Travelling from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport (PAT) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know
Istanbul is two hours 30 minutes behind Patna and follows the UTC+3 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your PAT to IST flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Travelling during a peak month like February? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Break up your flight or take a detour to a new city with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Many passengers pass through Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport (PAT) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Right now, P27,354 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is P73,137. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
To find cheap tickets from PAT to IST, book early. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across each month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport (PAT)
When it comes to Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77.64% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Patna. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 50 minutes when using public transport.
Need a handy hotel near PAT? If you've booked an early flight from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Consider booking a hotel near IST if you have a late Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
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For the best deal, book your ride from Istanbul Ataturk Airport about two weeks in advance.
Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport to the centre of Istanbul has a drive time of around 50 minutes. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 45 minutes.
When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. April is the busiest month to visit Istanbul. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Search for cheap tickets from PAT to IST sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Ankara is just one of the many places in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be discovered once you've seen Istanbul. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, its top attractions include Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
Around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul, Izmir is another favourite stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.
