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About Ranchi to Patna Route
The Ranchi (IXR) to Patna (PAT) route is a major domestic air corridor connecting Jharkhand with Bihar. Ranchi is served by Birsa Munda Airport while Patna is served by Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport. The non-stop flight takes approximately 1.5–3 hrs (varies by airline), making it a convenient option for both business and leisure travellers.
Fares on the Ranchi to Patna route start from ₹2,999. IndiGo, Air India, SpiceJet, and Akasa Air are the primary carriers on this sector. Prices vary significantly based on season, day of week, and advance booking period — fares booked 3–4 weeks ahead are typically 30–40% lower than last-minute tickets.
About Ranchi: City of Waterfalls — Tribal Culture & Himalayan Foothills Ranchi, Jharkhand's capital, is known as the City of Waterfalls — five spectacular falls within 40km including the dramatic 300-foot Hundru Falls.
About Patna — your destination
Patna, ancient Pataliputra, was once capital of the Mauryan Empire. Today it is the gateway to Bodh Gaya (where Buddha attained enlightenment), Rajgir, and the ruins of Nalanda's ancient university.
Serving airport: Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport · State: Bihar
Weather in Patna — best time to visit
Best time to visit Patna: October to February
Top attractions in Patna
- Golghar (granary, panoramic view)
- Patna Museum
- Buddha Smriti Park
- Mahavir Mandir
- Bodh Gaya (105km)
- Nalanda ruins (90km)
Local food worth the trip
Travel tips for Patna
- Patna is base for Buddhist circuit — Bodh Gaya, Nalanda, Rajgir in 2 days
- Chhath Puja (Oct/Nov) ghats completely transformed
- Pre-book car for pilgrimage circuit
- Meals cost Rs 100–200 — very budget-friendly
Recommended stay: 1 day + Buddhist circuit 2–3 days
Departing from Ranchi? Don't miss these
- Hundru Falls (300ft)
- Jonha Falls
- Dassam Falls
- Rock Garden & Kanke Dam
How to get cheaper IXR–PAT flights
- Book 3–4 weeks in advance for the best IXR to PAT fares.
- Fly Tuesday, Wednesday or Saturday — midweek departures are consistently cheaper.
- Before 7am and late-night flights typically run about 15% below peak slots.
- Let the AI travel agent compare every fare class on this sector at once.
- Travelling as a group? BMM Reserved Fares lock the price so it cannot rise while you collect passenger details.
- Avoid booking inside 72 hours of departure — last-minute fares spike sharply.
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