Flying from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport (PAT) to Velana International Airport (MLE): what you need to know
Malé's timezone is UTC+5, which makes Malé 30 minutes behind Patna.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your PAT to MLE flight.
During popular months such as February, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to Velana International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between PAT and MLE:
Kempegowda International Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
Indira Gandhi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport (PAT) to Velana International Airport (MLE)
₹ 17,324 is the lowest price for a one-way Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to Velana International Airport flight. A return flight starts at ₹ 47,533. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from PAT to MLE. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when looking for your flight from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to Velana International Airport.
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Handy information about Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport (PAT)
77.64% of flights that depart Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Patna. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport usually takes 1 hour 50 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to Velana International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near PAT:
Arriving at Velana International Airport (MLE)
Reserve a hotel near MLE if you're on a late Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to Velana International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Getting from Velana International Airport (MLE) to central Malé
Velana International Airport to central Malé has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 5 kilometres away.
When to fly to Velana International Airport (MLE)
The quietest month for a flight from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to Velana International Airport is April, while January is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Malé based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Malé is May, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your flights from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to Velana International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from PAT to MLE in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 25ºC and 28ºC on average.
Explore more of Maldives
Extend your Maldives trip with a visit to Dhidhdhoo, located around 306 kilometres north of Malé. Dhidhdhoo is just one of the top attractions to discover here.
Another worthwhile stop in Maldives, Funadhoo is roughly 225 kilometres north of Malé. Make room in your schedule for highlights including Hathareskan Vaa.