Andaman Trip Cost From India for Every Traveller

The average cost of a 5–7-day Andaman trip from India ranges from ₹25,000 to ₹65,000+ per person, depending on your travel style. Flights, accommodation, inter-island ferries, food, local transport and activities make up most of the total.

For a comfortable trip covering the main tourist islands, a mid-range budget of around ₹40,000–₹65,000 per person is a practical starting point. Budget travelers can spend less by choosing simpler accommodation and limiting paid activities, while premium resorts, private transfers, and multiple experiences can push costs significantly higher.

Andaman Trip Cost at a Glance

Note: These are planning ranges, not fixed prices. Your actual cost will depend mainly on your departure city, travel dates, season, hotel category, ferry class and activities.

The total can then be broken down into:

Flights → Accommodation → Ferries → Food → Activities → Local Transport

How Much Do Flights to Andaman Cost?

For most travelers from mainland India, flights are one of the biggest parts of the Andaman trip cost. Airfare can vary significantly depending on your departure city, travel dates, booking timing and whether you find a direct or connecting flight.

For budgeting purposes, treat airfare as a range rather than a fixed cost.

*Planning ranges only. Actual fares can change considerably based on dates, availability and season.

When Are Flights More Expensive?

Airfares can rise during:

• Christmas and New Year
• School holidays
• Long weekends
• Peak winter travel
• Last-minute booking

For your final budget, use the actual airfare available for your travel dates rather than relying entirely on an average estimate. 

Accommodation Cost in Andaman

Accommodation is one of the biggest factors affecting your Andaman trip cost, especially if you plan to stay on more than one island. Prices vary by island, hotel category, travel season and room type.

Approximate per-room, per-night planning ranges. Actual rates vary by property, dates, season and availability.

Your accommodation budget will depend mainly on the island, hotel category, travel season and number of nights. Swaraj Dweep generally offers the widest range of properties, while Sri Vijaya Puram can be useful for a lower-cost stay before or after island transfers.

Ferry and Island Transfer Costs in Andaman

If your itinerary includes Swaraj Dweep or Shaheed Dweep, ferry tickets are an important part of your Andaman trip budget. The price depends on the route, ferry operator and seating class.

Government vs. Private Ferries

There are broadly two options for inter-island travel:

Private operators such as Makruzz, Nautika and Green Ocean are commonly used by tourists traveling between the main islands.

For most travelers planning a multi-island holiday, private ferry tickets are the more practical option to budget for, particularly when fixed departure times and advance online booking matter.

Food Cost in Andaman

Food is usually a manageable part of an Andaman budget, but your daily spending can vary depending on where you eat, whether breakfast is included and how often you dine at resorts or premium restaurants.

For a 5–7 day trip, breakfast included with your hotel can reduce your daily food budget. Local restaurants and simple eateries can also cost considerably less than resort or beachside dining.

What Can Increase Your Food Budget?

Your food expenses can rise if you:

• Eat mainly at resorts and premium restaurants
• Choose seafood frequently
• Order drinks, snacks and specialty items throughout the day
• Stay at properties where dining options are limited

For most travelers, ₹1,000–₹1,800 per person per day is a reasonable mid-range starting point for food, excluding premium dining and alcohol.

Activities and Water Sports Cost in Andaman

Activities can make a noticeable difference to your Andaman trip cost, especially if scuba diving, snorkeling or other water experiences are a priority.

These are indicative planning ranges. Actual prices can differ by island, operator, activity duration and what is included in the experience.

Hidden Activity Costs to Watch For

The advertised activity price does not always cover every optional extra. Depending on the operator, you may encounter additional charges for:

• Underwater photos or videos during scuba diving
• Additional boat transfers for certain beach or water experiences
• Equipment upgrades or longer activity durations
• Entry or permit charges where applicable

If scuba diving or snorkeling is a major part of your trip, our Andaman Scuba Diving & Snorkeling Guide provides more detailed information on the experiences themselves.

Local Transport Cost in Andaman

Local transport costs depend on which islands you visit, how many sightseeing transfers you make and whether you use shared transport, scooters or private cabs.

These are planning ranges, and actual fares can vary by island, route, vehicle and season.

Your local transport budget should include airport or ferry-port transfers, hotel pickups and sightseeing, not just daily transportation between attractions.

For a multi-island trip, calculate local transport separately for each island rather than assuming one daily rate for the entire holiday.

Andaman Trip Cost by Travel Duration

The number of days you spend in Andaman directly affects your total budget. More nights mean additional hotel, food, local transport and activity costs, while adding more islands can also increase your ferry expenses.

These are broad planning ranges including return flights from mainland India. Your actual cost can vary depending on your departure city, travel dates, accommodation, ferry choices and activities.

Couples can often reduce their per-person cost by sharing accommodation and private transfers, while families and groups should budget separately for additional rooms, ferry seats and activities.

Additional Costs to Keep in Your Andaman Budget

Some expenses are easy to overlook when calculating your main trip cost. Keep a small buffer for:

• Underwater photos or videos during scuba diving, if not included
• Boat transfers for experiences such as Elephant Beach
• Entry tickets and activity fees
• Permit charges, where applicable
• Extra or oversized luggage fees on ferries, depending on the operator
• Snacks, drinks and personal expenses

You do not need to assign a fixed amount to each item. Keep a small miscellaneous buffer in addition to your core flights, accommodation, ferries, food and activities.

How to Reduce Your Andaman Trip Cost

You do not need to cut out the experiences that matter to keep your Andaman trip affordable. The biggest savings usually come from when you travel, how you book flights, where you stay and how many islands you include.

• Compare flight dates: Even a small change in your travel dates can affect airfare significantly.
• Avoid peak holiday periods: Christmas, New Year and school holidays can increase demand.
• Choose islands carefully: Adding more islands also means more ferry tickets, transfers and hotel changes.
• Mix accommodation categories: You do not need a premium resort on every island.
• Choose activities selectively: Pick the experiences that are most important to you rather than booking everything.
• Compare ferry classes: Choose the ferry class that fits your budget and schedule.
• Eat at local restaurants: Dining outside resorts can help keep daily food costs lower.

The aim is not to make the trip as cheap as possible, but to spend more on the experiences that matter to you and avoid unnecessary costs elsewhere.

Plan Your Andaman Trip Budget

Your Andaman trip cost ultimately depends on how you want to travel. For a 5–7 day holiday, decide your flight budget first, then choose your accommodation, islands, activities and transport around it.

For most travelers, a mid-range budget of ₹40,000–₹65,000 per person is a practical starting point, while budget trips can cost less and premium stays or activity-heavy itineraries can cost considerably more.

If you want to simplify the planning process, you can also compare the overall inclusions and pricing of our Andaman tour packages with the estimated costs of planning independently.