Flying from Melbourne to Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport (PAT): what you need to know
Planning your getaway begins with figuring out where you'll leave from in Melbourne. Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is the city's main base, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Melbourne to Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport (PAT) departing from here.
The timezone in Patna is UTC+5:30, which is 5 hours 30 minutes behind Melbourne. Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport is located in Patna.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from Melbourne to PAT.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and up to four hours for international flights. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or go over your itinerary.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Finding a stopover on your flight from Melbourne to PAT is a cinch. Whether you'd like to potentially save cash on your fare or visit a new city, just deselect 'Direct flights only' to check out your options. A major stop when taking off from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM).
From central Melbourne, MEL is approximately 24 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or visit the official airport website to work out the best way to get there.
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About Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport (PAT)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Melbourne to Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near PAT instead:
Getting from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport (PAT) to central Patna
Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to the centre of Patna takes around 48 minutes by car. It's approximately 19 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
It takes roughly 1 hour and 50 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport (PAT)
For a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport, C$479 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return flight from just C$1,075. These are the lowest fares right now but may change based on availability.
It's usually best to book early if you're looking for flight tickets from Melbourne to PAT. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Getting flight tickets from Melbourne to Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across the month and land a great deal.
Create a Price Alert for flight tickets from Melbourne to PAT. You don't need to check back in every day to see whether prices have dropped. We'll update you as soon as there's a change in price.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport (PAT)
It's time to figure out your trip dates for your flight from Melbourne to Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport. August is the most popular month for a trip to Patna. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in April.
Think about the type of weather that'll suit your plans for Patna. The warmest month is May. Lock in your flights from Melbourne to PAT during then and you can expect temperatures of between 26ºC and 41ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 10ºC and 25ºC. Look for cheap flights from Melbourne to Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Patna
Start your Patna trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Melbourne to Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Mahatma Gandhi Setu, Bihar Museum and Golghar are popular attractions which should be on any good Patna itinerary.
Complete your Patna trip with a car rental
After you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Melbourne to Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport, your next task is choosing one of our car rentals in Patna. Check out the offers and easily compare your options on price, pick-up convenience, and more.
