The Andaman and Nicobar Islands is a Union Territory of India situated between the Andaman Sea and the Bay of Bengal. These islands attract thousands of tourists every year worldwide because of their serene and picturesque environment.

You can enjoy island camping, marina yacht, wave surfing, scuba diving, kayaking, night cruising and many more activities while on the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.

Keep reading this article to get a detailed guide about the airports in Andaman and Nicobar Islands.

Here is a list of airports in Andaman and Nicobar Islands for quick guidance.

Note: The services and other factors keep changing frequently. So, please verify all information before planning your trip.

1. Veer Savarkar International Airport, Port Blair

The airport is located south of Port Blair, around 5 kilometres from the city centre and is the only international airport in Andaman and Nicobar Islands. It started its international operations in 2007 and was known as Port Blair Airport.

In addition, the airport authority is building a new terminal. The new terminal is expected to handle 1200 passengers during its peak hours.

• Address - MP2M+36H, Lamba Line, Port Blair, Andaman and Nicobar Islands 744103
• ICAO Code – VOPB
• IATA Code – IXZ
• Category – International Airport
• Terminal - It currently has one functional terminal that handles all its operations. However, another terminal is under construction.
• Operator – Airports Authority of India
• Services & Amenities Available
  • Immigration counters
  • Passenger help desks
  • Assistance to people with disabilities
  • Tourism information counters
  • Child care rooms 
  • Medical facilities
  • ATMs

2. Car Nicobar Air Force Base

It is another addition to the list of Andaman and Nicobar Islands airports, located at Indian Air Force Camp village on the Car Nicobar Island. The Japanese built this airport during World War II for their trade purpose.

However, in 1956, the Indian Air Force started their operations here. No active commercial flights take off from this airport, but the government is looking into this matter to resume commercial operations.

• Address - Car, Andaman and Nicobar Islands 744301
• ICAO Code – VOCX
• IATA Code – CBD
• Category – Military Airport
• Terminals - The airport has no commercial terminal as the Indian Air Force uses it. 
• Operator – Indian Air Force
• Services &Amenities Available
  • Baggage services
  • Car parking
  • Restaurant and coffee shop 
  • Information desk 
  • Medical facilities
  • Pre-paid taxi booth

3. INS Baaz

It is an Indian Naval Airport near Campbell Bay on the Nicobar Islands commissioned on 31st 2012. The airport is the first air station in the Nicobar Islands and is Indian Armed Forces' southernmost air station. It has only one runway measuring around 3,500 feet, but plans are underway to extend it.

• Address - Campbell Bay, Andaman & Nicobar Islands, India
• ICAO Code – VOBX
• IATA Code – NA
• Category – Naval Air Station
• Terminal - NA
• Operator – Indian Navy
• Services & Amenities Available – NA

4. INS Kohassa

It is another Naval Airport in Andaman and Nicobar Islands, established in 2001 as a Forward Operating Air Base. The air station is located at Shibpur on North Andaman Island. It operates both aeroplanes and helicopters of the Navy and Coast Guard. Furthermore, it also operates courier duties between Port Blair and Diglipur every Thursday.

• Address - Shibpur, Diglipur, Andaman & Nicobar Islands
• ICAO Code – VODX
• IATA Code – NA
• Category – Naval Air Station
• Terminals - NA
• Operator – Indian Navy
• Services & Amenities Available – NA

Therefore,  airports in Andaman and Nicobar Islands are important for the country's safety. These airports connect the islands to mainland India and are significant in promoting the tourism industry of that area. So, if you plan to visit the islands, you might find this blog helpful.