Travelling from Chicago to Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport (PAT): What you need to know
Patna is 11 hours 30 minutes ahead of Chicago. Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport is located in Patna, which follows the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport on time to board your flight from Chicago to PAT.
Peak months like July or high seasons such as Thanksgiving and Christmas/New Year will mean bigger queues at check-in and security. If you're travelling then, play it safe and get to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a smart idea.
Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
You might be able to make your cheap flight from Chicago to PAT even cheaper with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search to explore which cities could make a good pit stop. Delhi Indira Gandhi International (DEL) is an option when leaving from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
Located around 27 kilometres from the centre of Chicago, ORD can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 45 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Chicago O'Hare International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Chicago to Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
When it comes to Chicago O'Hare International Airport's on-time performance, 70% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in around 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 16 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 25 minutes.
Catching the earliest flight? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Chicago Midway International Airport the day before your Chicago to PAT flight:
76% of flights leaving Chicago Midway International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
From the centre of Chicago, RFD is around 145 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to get there by car and 2 hours or so on public transport.
Take the 'what ifs' out of departure day — stay near Chicago Rockford International Airport and know you'll reach your gate with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Chicago to Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport flight:
Flights that take off from RFD arrive at their final stop within the expected time frame 71% of the time.
Chicago Rockford International Airport is located at 2 Airport Cir.
About Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport (PAT)
Book a hotel close to PAT if you have a late flight from Chicago to Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport. Select one of these options and be under the covers in no time flat:
Getting from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport (PAT) to central Patna
Central Patna is around 5 kilometres from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport and takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for heading into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport (PAT)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport is ر.ق. 2,691. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ر.ق. 4,604. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Chicago to PAT if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport (PAT)
November is the busiest month for flights from Chicago to Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport (PAT). Plan your visit to Patna in January if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Patna is May, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 42ºC. Lock in your Chicago to PAT plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Search for cheap tickets from Chicago to Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 10ºC and 25ºC.
More about Patna
After booking your flight from Chicago to Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Patna:
Your Patna trip should come with a side of sightseeing. Leading attractions worth exploring include Gurudwara, Buddha Smriti Park and Buddha Statue.
Explore more of India
Varanasi is just one of the many places in India waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Patna. Around 209 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include Kashi Vishwanath mandir, Ganga River and Varanasi.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in India, consider Ranchi, roughly 257 kilometres south of Patna. Jagannath Temple, Panchghagh Falls and Sun Temple are the start of reasons to visit.
