Delhi to Patna flights
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About the Delhi–Patna route
Delhi to Patna is one of the busiest routes in North India and the main air link home for lakhs of people from Bihar who live and work in the NCR. Demand is steady all year, but it rises sharply around Diwali, Chhath Puja, Holi and the winter wedding season — exactly when most families want to travel.
Flights leave from Delhi's IGI Airport and land at Jay Prakash Narayan Airport in Patna, which is close to the city centre, so the airport-to-home leg is usually short. If Patna is sold out or very expensive on your dates, compare Gaya (GAY) and Darbhanga (DBR) as well, depending on where in Bihar you are going.
When to book Delhi to Patna flights
For normal dates, booking 3–6 weeks ahead usually gives the widest choice of fares. For festivals, long weekends and the wedding season, book 6–8 weeks ahead or as soon as your dates are fixed — and keep an eye on the return leg too.
Money-saving tips
- For Chhath and Holi, book as early as you can — the cheapest seats on festival dates go weeks ahead.
- Travel a day or two before the rush (or on the festival day itself for the return) to find calmer fares.
- Morning departures from Delhi in December–January can be delayed by fog — keep a buffer for connections.
- Compare Patna with Gaya and Darbhanga if your final destination is closer to them.
- Set a fare alert for your return date too; return fares after a festival also jump.
Route at a glance
| Distance | ~860 km |
|---|---|
| Non-stop flight time | about 1h 30m – 1h 50m |
| From | Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) |
| To | Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport (PAT) |
| Airlines often on this route | IndiGo, Air India, Air India Express, SpiceJet and Akasa Air |
| Fares | Change daily — use the price calendar above to find the cheapest day. |
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Delhi to Patna flights — FAQ
How long is the flight from Delhi to Patna?
A non-stop flight takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to 1 hour 50 minutes.
When are Delhi to Patna flights most expensive?
Around Diwali, Chhath Puja, Holi and peak wedding dates, when many people fly home to Bihar at the same time. Booking early or shifting your date by a day or two usually helps.
Which other airports can I use for Bihar?
Depending on your destination, Gaya (GAY) and Darbhanga (DBR) can be alternatives to Patna (PAT). Bagdogra (IXB) in West Bengal is sometimes useful for the far north-east of Bihar.
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