Flying from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport (PAT) to Mangalore Airport (IXE): what you need to know
Mangalore's timezone is UTC+5:30, which is the same as Patna.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to board your PAT to IXE flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like February. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to Mangalore Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between PAT and IXE:
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
Kempegowda International Airport
Chennai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport (PAT) to Mangalore Airport (IXE)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to Mangalore Airport flight is $110. A round-trip ticket right now is $214. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap tickets from PAT to IXE, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when looking for a flight from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to Mangalore Airport.
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Handy information about Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport (PAT)
Of the departures from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport, 77.64% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Patna to Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 50 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 50 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to Mangalore Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near PAT:
Arriving at Mangalore Airport (IXE)
Consider staying in a hotel close to IXE if you have a late Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to Mangalore Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Getting from Mangalore Airport (IXE) to central Mangalore
Mangalore Airport to central Mangalore has a drive time of around 10 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
When to fly to Mangalore Airport (IXE)
August is the busiest month for flights from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to Mangalore Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Mangalore in April.
Before locking in your flight from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to Mangalore Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Mangalore, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from PAT to IXE in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) on average.
Explore more of India
Bengaluru is just one of the many cities in India waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Mangalore. Around 290 kilometres away to the east, well-known attractions include Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.
Coimbatore is another standout destination in India and is around 306 kilometres south-east of Mangalore. No trip is complete without experiencing Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple.