Flying from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport (PAT) to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC): what you need to know
The timezone in Dhaka is UTC+6, which is 30 minutes ahead of Patna.
To ensure you catch your PAT to DAC flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like February, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between PAT and DAC:
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport (PAT) to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC)
ر.ق. 256 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport flight. A return flight starts from ر.ق. 766. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from PAT to DAC if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
Getting cheap flights from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across every month and bag a great deal.
Save time searching for cheap flights from PAT to DAC by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Discover the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport (PAT)
77.64% of flights leaving from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
To reach Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport from central Patna, it'll take around 50 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 50 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to PAT:
Arriving at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC)
Book a hotel close to DAC if you're on a late Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Getting from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC) to central Dhaka
Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to the centre of Dhaka has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 1 hour to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Dhaka. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Dhaka, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC to 41ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 13ºC and 28ºC. Search for cheap tickets from PAT to DAC sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Bangladesh
Dhaka is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Bangladesh just waiting to be discovered. Around 225 kilometres south-east of Dhaka, a visit to Chittagong will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Foy's Lake, Patenga Beach and Paharika Jame Mosque.
Khulna is another favourite destination in Bangladesh and is around 129 kilometres south-west of Dhaka. No trip is complete without experiencing Padmo Pukur, Rupsa Riverview and Tourlink BD.
