Currently, Kanpur does not have its own airport. To assist your travel, we have identified the best nearby flight options. Travel from Kanpur to Lucknow covering a distance of 80 by road and fly directly to Kanpur from there. Book on Cleartrip to get the best Patna to Kanpur flights ticket price.
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Since Kanpur does not have its own airport, the easiest way to travel on this route is to fly to a nearby hub city and complete the remaining journey by road. Here is how to plan your Patna to Kanpur flight booking:
Lucknow is the nearest airport to Kanpur, 80 away. Book the cheapest flight from Patna to Lucknow on Cleartrip and take a taxi, bus, or cab to complete your journey to Kanpur.
Varanasi is another viable option, located 250 from Kanpur. Flight tickets from Patna to Varanasi are available across multiple airlines with frequent departures and competitive fares throughout the day.
Weigh both hub options based on fare, road distance, and travel time to make the smartest Patna to Kanpur flight booking decision.
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Patna is the capital of Bihar and one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world. Known historically as Pataliputra, it was the capital of the Magadha and Maurya empires. Located on the southern bank of the Ganges, Patna is a significant centre for education, politics, and pilgrimage in eastern India.
The best time to visit Patna is October to March when temperatures range between 8 and 28 degrees Celsius. Summers from April to June are extremely hot. Monsoon from July to September brings heavy rainfall and occasional flooding.
Patna has city buses, auto-rickshaws, e-rickshaws, and app-based cabs. River ferries connect to nearby towns across the Ganges.
Patna offers rich ancient history, Sikh and Buddhist pilgrimage sites, access to Nalanda and Bodh Gaya, and authentic Bihari cuisine.
Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport (IATA: PAT) is about 5 km southwest of Patna city centre. The airport has a single domestic terminal handling flights to major Indian cities including Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, and Bangalore. Limited international operations serve select destinations. Connected via pre-paid taxis, app-based cabs, and auto-rickshaws.
Kanpur is the largest industrial city in Uttar Pradesh on the banks of the Ganges. Known as the Manchester of the East for its leather and textile industries, Kanpur played a significant role in the 1857 Indian Rebellion. It is also home to the prestigious IIT Kanpur.
The best time to visit Kanpur is October to March with temperatures between 7 and 28 degrees Celsius. Summers are extremely hot. Monsoon brings heavy rainfall from July to September.
Kanpur has auto-rickshaws, e-rickshaws, city buses, and app-based cabs. Kanpur Metro is partially operational.
Kanpur offers 1857 Revolt history, leather markets, Ganges ghats, and the vibrant culture of India's industrial heartland.
Kanpur Airport (IATA: KNU) is at Chakeri, about 15 km south of the city centre. It operates as a civil enclave within an Air Force station. The airport handles limited domestic flights. Connected via pre-paid taxis and app-based cabs. Lucknow Airport (80 km) offers wider connectivity.
A little preparation makes all the difference when travelling from Patna to Kanpur. Keep these tips in mind:
There are no direct flights from Patna to Kanpur. You can fly to Lucknow and cover the remaining 80 to Kanpur by road. To check the real-time flight schedule for Patna to Lucknow, visit the Cleartrip website or app, enter your travel dates, and select your preferred timings. The platform will display all available flights with timings, durations, and fares so you can pick the best option.
Booking your Patna to Kanpur flight early comes with several benefits:
Book at least 3-4 weeks in advance, particularly during peak travel seasons and holidays.
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