Travelling from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (GAU) to Port Blair Airport (IXZ): what you need to know
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you'd like to have a stopover for your flight from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Port Blair Airport, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' and check out your options. Here are the top stopovers between GAU and IXZ:
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport
For a flight within India, you don't need a passport or visa. However, you'll have to present another form of identification, like a driver's license or ID card. Once you've landed your cheap ticket from GAU to IXZ, make sure your ID is up to date before you take to the skies.
How to find the cheapest flights from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (GAU) to Port Blair Airport (IXZ)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Port Blair Airport is Rs25,703. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs53,412. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap flights from GAU to IXZ, book in advance. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Port Blair Airport throughout the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Sign into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll get notified right away if there's a better deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you from looking for cheap flights from GAU to IXZ every day.
Use filters to tailor your flights from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Port Blair Airport. Enter your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.
Handy information about Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (GAU)
To reach Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport from central Guwahati, it'll take around 31 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Booked an early flight from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Port Blair Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to GAU:
Arriving at Port Blair Airport (IXZ)
If you have a late flight from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Port Blair Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near IXZ:
Getting from Port Blair Airport (IXZ) to central Port Blair
From Port Blair Airport, Port Blair is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 8 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Port Blair Airport (IXZ)
October is the most popular month for flights from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Port Blair Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Port Blair in April.
Lock in your flight from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Port Blair Airport for April if you'd like to visit Port Blair during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC and 32ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from GAU to IXZ in January. Average temperatures are between 24ºC and 28ºC then.
More about Port Blair
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Port Blair right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from GAU to IXZ:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Ross Island, Anthropological Museum and Samudrika Marine Museum are leading attractions which should feature on any good Port Blair itinerary.
Complete your Port Blair trip with hotels and a car rental
You've locked in your cheap ticket to Port Blair Airport — next on the list is finding a place to stay, and perhaps even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Port Blair.