Port Blair to Lucknow flight guide — 1-stop via CCU or MAA, island permits, fares, baggage and Chaudhary Charan Singh Airport tips for 2026.
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Quick answer: Port Blair to Lucknow flights take about ≈ 5h–6h 30m (1-stop via Kolkata or Chennai), operated by IndiGo, Air India, ≈ 2–4 options daily (all 1-stop). This is a domestic route within India, so no visa is required. Use the live search above to compare today's cheapest IXZ–LKO fare across every airline, OTA and travel agent in one place.
Last reviewed June 2026 by the FlightGPT flights desk · route facts cross-checked against DGCA and the Airports Authority of India (AAI) · fares are live — verify the final price in search before booking.
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Veer Savarkar International Airport (IXZ) in Port Blair handles a compact but busy schedule given the island's complete dependence on air (and ferry) connectivity with the mainland. IndiGo and Air India operate IXZ–CCU (≈ 2h) and IXZ–MAA (≈ 2h) daily; Air India also occasionally runs IXZ–DEL and IXZ–BLR legs. For Lucknow-bound passengers, the Kolkata hub is geographically logical: CCU–LKO is ≈ 2h on IndiGo or Air India. Alternatively, the Chennai (MAA) hub adds a longer second leg (MAA–LKO ≈ 2h 30m+). Choose the Kolkata routing for shorter total journey time and equivalent or better fare.
Foreign nationals visiting the Andaman & Nicobar Islands require a Restricted Area Permit (RAP), obtainable on arrival at IXZ for most nationalities (free, valid 30 days). Indian citizens do NOT need an RAP for the main island groups (South Andaman, Neil Island, Havelock/Swaraj Dweep, Baratang, Ross Island) but DO require a permit for the Tribal Reserve areas (Sentinelese areas, North Sentinel Island) — these are rarely visited. For the Port Blair–Lucknow flight itself, standard photo ID is sufficient. Keep your hotel registration receipt and return ticket; occasionally local authorities request these at the Port Blair airport exit check.
The IXZ–CCU sector takes ≈ 2h on an A320-family aircraft. At Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport in Kolkata, domestic-to-domestic connections happen in the unified terminal; clear security again and head to the CCU–LKO departure gate (CCU–LKO is ≈ 2h). With a 75–90 minute layover, total door-to-destination time sits around 5–5h 30m. Via Chennai (MAA), the IXZ–MAA leg is ≈ 2h, and then MAA–LKO is ≈ 2h 30m. Factor in the longer second leg, and the Chennai routing typically adds 30–60 minutes. For mid-2026 schedules, the Kolkata routing consistently offers earlier arrival times in Lucknow.
As of June 2026, advance economy fares on the Port Blair–Lucknow connection range from ≈ ₹6,000 to ₹11,000 one-way. Peak travel periods — New Year week, summer holidays (May–June), and Diwali — push fares to ₹12,000–₹18,000. Off-peak (February–March, September–October) advance bookings often undercut ₹7,000. IndiGo Saver fares are cabin-only; Air India economy includes 15 kg. Island visitors frequently return with coral artefacts (note: removal of live coral is illegal and items may be confiscated), shells, and spiced Andaman honey — all should go in checked luggage. Scuba gear and underwater camera housings count as bulky check-in items.
Veer Savarkar International Airport underwent significant upgrades in the 2020s and now has a modern passenger terminal with retail outlets, a food court, and car-rental desks. The airport is ≈ 4 km from the Aberdeen Bazaar area of Port Blair city centre; auto-rickshaws and taxis are available at the kerb. The terminal handles both domestic mainland flights and some international charter operations. Check-in counters open about 3 hours before departure for mainland flights; arrive at least 90 minutes early during peak holiday periods. The Andaman & Nicobar Tourism counter inside arrivals is useful for last-minute excursion bookings if you are arriving, not departing.
Lucknow's Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport (LKO), also known as Amausi Airport, is ≈ 14 km from the Hazratganj city centre. Pre-paid taxis from the airport to central Lucknow cost ≈ ₹400–₹600; Ola and Uber are available curbside. The single terminal handles domestic and international arrivals; baggage belts are generally efficient with 15–25 minute claim times. Lucknow Metro's Airport Line (under the city expansion plan) was not fully operational as of 2026; confirm Metro connectivity before relying on it. The city's famous kebab restaurants — Dastarkhwan, Tunday Kababi — and the Mughal-era Bara Imambara are within easy reach by cab.
Indian citizens need only a government-issued photo ID (Aadhaar, Voter ID, PAN card, or passport) for this domestic flight. No Restricted Area Permit is required for the flight itself. However, if you plan to venture to restricted tribal reserve areas during your Andaman stay, ensure you have the appropriate permits arranged before travel — these are NOT obtainable at the airport. DigiYatra is available at LKO; IXZ has limited current coverage so carry a physical or app boarding pass for the Port Blair departure. Families with infants should carry a birth certificate in case the airline requests it to confirm free infant travel (under 2 years).
No non-stop service operates on this route. All options connect via Kolkata (CCU) or Chennai (MAA), with total journey times of ≈ 5–6h 30m. Kolkata is typically the faster hub.
IndiGo and Air India both offer IXZ–CCU–LKO itineraries. Air India also has IXZ–MAA–LKO options. IndiGo tends to have more daily frequency on both hubs.
As of June 2026, advance economy fares range from ≈ ₹6,000 (off-peak, 4–6 weeks ahead) to ₹18,000 (peak holidays, last-minute). February–March and September–October offer the best value.
No RAP is needed for most of the main islands (South Andaman, Havelock, Neil, Ross Island, Baratang). RAP is required for tribal reserve areas — not applicable for the typical tourist circuit or for the airport departure.
Via Kolkata the total is ≈ 5–5h 30m. Via Chennai it is ≈ 5h 30m–6h 30m. The Kolkata routing is generally faster and has better frequency on the CCU–LKO sector.
October–November and February–March typically see the most competitive fares (≈ ₹6,000–₹9,000). Avoid the New Year week and summer school holidays (May–June) when prices spike to ₹12,000–₹18,000.
What you pay on the Port Blair–Lucknow route hinges on timing: book roughly 3–8 weeks ahead, stay flexible on the day of week, and you usually land the better fare. Search Port Blair to Lucknow live to see how today's price compares to dates a month out — the gap is often 25–40 percent across IndiGo, Air India.
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There is currently no non-stop service between Port Blair and Lucknow — itineraries connect via a hub, with a typical journey of ≈ 5h–6h 30m (1-stop via Kolkata or Chennai). Comparing hubs side by side often saves 15-30 percent. FlightGPT lets you filter by "Direct only" or compare both side by side — useful when you want the cheapest Port Blair Lucknow ticket but are open to a layover.
Expect Port Blair–Lucknow fares to vary by cabin, baggage and how the fare is bundled. A bare low-cost fare can end up dearer than a full-service IndiGo ticket once you add a bag and a seat. FlightGPT shows the all-in price for each option, so you're comparing like for like rather than misleading lead-in fares.