Travelling from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport (PAT) to London: what you need to know
The timezone in London is UTC+0. The city is 5 hours 30 minutes behind Patna, where Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport is located.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from PAT to London. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying over a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and perhaps even visit a new city. When browsing flights from PAT to London, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
To travel to United Kingdom for tourism purposes, you will require an embassy visa if you have a passport from India. However, visa rules can change and you may need other documents depending on the purpose and length of your trip. Always check the latest guidelines before reserving your cheap ticket from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to London.
The journey from central Patna to PAT takes around 1 hour and 50 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 48 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
After a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near PAT. Whether you have an early flight from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to London or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
How to find the cheapest flights from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport (PAT) to London
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to London is $536. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,200. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from PAT to London. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Getting cheap tickets from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to London is easy if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across every month and land a great deal.
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Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London is roughly 31 kilometres. It'll take you around 57 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling on public transport takes about 1 hour and 1 minute.
If you have a late flight from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to London, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near LHR:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is around 80 kilometres from central London. After your flight from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to London, it'll take you around 1 hour and 19 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 1 hour and 26 minutes.
After your flight from PAT to London, tuck yourself in at a hotel near LGW. These are some comfortable options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to London
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to London. July is the most popular month to visit London. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in London is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC and 26ºC. Book your flights from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to London in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap flights from PAT to London in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC and 9ºC on average.
More about London
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in London right here. Explore these options after locking in your flight from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to London:
Big Ben and The British Museum are just two of the major attractions to put on your London to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Buckingham Palace.
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