Flying from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport (PAT) to Frankfurt: what you need to know
Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport is located in Patna. Based in the UTC+1 timezone, Frankfurt is four hours 30 minutes behind Patna.
For a relaxed start to your PAT to Frankfurt flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and possibly even explore a different city. When browsing for plane tickets from PAT to Frankfurt, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
The journey from central Patna to PAT takes around 1 hour 50 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
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77.64% of flights that depart Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport reach their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport (PAT) to Frankfurt
The best price we've seen for a one-way Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to Frankfurt flight is Rs102,605. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs273,456. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from PAT to Frankfurt. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to Frankfurt throughout the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.
It typically takes 35 minutes when travelling by public transport.
Consider staying in a hotel near FRA if you have a late flight from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to Frankfurt. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Frankfurt Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Wheego, Alamo or OK Mobility and see more of Frankfurt and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Frankfurt Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from PAT to Frankfurt.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) is around 121 kilometres from the centre of Frankfurt. After your flight from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to Frankfurt, it'll take you around 1 hour 30 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 2 hours 40 minutes or so.
You'll find some great places to call home for the night near HHN. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your PAT to Frankfurt flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Flex To Go, Alamo and Keddy By Europcar make picking up a Frankfurt - Hahn Airport rental car simple. These companies are located in or around the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Booking your ride four weeks before your arrival at HHN will help you save.
Best time to go to Frankfurt
Visit Frankfurt during the high season if you want a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to Frankfurt during low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
The warmest month in Frankfurt is July, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to Frankfurt flight ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
January has average temperatures of between -4ºC and 7ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from PAT to Frankfurt around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Frankfurt
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Frankfurt right here. Explore these options once you've booked your flight from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to Frankfurt:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Goethe House, Palmengarten and Frankfurt Cathedral are major attractions which should be on every Frankfurt itinerary.
Explore more of Germany
Frankfurt has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Germany you'll want to see. Around 418 kilometres north-east of Frankfurt, a visit to Berlin will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
Hamburg is another standout destination in Germany and is around 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt. No trip is complete without seeing Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.
