port Blair ship explained for 2026, fare classes, the two-and-a-half-day crossing, sailing frequency, and where to book your ticket.
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Visakhapatnam is one of only three mainland ports with a government passenger ship to Port Blair, so the Vizag to Andaman ship ticket price is a genuinely useful thing to understand — but a lot of what is written about it online is guesswork. This guide sticks to how the service actually works in 2026: who runs it, the real fare classes, how long the crossing takes, and where to buy a ticket you can trust.
Is there a ship from Visakhapatnam to Port Blair?
Yes. Vizag connects to Port Blair on the mainland sector operated by the Directorate of Shipping Services (DSS) of the Andaman & Nicobar Administration, with large passenger vessels also managed by the Shipping Corporation of India. Ships deployed on this route include vessels such as the MV Swaraj Dweep, MV Nicobar and MV Sindhu, with the assigned vessel varying from sailing to sailing.
Sailings from Vizag are less frequent than from Chennai or Kolkata — often only a couple of departures a month — so the calendar, not the fare, is usually the deciding factor. Plan around the published schedule well in advance.
Vizag to Andaman ship ticket price (2026)
Fares follow the DSS class structure, from open Bunk class up to private Deluxe cabins. As a rough guide, the 2026–27 schedule places the Visakhapatnam–Port Blair fare between roughly ₹4,100 for Bunk class and about ₹17,500 for a Deluxe cabin (one way, per person, before taxes and port charges), with Second/A-class and First class options in between.
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As on every DSS route, fares are divided into Islander and Non-Islander categories — mainland tourists pay the Non-Islander rate. Treat these figures as indicative: the DSS updates its fare order periodically, so confirm the current price on the official notification or at the counter before budgeting.
How long is the Vizag to Port Blair voyage?
This is the longest of the three mainland crossings — roughly 56 to 60 hours, or about two and a half days at sea, depending on the vessel and sea conditions. Come prepared for two nights on board with limited connectivity, and carry any medicines and seasickness remedies you may need.
How to book Vizag to Andaman ship tickets
Mainland ship tickets are not sold through an ordinary online checkout. You book in one of these ways:
- At the DSS / Shipping Corporation of India counter in Visakhapatnam, or the offices in Chennai, Kolkata and Port Blair.
- Through an authorised travel agent who completes the counter formalities on your behalf.
- Use the official DSS portal at dss.andaman.gov.in to check voyage schedules, berth availability, fares and PNR status.
Because Vizag sailings are infrequent, reservations for a popular departure can close quickly — be ready when booking opens.
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Documents and rules
Indian nationals do not need a permit for Port Blair and most popular islands, but you must carry a valid government photo ID for the ticket and boarding. Foreign nationals should check the current entry requirements separately. Baggage allowance, boarding time and cancellation terms are set by DSS and printed on the ticket.
Is the ship worth it over a flight?
A flight from Visakhapatnam reaches Port Blair in a couple of hours, against two and a half days by sea. The ship makes sense only if the voyage itself is part of your holiday or you want the lowest possible fare; if your days are limited, fly and spend the time on the islands. For nearby alternatives, see our guides to the Chennai to Andaman ship ticket price and the Chennai to Andaman cruise.
Practical tips
- Check the schedule first — Vizag sailings are limited, so dates drive the plan.
- Book as early as the counter allows.
- Carry cash for port and on-board incidentals.
- Confirm the exact class and fare on the day rather than trusting an unofficial quote.
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