Port Blair Airport (IXZ) — Live Departures Today
Veer Savarkar International Airport — IXZ is the only airport in the Andaman & Nicobar Islands handling regular commercial traffic. Flights are the only practical option (ship takes 50–60 hours from Chennai). Heavy demand during October–May tourist season — book 3–4 months in advance for December–January.
Enter the flight number (e.g. 6E2341, AI803, SG142) on our flight-status search:
Search Flight Status →Airlines departing from Port Blair Airport
| Airline | Terminal (departure) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 6E | Terminal 1 | IndiGo operates daily direct flights to Port Blair from Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Kolkata, and Chennai. |
| SG | Terminal 1 | SpiceJet operates domestic routes to IXZ. |
| AI | Terminal 1 | Air India operates domestic flights to Port Blair — often the highest frequency carrier on Kolkata–IXZ and Chennai–IXZ s |
| IX | Terminal 1 | Air India Express runs select routes to IXZ. |
Tracking Port Blair airport departures
For real-time Port Blair airport departure status, the most accurate source is the official airport's display or your operating airline's website/app. Live departures data on this page refreshes every 60–90 seconds from ATC + airline systems.
Recommended airport-arrival lead times for Port Blair: 2 hours before for domestic flights, 3 hours before for international. Web check-in opens 48 hours before departure on most Indian carriers and closes 1–2 hours before. Skip airport check-in queues by doing web check-in OR adding HappyFares Web Check-In Assist (₹349/passenger) — we handle it for you and send the boarding pass via WhatsApp.
Port Blair airport note: IXZ is the only airport in the Andaman & Nicobar Islands handling regular commercial traffic. Flights are the only practical option (ship takes 50–60 hours from Chennai). Heavy demand during October–May tourist season — book 3–4 months in advance for December–January.
Getting to Port Blair airport: No metro. IXZ is 3 km from Aberdeen Bazaar (Port Blair town centre) — 10–15 min by taxi.
Frequently asked questions
How do I check live departure status at Port Blair airport?
Enter your flight number (e.g. 6E2341, AI803, SG142) in the flight-status search on this page. Live data updates every 60–90 seconds from ATC and airline operations systems. Alternatively, the operating airline's app or website typically has the most accurate real-time information. For IXZ-specific live screens, visit the airport's official website or use the airport-information displays in the terminal.
How many airlines operate from Port Blair airport?
Approximately 4+ airlines operate scheduled flights from Port Blair airport (IXZ), including major Indian carriers like IndiGo, Air India, SpiceJet, Akasa Air, and Air India Express, plus international airlines on Gulf, Southeast Asia, and Europe/North America routes where applicable.
Does Port Blair airport have multiple terminals?
Port Blair airport (IXZ) operates a single integrated terminal handling both domestic and international flights. No risk of terminal confusion.
How early should I arrive at Port Blair airport before a flight?
Recommended airport-arrival lead times for Port Blair (IXZ): 2 hours before for domestic flights and 3 hours before for international flights. During festive peaks (Diwali, Christmas-New Year) and Friday/Sunday evenings, add another 30 minutes. Web check-in (opens 48 hours before, closes 1-2 hours before) lets you skip check-in queues at the airport.
What is the IATA code for Port Blair airport?
Port Blair airport's IATA code is IXZ. The full official airport name is Veer Savarkar International Airport. Use this code when booking, tracking, or referring to the airport in flight schedules and itineraries.
How do I get to Port Blair airport from the city?
No metro. IXZ is 3 km from Aberdeen Bazaar (Port Blair town centre) — 10–15 min by taxi.
How early does web check-in open at Port Blair airport?
Web check-in on most Indian airlines opens 48 hours before departure and closes 60-90 minutes before for domestic flights, 60-120 minutes before for international flights. IndiGo web check-in opens at 48h. Air India: 48h web check-in window. SpiceJet: 48h. Always confirm specific airline cut-offs by clicking the airline name above.
Last updated: 29 May 2026. Live status data refreshes every 60–90 seconds.