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See tonight's slots, cab rates and half-day tours you can add while you are already on the island.
Fixed fares from the airport
Rates below are for a private sedan, up to three passengers with luggage. An SUV for families or four-plus bags is roughly 40% higher. Fares are confirmed in writing when you book — there is no meter, no surge and no luggage charge.
How the pickup works
- Send your flight number — we track the arrival, so a delay does not cost you the cab
- Driver waits in the arrivals forecourt with a name board; you get his number the evening before
- Fare is fixed at booking, payable to the driver or on your trip invoice
- For 6am ferry departures we position the car at 4:45am — book this the night before, not on the morning
The transfer people get wrong
The airport-to-Haddo jetty run before a morning Havelock ferry is the one that goes wrong most often. Ferries close boarding well before departure and the jetty gets congested; if you are connecting a same-day flight to a ferry, allow a minimum of two hours and book the car in advance rather than hoping for one outside arrivals.
Indicative pricing
Indicative private cab fares, Port Blair airport (IXZ)
| Airport → city hotel | Aberdeen Bazaar, Marine Hill, Delanipur | ₹399 |
|---|---|---|
| Airport → Corbyn's Cove | Beachside hotels, ~15 minutes | ₹599 |
| Airport → Haddo ferry jetty | For Havelock and Neil sailings | ₹499 |
| Airport drop, next morning | Any Port Blair hotel | ₹399 |
| Private car, 8 hours | 80 km, driver at your disposal | ₹2,499 |
| Chidiya Tapu sunset run | Round trip with waiting time | ₹1,499 |
Estimates for planning. Final pricing is confirmed against live hotel, ferry and activity rates for your dates.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a taxi from Port Blair airport to the city?
A private cab to a city hotel around Aberdeen Bazaar or Marine Hill is about ₹399 when pre-booked, and roughly ₹599 to the Corbyn's Cove beach hotels. Kerbside cabs typically quote higher during peak arrival banks, especially between December and February.
Is there a prepaid taxi counter at Port Blair airport?
There is a taxi stand at arrivals, but availability tightens when several flights land together and fares are negotiated rather than metered. Pre-booking is what guarantees a car and a fixed fare, particularly for early morning ferry connections.
How far is Port Blair airport from the Haddo ferry jetty?
Around 5 km, typically 15 to 20 minutes depending on traffic through the city. Allow at least two hours between landing and ferry departure — boarding closes well before the sailing time and the jetty queue is slow in peak season.
Can I book an airport drop for an early morning flight?
Yes. Most Port Blair departures leave in the morning, so we position cars from 4:30am onward. Book it the previous evening with your flight number and the driver arrives at the hotel with a confirmation message.
Do you offer airport transfers for families and large groups?
Yes — SUVs seat up to six with luggage, and we run tempo travellers and coaches for larger parties and corporate arrivals. Group arrivals are met with a coordinator and a name board rather than a single driver.
Is Uber or Ola available in Port Blair?
App-based cabs are not reliably available in Port Blair. Local transport is private cabs, autos and shared vehicles, which is exactly why fares are negotiated at the kerb and why a pre-booked car with a written fare is worth the two minutes it takes to arrange.
Book a Port Blair cab
Send your flight number, date and where you're headed. We confirm the car, the fare and the driver's number in writing.