Traditional open oesophagectomy constitutes the mainstay of treatment for resectable oesophageal carcinomas. The procedure is being performed by either abdominal or thoracic approaches. Associated mortality and morbidity ranges from 2 to 10% and 30 to 50% respectively, for both the abdominal and thoracic approaches. Laparoscopic technique is an emerging technique with various advantages over traditional methods such as reduced intra operative trauma, better recovery and lower postoperative morbidity. Both techniques are associated with their specific advantages and disadvantages. A comparative study may be helpful to decide the appropriate method of surgery. We conducted a Retrospective study to highlight the comparison between minimal invasive esophagectomy and open esophagectomy with respect to surgeon’s preference/ comfort, oncological safety and post–operative morbidity & mortality.