Travelling from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport (PAT) to Shillong Airport (SHL): what you need to know
Your PAT to SHL flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Flying during a peak time like February? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Pick a stopover if you'd love to break up your flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see all your options for tickets from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to Shillong Airport. Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport is a popular stopover on the PAT to SHL route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport (PAT) to Shillong Airport (SHL)
Right now, ₹ 6,994 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to Shillong Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ₹ 14,899. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from PAT to SHL if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when looking for your flight from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to Shillong Airport.
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Handy information about Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport (PAT)
When it comes to Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport's on-time performance, 77.64% of flights complete their journey on time.
Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Patna. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport takes about 1 hour 50 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to Shillong Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to PAT:
Arriving at Shillong Airport (SHL)
Consider booking a hotel near SHL if you're taking a late Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to Shillong Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Getting from Shillong Airport (SHL) to central Shillong
From Shillong Airport, Shillong is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 1 hour to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Shillong Airport (SHL)
The quietest month for a flight from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to Shillong Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Shillong based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Shillong is June, with the temperature ranging between 17ºC and 24ºC. Book your flights from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to Shillong Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from PAT to SHL in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 5ºC and 18ºC on average.
Explore more of India
Kolkata is just one of the many cities in India waiting to be explored after you've experienced Shillong. Around 483 kilometres away to the south-west, popular attractions include Victoria Memorial, Howrah Bridge and Indian Museum.
If you're ready to explore another side of India, consider Guwahati, about 64 kilometres north of Shillong. Kamakhya Temple, Purva Tirupati Shri Balaji temple and Rest Camp Navagraha Temple are highlights.