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Whether you have a layover, overnight sleepover or you are just quickly passing through, our Port Blair Airport Guide is a great place to start planning your visit. Here, you’ll find information on services and facilities available inside the airport – including details about airport lounges, WiFi, mobile charging points, lockers, 24-hour food options, nearby hotels, and everything in between.
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IXZ Airport Overview
To help you plan your layover or overnight sleepover, here is a quick run-down about what to expect during your time at Port Blair Airport, also known as Veer Savarkar International Airport.
What to Expect
Port Blair Airport (code: IXZ) has a small terminal that connects to several destinations on India’s mainland. A new terminal is currently under construction and scheduled to open in summer 2020. Expect hot, humid temperatures and slow security processes inside the airport. Facilities are limited to a restaurant, snack bar, and a couple of small shops. We are unable to confirm if WiFi is available.
Sleeping in Port Blair Airport
We do not yet have any sleep-related airport reviews, but it seems this airport may close nightly. Have a backup plan if you’re planning to spend the night. For uninterrupted sleep, hotels are nearby, including one that rents day rooms for transit passengers. See our Airport Hotels section below for more info.
Read the latest traveller airport reviews for more tips. For more airport information, continue scrolling down to explore more in our Port Blair Airport Guide.
In this guide we may refer to locations as “landside” and “airside”. Landside is the public area of the terminal located in the non-secure zone, before security. Airside is the secure area of the terminal that you must reach by going through security.
Airport Hours
While it appears that the airport closes for several hours overnight, we cannot confirm the exact hours of operation. If you know the airport hours, click here to update this airport guide.
Rest & Relaxation Zones
There are no dedicated sleeping areas, quiet areas or rest zones. If this information has changed, click here to update this guide.
Cots
The airport does not provide cots to stranded travellers. If this has changed, click here to update the guide.
Airport Hotels
If sleeping in the airport sounds like a nightmare, there are hotels near Port Blair Airport:
- Day Rooms – Rest rooms are available for transit passengers. Four double rooms are available. Rates: Rs.1000 per bed per day or Rs.1500 per room per day. Location: unknown.
- Lemon Tree Hotel – No airport shuttle. » Check Rates
- Hotel Sand Heaven – No airport shuttle. » Check Rates
For more options, visit Tripadvisor to see a list of hotels in Port Blair, search for deals and read traveller reviews.
Airport Lounges
As of this update, we cannot confirm whether the airport has any first-class or business lounges. If you know, click here to update this airport guide.
Drinking Water
Drinking water facilities are available both Landside and Airside.
Food & Drinks
A restaurant and snack bar are available in the departures area.
Luggage Storage & Lockers
Unavailable. If this is incorrect, click here to update this guide.
Mobile Charging
Mobile charging stations are available both Landside and Airside.
Showers
Unavailable. If this is incorrect, click here to update this guide.
WiFi/Internet
A reader reports there is no WiFi in the commuter terminal (January 2022).
Security & Safety
Sleeping in any airport can include a certain level of risk, especially when travelling alone. It’s important to take certain precautions to ensure your safety and the security of your valuables. Here are a few tips:
- Safety First. It’s a good idea to know where the security office is located and look for video cameras where you plan to sleep. You can also ask the security personnel for advice on the safest places to spend the night.
- Don’t Seclude Yourself. If you’re travelling alone, we recommend you stay near other travellers or close to security. This will help you feel more secure and deter potential thieves.
- Hide Your Valuables. It’s also important to hide your valuables. Don’t leave them out in plain view, as this could make you a target for theft. Additionally, if you are a deep sleeper, you may want to padlock your bag to something or sleep with your bag up against a wall to make it harder for someone to access zippers and pockets. We have received reports of sleepers who woke up without their phones and laptop bags. The travellers were left with just their headphones and laptop bag strap.
- Stay Alert. It’s best to stay alert and awake if you feel unsafe or uncomfortable. Drink coffee or other caffeinated beverages to help you stay awake, and remember that you can always catch up on sleep during your flight. These simple precautions can help you enjoy a safe night at the airport.
More Airport Information
Note: Locations, hours, and rates may change. Information is provided for general reference only.
- ATMs / Cash Machines – ATMs operated by State Bank of India and Central Bank of India are available Landside. Fees may apply.
- Baby Care Facilities – A baby care room for breastfeeding and diaper changing is available in the Departure Hall.
- Baggage Trolleys – Available free of charge.
- Duty-Free & Shopping – Duty-free and a small souvenir shop are available.
- Information Desk – An information desk is available in the Arrivals area.
- Medical Services – First aid services are available Landside.
Buses
The airport is connected to the public transport system. No further information is known at the time of this update.
Hotel Shuttles
See also Airport Hotels above.
Taxis
Taxis and auto-rickshaws are readily available for hire in the ground transportation area.
Last updated: 2026-03-20
This guide is for informational purposes only to assist with your planning. All information, including rates and hours, is subject to change at any time without notice. The information in this airport guide is based on information collected and/or received from the airports, lounges, hotels, transportation providers, and their websites. We are not representatives of any of the above-mentioned service providers. To report errors or to add/update any items mentioned in the guide: update the airport guide or write a review.