Flying from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport (PAT): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 45 minutes.
Choose from 146 weekly Indira Gandhi International Airport to Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport flights. The 06:15 departure with IndiGo is the earliest available. IndiGo operates the last service of the day at 19:20.
Leave enough time to make your DEL to PAT flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
A number of airlines offer direct flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport, so jetting to Patna (and then exploring more of India!) is easy. Popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
IndiGo is the top choice for travellers on this route.
The most punctual carrier offering DEL to PAT flights is Air India. Its services arrive as scheduled 75.73% of the time.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between DEL and PAT include:
Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport
Pune Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport (PAT)
$72 is currently the best price for a one-way Indira Gandhi International Airport to Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport flight. Return flights start from $159. These prices may change depending on availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from DEL to PAT, book your journey four months before your departure.
Schedule your trip for March. That's the cheapest month for flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across every month.
Save time looking for cheap flights from DEL to PAT by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport.
Handy information about Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Of all flights departing from Indira Gandhi International Airport, 67.17% land on schedule at their destination.
To get to Indira Gandhi International Airport from central New Delhi, it takes about 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of about 55 minutes when using public transport.
Taking an early flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near DEL:
Arriving at Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport (PAT)
Consider booking a hotel near PAT if you're catching a late Indira Gandhi International Airport to Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Getting from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport (PAT) to central Patna
Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to the centre of Patna has a drive time of about 50 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport takes about 1 hour 50 minutes.
When to fly to Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport (PAT)
The quietest month for a flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport is April, while February is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Patna based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When reserving your flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in Patna, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 41ºC (106ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DEL to PAT in January. Average temperatures are between 10ºC (50ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.
Explore more of India
You've visited Patna, now it's time to discover more of India. Travel around 467 kilometres south-east to Kolkata to check off its top sights. From Victoria Memorial to Howrah Bridge and Indian Museum, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in India, consider Kanpur, about 499 kilometres west of Patna. Allen Forest Zoo, J K Temple and Kanpur Memorial Church are the start of reasons to visit.