Traveling from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport (PAT) to Birsa Munda Airport (IXR): what you need to know
Expect to be in the skies for around 49 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to Birsa Munda Airport. Ranchi and Patna share the same timezone (UTC+5:30).
Take your pick of 13 weekly flights from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to Birsa Munda Airport. The 11:05 departure with IndiGo is the earliest flight out between PAT and IXR. IndiGo operates the last service of the day at 14:00 if early starts aren't your thing.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
IndiGo is your gateway to exploring Ranchi (and maybe even some other exciting parts of India!). Check out the direct flights from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to Birsa Munda Airport offered by this popular airline.
If you'd like to break up your flight from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to Birsa Munda Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to find a city that appeals to you. The top stopovers on the PAT - IXR route are:
Kempegowda International Airport
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport
When flying domestically within India, you won't need a passport or visa. However, you'll have to bring another kind of identification, like a driver's license or ID card. As soon as you've found your cheap ticket from PAT to IXR, make sure your ID is up to date before you jet off.
How to find the cheapest flights from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport (PAT) to Birsa Munda Airport (IXR)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to Birsa Munda Airport is C$42. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$81. Remember that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Get cheap flight tickets from PAT to IXR by booking 8 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to Birsa Munda Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across every month.
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Handy information about Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport (PAT)
Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Patna. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take 48 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 1 hour and 50 minutes.
After a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near PAT. Whether you're on an early flight from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to Birsa Munda Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are just the thing:
Arriving at Birsa Munda Airport (IXR)
If you have a late flight from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to Birsa Munda Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near IXR:
Getting from Birsa Munda Airport (IXR) to central Ranchi
Birsa Munda Airport is approximately 5 kilometres from the center of Ranchi. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 14 minutes.
When to fly to Birsa Munda Airport (IXR)
The quietest month for a flight from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to Birsa Munda Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Ranchi based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Ranchi is May, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC and 39ºC. Book your flights from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to Birsa Munda Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from PAT to IXR in January. Average temperatures are between 11ºC and 26ºC then.
More about Ranchi
As soon as you've locked in your flights from PAT to IXR, you'll want to find a place to stay in Ranchi. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this popular destination:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Rock Garden, Jagannath Temple and Deer Park are top sights which should be on any good Ranchi itinerary.
Complete your Ranchi trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked your cheap ticket to Birsa Munda Airport — next on the list is finding a great stay, and perhaps even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Ranchi.