Which airport should I fly into for Bihār Sharīf?

The closest airport, Lok Nayak Jayaprakash Airport (PAT), is usually most convenient, though a larger airport a little farther out may offer more connections.

How far is the airport from Bihār Sharīf?

The nearest is about 39 mi (62 km) away. The table above shows the distance and an estimated transfer time for each airport within about 300 km.

How do I get from the airport into Bihār Sharīf?

Most airports offer taxis and ride-hailing, and many add a rail, metro or bus link into the city. Tap any airport above for a full guide with ground-transport options, lounges and transit details.

Airports Near Bihār Sharīf

The closest airports to Bihār Sharīf, India: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.

The nearest airport to Bihār Sharīf, India is Lok Nayak Jayaprakash Airport (PAT), about 39 mi (62 km) away — roughly 1 hr 9 min by road.

Code	Airport	Distance	Transfer	Type
PAT	Lok Nayak Jayaprakash AirportPatna, India	39 mi / 62 km	1 hr 9 min	Regional
DBR	Darbhanga AirportDarbhanga, India	73 mi / 117 km	1 hr 41 min	Regional
DGH	Deoghar AirportDeoghar, India	91 mi / 146 km	2 hr 7 min	Regional
JKR	Janakpur AirportJanakpur, Nepal	107 mi / 172 km	2 hr 29 min	Regional
RJB	Rajbiraj AirportRajbiraj, Nepal	119 mi / 191 km	2 hr 46 min	Regional
IXR	Birsa Munda AirportRanchi, India	131 mi / 211 km	3 hr 3 min	Regional
SIF	Simara AirportSimara, Nepal	139 mi / 224 km	3 hr 14 min	Regional
BIR	Biratnagar AirportBiratnagar, Nepal	140 mi / 225 km	3 hr 15 min	Regional

Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.

Which airport is best?

For the shortest transfer, Lok Nayak Jayaprakash Airport (PAT) is the most convenient at about 39 mi out. Larger airports a little farther out can offer more connections, so it's worth comparing fares before booking.

Getting to and from the airport

Taxis and ride-hailing serve every airport here, and the larger ones usually add a rail, metro or bus link into Bihār Sharīf. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with PAT.

Hotels near the airport

For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near PAT saves a stressful morning transfer.

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Travel tips

Compare the total door-to-door time, not just the airfare — a cheaper flight into a distant airport can cost more once you add the transfer. Check whether your airport has a direct train or metro before defaulting to a taxi, and for international arrivals, confirm any visa or transit rules in advance.

Frequently asked questions

The nearest airport to Bihār Sharīf is Lok Nayak Jayaprakash Airport (PAT), about 39 mi (62 km) away — roughly 1 hr 9 min by road.