Cheap Flights from Dubai to Patna

Travelers looking to fly from Dubai to Patna won’t be able to make the trip directly as Patna Airport is a domestic airport which only handles flights from other Indian airports. However, the airport is well connected to other major airports in India so it will be easy to catch a connecting flight if you are traveling from Dubai such as via New Delhi or Mumbai. You can find some great tips in our guide to finding cheap flights to India.

* This information is correct as of April 2019

Airport Information - Arriving

Patna Airport, known in full as Jay Prakash Narayan Airport, is situated just 7 km from central Patna and handles a range of domestic flights within India. The airport is relatively small but offers all of the essentials you would need although options are limited and it is best to bring any essentials with you. There is currently just a single passenger terminal open, but plans are underway to construct a brand-new terminal building which will boost the capacity and facilities of the airport extensively. While you are at the airport you will find a few snack bars and cafés for refreshments, while there are also other convenience and travel shops to pick up any last-minute basics or gifts. Once your flight has arrived at the airport, taxis are the easiest way to reach your destination and can be found just outside of the terminal building.

Airport Information - Departing

Dubai International Airport is the primary airport in Dubai and the UAE’s busiest handling close to 90 million travelers every year. The airport is made up of three passenger terminals and is located only 5 km away from the center of Dubai. There are a few ways that you can get to the airport including on the Dubai Metro which can take you directly to Terminal 1 or Terminal 3, or you can just as easily catch a public bus instead. Extensive short- and long-term parking is available if you plan on driving yourself to the airport. While you are at the airport you will find everything you could possibly imagine whether its designer shops, duty-free goods or a whole host of restaurants, cafés and fast food chains. Other luxuries on offer at the airport include rest zones, numerous airport lounges and even indoor gardens. Free Wi-Fi connectivity is also available so you can easily stay in touch with family and friends.

What to Expect in Patna

Check out the top hotels in Patna to make the most of your visit. UAE nationals traveling to India will be able to get an e-visa online before the journey which is valid for up to 60 days. The weather in Patna gets very hot over the summer with average highs reaching around 37 degrees between April and June. There is also a rainy season in the region which begins in June and carries on until September. Find the best places to visit month by month in India in our guide. Don’t forget that the time zone in India is 1 hour and 30 minutes ahead of the UAE and the currency used in the country is the Indian rupee.