Best Time to Visit Andaman: Month-by-Month Weather & Season Guide (2026)

November 3, 2026 · India Travel Guide

By TourKro Travel Desk · Thailand DMC & local tour operator · Updated 11 Nov 2026

Updated on 11 Nov 2026

Best Time to Visit Andaman comes down to weather, crowds and prices. Here is each month in Andaman explained simply.

The Andaman Islands have India's clearest water: Radhanagar beach on Havelock (Swaraj Dweep), coral reefs and Port Blair's Cellular Jail. The best months for Andaman are October, November, December, January, February, March, April, May. A 6-night stay works out to roughly ₹21,000–₹38,500 per head before flights.

Best Time To Visit: andaman month by month

Month	Season	Prices
January	Best weather	Highest
February	Best weather	Highest
March	Best weather	Highest
April	Best weather	Highest
May	Best weather	Highest
June	Shoulder: mostly fine	Medium
July	Off season: check weather	Lowest
August	Off season: check weather	Lowest
September	Shoulder: mostly fine	Medium
October	Best weather	Highest
November	Best weather	Highest
December	Best weather	Highest

Best Time to Visit Andaman: every month in Andaman, rated

Month	Weather	Prices
January	Best season	Peak: book early
February	Best season	Peak: book early
March	Best season	Peak: book early
April	Best season	Peak: book early
May	Best season	Peak: book early
June	Shoulder season	Good value
July	Rain likely	Lowest prices
August	Rain likely	Lowest prices
September	Shoulder season	Good value
October	Best season	Peak: book early
November	Best season	Peak: book early
December	Best season	Peak: book early

October to May.

Andaman trip cost for 6 nights

Travellers	Budget	Comfort	Luxury
1 person	₹21,000	₹38,500	₹91,000
2 people (couple)	₹42,000	₹77,000	₹182,000
Family of 4 (2 kids)	₹67,200	₹123,200	₹291,200

These are land costs for Andaman: hotel, sightseeing, meals and local transfers. A comfort day in Andaman: ₹2,500 for your share of the room, ₹1,700 for Andaman tours and tickets, ₹900 for meals, ₹600 for taxis.

Best of Andaman for first-timers

Elephant beach snorkelling: best early in the morning.
Radhanagar beach: popular with families.
Scuba diving at Havelock: go on a weekday if you can.
Cellular Jail light show: good for photos.
Ross Island: a favourite of couples.
Neil Island natural bridge: worth a half day.

Do not leave without: Scuba diving or sea walking at Havelock and North Bay, and sunset at Radhanagar beach.

Cheaper Andaman: tips that really work

Compare areas before you book: Port Blair, Havelock (Swaraj Dweep) and Neil (Shaheed Dweep).
Private ferries between islands (book early), cabs on each island.
Travel in June, July and August when hotels in Andaman are cheaper than in October.
Book private ferries early; cabs and scooters are available on each island.
Ferry tickets sell out in peak season; carry cash, ATMs on the islands are few.
Shared (SIC) tours cost far less than private ones and work well for couples and solo travellers.

Day-by-day plan for Andaman

Day 1: Arrive in Andaman

Arrive, meet your driver and check in. Keep the first evening light: a walk around Port Blair, dinner and an early night.

Day 2: Cellular Jail light show + Radhanagar beach

Pickup from your hotel after breakfast; the stops follow each other by distance, so less time goes in traffic. After sunset: the light and sound show at Cellular Jail and quiet beach evenings on Havelock.

Day 3: Elephant beach snorkelling + Scuba diving at Havelock

An early start beats the crowds and the midday heat; lunch is on the way. For dinner: Seafood and North Indian vegetarian food.

Day 4: Neil Island natural bridge + Ross Island

A relaxed pace today, with time for photos and a long lunch. Shopping time: Aberdeen Bazaar in Port Blair for shell crafts and pearls.

Day 5: Free day or optional tour

Keep a free day for shopping, a spa or one more experience you liked; it also gives room if weather changes a plan. After sunset: the light and sound show at Cellular Jail and quiet beach evenings on Havelock.

Day 6: Free day or optional tour

Keep a free day for shopping, a spa or one more experience you liked; it also gives room if weather changes a plan. For dinner: Seafood and North Indian vegetarian food.

Day 7: Departure

Breakfast, check out and transfer for your flight or onward journey.

Other lengths: 4 nights: about ₹15,000 to ₹27,500 per person; 8 nights: about ₹27,000 to ₹49,500 per person (land cost, flights extra).

Andaman at a glance

Per person per day	₹3,000 budget · ₹5,500 comfort · ₹13,000 luxury
Best months	October, November, December, January, February, March, April, May
Return flight from India	₹9,000 to ₹20,000
Ideal length	5 to 6 nights

Indian and vegetarian food in Andaman

Seafood and North Indian vegetarian food. Carry a few ready-to-eat packets for long day trips; lunch stops on tours are often simple.

Moving around Andaman

Private ferries between islands (book early), cabs on each island. Airport transfers are cheaper when booked with the hotel package.

Getting to Andaman

Flights to Port Blair from Chennai, Kolkata, Delhi and others; then ferries to Havelock and Neil.

What to pack for Andaman

Flip-flops plus closed shoes for tours
A light rain jacket in the wet months
Sunscreen, sunglasses and a cap
A waterproof phone pouch for boat trips

Everything in one place: Andaman travel guide.

Quick answers before you book

What are the top places in Andaman?

Start with Cellular Jail light show, Radhanagar beach and Elephant beach snorkelling. Our team can add the right tours to your plan.

How many days are enough for Andaman?

5 to 6 nights is ideal for a first visit; add two more nights if you want a slower pace or a day trip.

Will we get Indian food in Andaman?

Seafood and North Indian vegetarian food.

How much does a 6-night Andaman trip cost?

₹21,000 to ₹38,500 per head covers hotel, tours, meals and transfers for 6 nights in Andaman (luxury: ₹91,000+). Your Andaman travel ticket is separate.

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