Travelling from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport (PAT) to Melbourne: what you need to know
The timezone in Melbourne is UTC+11. The city is five hours 30 minutes ahead of Patna, where Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport is located.
Allow plenty of time to catch your PAT to Melbourne flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Stopovers offer the opportunity to explore a new city or just take a break during your journey. When searching for a plane ticket from PAT to Melbourne, deselect 'Direct flights only' to browse all potential stops. Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) is a top stop on this route.
Located around 14 kilometres from central Patna, PAT can be reached in about 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Travelling on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 50 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near PAT. Whether you're catching an early flight from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to Melbourne or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are all about convenience:
77.64% of flights that take off from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport (PAT) to Melbourne
The best price we've found for a one-way Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to Melbourne flight is 363 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 777 €. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from PAT to Melbourne, book in advance. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
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Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The distance from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne is roughly 24 kilometres. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near MEL if you have a late flight from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to Melbourne. Settle into one of these options and make arrival day easier:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Sixt and explore beyond Melbourne's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from PAT to Melbourne.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Once your flight from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to Melbourne has landed, you can reach the city centre in about 50 minutes by car. Central Melbourne is roughly 56 kilometres from Avalon Airport (AVV).
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 2 hours 5 minutes or so.
You'll find some terrific accommodation options just a quick drive from AVV. Get into relaxation mode at Corio Bay Motel after your PAT to Melbourne flight.
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with an Avalon Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Sixt, Kangaroo Rental or yesaway car hire and get going in the blink of an eye.
Get first dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from AVV three weeks in advance often means lower prices and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Essendon Airport (MEB)
Set your sights on the city centre after your flight from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to Melbourne has arrived. Central Melbourne is about 19 kilometres from Essendon Airport (MEB) and takes roughly 25 minutes to reach by car.
If you're using public transport, the journey will take you about 1 hour 15 minutes.
If you don't want to make your way into the centre, choose a hotel close to MEB. Make yourself comfy at one of these stays after your PAT to Melbourne flight:
Start your journey without worrying about how to reach your destination with an Essendon Airport rental car. You can book a set of wheels from trusted names here like East Coast, Ace Rental Cars and Goldcar.
If you'd like a certain type of vehicle, booking early increases your chances of getting exactly what you want. Book your ride from MEB at least a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to Melbourne.
Best time to go to Melbourne
Carefully consider your travel dates before locking in your flight from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to Melbourne. The city comes alive in high season, but hotel rates are generally higher and major attractions can be busy. Go to Melbourne in the low season if you want a quieter vibe.
The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to Melbourne plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from PAT to Melbourne in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) on average.
More about Melbourne
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Melbourne right here. Check out these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to Melbourne:
National Gallery of Victoria and Federation Square are just two of the top-rated attractions to add to your Melbourne travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Eureka Skydeck 88.
Explore more of Australia
Canberra is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Melbourne. Around 467 kilometres away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in Australia, consider Launceston, roughly 451 kilometres south-east of Melbourne. City Park, Tamar Island Wetlands and James Boag Brewery Experience are the start of reasons to visit.
