Flying from Istanbul to Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport (PAT): What you need to know
Patna is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Istanbul. Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport is located in Patna, which operates on the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from Istanbul to PAT. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like August. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and up to four hours for international journeys. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or go over your itinerary.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Stopovers are a great opportunity to explore a new place or just have a break during your travels. When searching for a cheap flight from Istanbul to PAT, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to check out all potential stops. Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) is one option when departing from Istanbul Airport (IST).
IST is around 40 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Istanbul Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Istanbul to Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
SAW is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. It'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Istanbul to PAT flight? Relax in a hotel near Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport before your holiday officially begins. These stays have your key waiting:
77% of flights leaving Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport meet their expected arrival time.
About Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport (PAT)
Consider staying in a hotel close to PAT if you're catching a late flight from Istanbul to Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport. Pick one of these options and be under the covers in no time flat:
Getting from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport (PAT) to central Patna
From Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport, central Patna is around 5 kilometres away. It takes about 20 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport (PAT)
At the moment, $323 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $615. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Istanbul to PAT. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Istanbul to Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport tickets across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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Lock in a cheap flight from Istanbul to Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport by using filters. Select your ideal departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Istanbul to Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport (PAT)
October is the most popular month for flights from Istanbul to Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport (PAT). Plan your visit to Patna in September for a more laid-back experience.
The warmest month in Patna is May, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 41ºC (106ºF). Lock in your Istanbul to PAT plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
More about Patna
Start your Patna trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
There are loads of exciting things to do in Patna when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Kick off your exploring at Gurudwara followed by Buddha Smriti Park and Buddha Statue.
Explore more of India
Ranchi is just one of the many places in India waiting to be discovered after you've seen Patna. Around 257 kilometres away to the south, its best attractions include Jagannath Temple, Hatia Dam and Juma Masjid.
Asansol is another essential stop in India and is around 290 kilometres southeast of Patna. No trip is complete without seeing Mahakaleshwar temple, Chhinamasta Temple and Sri Siddhi Binayak Mandir.
