Flight tickets from Kolkata to Patna

Patna Information Guide

Erstwhile known as Pataliputra, Patna is the capital and largest city in the state of Bihar. It is known to be one of the oldest inhabited places in the world, dating back to 490 BCE. Therefore, it was home of many astrologers and scholars, some of who include Aryabhata, Chanakya and Kalidasa. Today, it is one of India's fastest growing cities – yet its marvellous ruins and heritage remains well preserved. So if you're travelling from Kolkata to Patna, spare a day or two to visit some of them!

Weather

The weather is fairly pleasant between October through February and ranges from 12 to 32 degrees Celsius. This will give travellers from Kolkata to Patna a chance to explore the city. Try and avoid visiting in the summer, between March to June, as the weather is burning hot, with highs of over 40 degrees, making it unpleasant to spend the day outdoors. During the monsoons in July to August, you will have seasonal showers; however, the humidity level rises drastically. Visiting in the winter will allow you to experience the Chhatt Festival, which is celebrated only by Biharis on the 7th day after Diwali in reverence to the Sun God.

Sightseeing

Being over 3000 years old and ruled by several kings, Patna has ancient influences as well as varied cultural elements written all over it. One of the tallest buildings in Patna is Golghar, a circular shaped granary built to look like a Stupa, from where you can get a lovely view of the city and the Ganges River. You may also like to visit the MaaPatneshwari Devi Temple, one of the most sacred temples in the city. History lovers will enjoy spending a day at Patna Museum where they can immerse themselves in archaeological objects, paintings, coins and textiles. MahavirMandir, Navlakha Palace, Nalanda and Vikramshila Universities and the Mahabodhi Temple are also worth a visit.

Shopping

You'll find a lot of handicrafts, hand painted showpieces, jewellery, wooden and leather items at Patna's many street markets. If you're travelling from Kolkata to Patna, visit shopping promenades like Patna Market, MauryaLok Complex, Hathua Market and the Handicrafts Emporium for great deals. Khetan Market is one of the largest markets and is always bustling, satisfying every shopping need of tourists and locals alike. Grab a brass statue or a Madhubani painting of a deity of your choice – it is an apt souvenir to take home from Patna.

Food

You can bet that the taste buds of every connoisseur will be tickled in Bihar, with its plethora of delicacies on offer. LiitiChokha is an undisputed favourite and consists of wheat and sattu kneaded into round, spicy balls, dipped in ghee and fried till crunchy. It is then mashed along with common spiced vegetables. For those with a sweet tooth, bite into Chandrakala, a flour pocket stuffed with khoya, coconut, cardamom powder and dried fruits, dipped in sugar syrup.Khaja is an equally tasty, wafery sweet to try. For non-vegetarians, dig in to delicious Biharimutton preparations.

You're bound to have a wonderful time when you travel from Kolkata to Patna. If you've already booked your tickets, it may be time to chalk out your itinerary.

Airport Information for Kolkata to Patna

Departure

Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU)
Jessore Rd, Dum Dum, Kolkata, West Bengal 700052

Arrival

Jay Prakash Narayan international Airport, (PAT)
Near Sheikpura, Patna, Bihar 800014

Getting to Kolkata Airport

• Rent a car or taxi to take you to the airport
• The nearest bus stop is a 15 minute walk away
• The train station is connected to the Kolkata airport
• You can take a metro from Noapara via Barsat as well as New Garia, which stop at the airport.

Travelling from Patna Airport

• Patna Railway Station is at a distance of 5 kms from the airport
• The nearest bus station is 7 kms away from the airport
• There are pre-paid taxis available at the airport and private cars outside
• City Bus Service run by BTDC is available too
• Car rentals have also been made available