Medium airport · Patna, India
Jay Prakash Narayan Airport
Named after the independence activist and political leader Jayprakash Narayan, it is the 20th-busiest airport in India. Its IATA code is PAT. Its ICAO code is VEPT. It has 1 runway, longest 6,410 ft (ASP). Elevation 170 ft.
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Airport facts
| Location | Patna, India |
|---|---|
| IATA code | PAT |
| ICAO code | VEPT |
| Type | Medium airport |
| Runways | 1 runway, longest 6,410 ft (ASP) |
| Elevation | 170 ft |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
| Coordinates | 25.5913° N, 85.0880° E |
Every fact above is taken from the sources listed below; anything no source states is left blank rather than guessed.
What Jay Prakash Narayan Airport is known for
Named after the independence activist and political leader Jayprakash Narayan, it is the 20th-busiest airport in India.
History
To cater to burgeoning demand, the Airports Authority of India (AAI) initiated a project to expand and modernise the airport infrastructure, including the construction of a new two-level passenger terminal, which was inaugurated on 29 May 2025.
Official website: http://airportsindia.org.in/allAirports/patna_techinfo.jsp — the airport's own site has the current flight and visiting information.
National parks near this airport
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- Valmiki National Park · India · 116.3 miles away
- Betla National Park · India · 130.5 miles away
- Parsa National Park · Nepal · 137.7 miles away
- Chitwan National Park · Nepal · 139.9 miles away
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Frequently asked questions
What is Jay Prakash Narayan Airport?
Named after the independence activist and political leader Jayprakash Narayan, it is the 20th-busiest airport in India.
What is the airport code for Jay Prakash Narayan Airport?
Jay Prakash Narayan Airport — its IATA code is PAT and its ICAO code is VEPT.
Where is Jay Prakash Narayan Airport located?
Jay Prakash Narayan Airport serves Patna, India. Its coordinates are 25.5913° N, 85.0880° E.
What is the history of Jay Prakash Narayan Airport?
To cater to burgeoning demand, the Airports Authority of India (AAI) initiated a project to expand and modernise the airport infrastructure, including the construction of a new two-level passenger terminal, which was inaugurated on 29 May 2025.
Sources
- https://davidmegginson.github.io/ourairports-data/airports.csv#26517
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jay_Prakash_Narayan_Airport
Page last updated 13 November 2026.