Key hubs
Minicoy airport and railway station
- Airport
- Agatti Airport (AGX) is the nearest airport, with onward helicopter or boat to Minicoy. A civilian airport at Minicoy has been proposed; check its current status.
- Railway station
- None on the islands. The nearest railheads are Ernakulam Junction (ERS) and Ernakulam Town (ERN) in Kochi, near the ship terminal.
- Getting around
- Walking and cycling; bicycles can be rented. Taxis and autos are few. Boats are hired for the lagoon and islets.
How to reach Minicoy by air
The nearest airport is Agatti (AGX), which has flights from Kochi (COK) of about 1.5 hours. From Agatti, a helicopter reaches Minicoy in under an hour, or a boat takes much longer. A civilian airport on Minicoy has been proposed; check current status.
How to reach Minicoy by train
There is no railway on the islands. The nearest railheads are Ernakulam Junction (ERS) and Ernakulam Town (ERN) in Kochi, close to the ship terminal and the airport.
How to reach Minicoy by road
There is no road link to the mainland. Passenger ships run from Kochi to the islands and take roughly 14 to 20 hours, depending on route and ship. Check current schedules and booking with the Lakshadweep administration.
Getting around Minicoy
The island is flat and about 10 km long, so walking and cycling work well, and bicycles can be rented. Taxis and autos are few. Boats are hired for the lagoon, islets and reef, and there is no public bus service.
For parents and senior travellers
Easy transfers to and in Minicoy
- The island is flat, which suits walking, but boat and helicopter transfers involve stepping on and off small craft. Ask for help and avoid rough-sea days.
- Medical facilities are basic. Carry regular medicines with a prescription, a first-aid kit and any travel insurance details, and tell your operator about health conditions.
- Ask the airline or railway for wheelchair or porter assistance when you book, not on the day.
- Pre-book the pickup from the airport or station, so nobody has to negotiate with drivers after a long journey.
- Choose arrivals in daylight where you can, and keep the first afternoon free to rest.