Patna to Kolkata

Kolkata, formerly known as Calcutta, the capital of West Bengal is a thriving metropolis with much to offer the discerning traveler. Located on the east bank of the Hooghly River, Kolkata is not just the commercial capital but a historical and cultural centre as well. It boasts of some of the finest museums and literary centers in addition to its splendid monuments.

When here, you can indulge in a wide array of Bengali cuisine, from its exceptional street food to seafood specialties and delicious desserts. Shopping can be done in many of its old bazaars and shopping malls that offer a range of products. One can get a flight to Kolkata to visit many of the festivals it hosts throughout the year of which the Durga Puja is renowned.

The city is well connected by air to all major countries and one can get great deals on cheap flight tickets to and from Kolkata. The Airport, located at a distance of 17kms from the city centre, operates daily international as well as domestic flights to and from Kolkata.

Patna, the capital city of Bihar, is situated on the banks of River Ganges. Four rivers, namely, Gandak, Ghaghara, Sone and Punpun, join the Ganges in Patna. Immensely famous for its ancient history, Patna is home to numerous holy destinations. Occupying an important place in heart of Sikhs and Buddhists all over the world, Patna receives millions of tourists each year.

Some of the must-see tourist attractions in Patna include Har Mandir Saheb, Patna Museum, Golghar, Kumhrar, Patna Zoo, Mahavir Mandir, Gandhi Maidan, Gandhi Museum, Padri ki Haveli, Vaishali Stupa and many others. Neighbouring tourist spots include places like Anga, Vujj, Mithila, and Bhojpur. People here primarily speak Hindi, Bihari, Urdu, Maghi, Mithali and English. And the best time to visit the ancient and historical Patna city is from October to February.

Patna can be reached by rail, road and air. However, the fastest ways to reach the city is via air. The Loknayak Jayaprakash Airport connects Patna with other major cities of India. Regular flights to Patna from other major cities make accessibility to the city really easy and convenient. Book your Patna air tickets with makemytrip.com to avail some fabulous discounts.