Ahmedabad to Port Blair

About the city:

Port Blair is the capital city and largest town of Andaman and Nicobar Islands, the Union Territory of India. The town serves as major base for Indian Navy and Indian Coast Guard. A holiday in Port Blair and its surrounding areas, will introduce you to the culture of the land, based mainly on the heritage of tribal people that stay in this region. Tourists to Port Blair can have a glimpse of the tribal culture displayed beautifully in the museums here and by attending one of the cultural programs.

Then, a visit to attractions like Cellular Jail, Ross Island, Anthropological Museum, Gandhi Park, etc, will introduce you to rich history of Port Blair. Then, a visit to multitude of amazing beaches, and islands when in Port Blair, is simply a wonderful thing to do. Activities like boating and snorkelling can be thoroughly enjoyed here. Sea food delicacies can be a treat to taste buds. However, there are Indian, Burmese and Continental cuisines too that are equally delicious and a must-try.

Shopping lovers can purchase souvenirs from the local shops in Aberdeen Bazaar. The shopping arcades here sell different kinds of wood carvings, jewelleries, trinkets, etc. Then, government emporium named Samudrika, has number of items like stones, tribal weaponry, photographs, replicas of fauna, etc related with the geography and history of Andaman & Nicobar Islands.

Port Blair is well-connected to other parts of India by airways. The Veer Savarkar Airport of Port Blair has regular flights that connect the town to Indian mainland. Book your flights to Port Blair with MakeMyTrip.com to avail exclusive discounts.

Port is a wonderful place and people can visit here by flight. There are numbers of flights available such as GoAir, Jet Airways, JetLite, SpiceJet Airlines and Air India. These flights are well connected to all major cities such as Ahmedabad, Hyderabad, Mumbai, Bhopal, Kolkata and Chennai. The total distance from Portblair airport to the main city is 4 km. Hotels located the nearby airport are Fortune Resort Bay Island, Hotel Driftwood and Andaman residency.

About the city:

A city with a glorious past and architectural wonders, Ahmedabad is a must visit on every travelers itinerary. With direct flights to and from Ahmedabad one can experience the old-world charm the city has to offer.

One of biggest cities in the state of Gujarat, Ahmedabad has grown into a thriving metropolis. Getting to the city has become extremely easy with many airlines offering discounted flights to Ahmedabad. When here you can enjoy the serenity of the Gandhi Ashram on the banks of the Sabarmati River or visit one its many museums and educational institutions.

Ahmedabad is a food haven, a place to relish some of the best Gujarati specialties. Apart from local cuisine there are many restaurants that cater to a wide palate with much to choose from. Shopping is a delightful experience, with shops selling traditional fabrics and handicrafts to terracotta toys and woven rugs. From old market places to newly sprung malls, it offers a world of choice.

Best Time To Fly
The winter months from October to March are pleasant making it a perfect time to get a flight to Ahmedabad, summers are relatively hot.

Major Airlines Flying To Ahmedabad
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport is located around 15 km from the city centre. The city serves both domestic and international flights. Major airlines such as IndiGo, Emirates, Oman Air, SriLankan Airlines, Druk Air, Kingfisher and many others serves the city and further connects major parts of the country such as Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai and many others. The Gateway Hotel Ummed(A Taj Hotel), Hotel Accolade, Greenwoods Lake Resorts and Spa and many others are major hotels in Ahmedabad. Check Ahmedabad Flight Status here.