Cheap Flights from Colombo to Patna

Compare Colombo to Patna flight deals

Find the cheapest month or even day of the year to fly to Patna

Book the best Patna fare with no extra fees

Flight deals from Colombo to Patna Airport

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Colombo to Patna Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $498. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Colombo to Patna

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Colombo to Patna flights are currently cheapest in July.

Colombo to Patna: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Colombo to Patna below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Patna.

Colombo to Patna: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$277
Cheapest month to flyApril

Finding cheap flights from Colombo to Patna: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Colombo to Patna is $485. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Colombo to Patna. But we found flights with one stop from $484.
As of March 2026, there are no flights flying from Colombo to Patna.
The cheapest month to fly from Colombo to Patna is usually July.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Colombo to Patna Airport on Friday, 17 July 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Colombo and Patna Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Patna but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Patna is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Patna is Air India .

Flying from Colombo to Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport (PAT): What you need to know

  • Patna (where Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport is located) and Colombo share the UTC+5:30 timezone. Easily coordinate travel plans without worrying about time differences.

  • Leave enough time to make your flight from Colombo to PAT. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Popular months like February or other peak periods mean longer lines and possible delays. Get a head start by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

Airports in Colombo

Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • We make it a piece of cake to find cheap flights from Colombo to PAT with a stopover. To explore the options leaving from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between CMB and PAT include:

    • Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)

    • Bengaluru Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)

    • Chennai International Airport (MAA)

  • Travelling from central Colombo to CMB takes about 50 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Catching an early flight from Colombo to Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport, 74% of flights complete their journey on time.

About Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport (PAT)

Getting from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport (PAT) to central Patna

  • Central Patna is around 5 kilometres from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport and takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. Work out your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.

  • Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 30 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo to Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport (PAT)

  • Currently, $277 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Colombo to Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $485. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Colombo to PAT if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.

  • If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your Colombo to Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport ticket.

  • You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a better deal comes up on plane tickets from Colombo to PAT.

  • Hunt down a great price on a flight from Colombo to Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'

The best time to fly from Colombo to Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport (PAT)

  • October is when most people book flights from Colombo to Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport (PAT). Plan your visit to Patna in September if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.

  • Book a Colombo to PAT plane ticket departing in May if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Patna to range from 26ºC to 41ºC.

  • January has temperatures of between 10ºC and 25ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Colombo to Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.

More about Patna

  • Once you've booked your flight from Colombo to Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Patna:

  • There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to work out where to begin. Gurudwara, Buddha Smriti Park and Buddha Statue are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Patna itinerary.

Explore more of India

  • Ranchi is just one of the many cities in India waiting to be explored after you've seen Patna. Around 257 kilometres away to the south, popular attractions include Jagannath Temple, Hatia Dam and Juma Masjid.

  • Around 290 kilometres southeast of Patna, Asansol is another essential stop in India. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Mahakaleshwar temple, Chhinamasta Temple and Sri Siddhi Binayak Mandir.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.