Are there two airports in Kraków?

There are two airports in the vicinity of Kraków: in Balice (Kraków Airport) and Pyrzowice (Katowice Airport). Kraków Airport in Balice (John Paul II International Airport Kraków–Balice) lies several kilometres west of the city centre.

Does Kraków have 2 airports?

Most passengers for Kraków will arrive at John Paul II International Airport (KRK). It lies 15km outside the city centre, a mere 20-minute train ride. However, some airlines still serve Katowice Airport (KTW), roughly 100km away. See our page on How To Get To Kraków for more information.

Which airport in Kraków does Ryanair use?

Ryanair has been serving Saint John Paul II International Airport Kraków–Balice (KRK) since 2005. We have contributed enormously to its growth. It has become Poland's second busiest airport with the number of customers now topping 4.2 million.

Which airport in Kraków does easyJet fly to?

easyJet flies to John Paul II International Airport, which is located 11 kms to the west of Krakow. This airport has only one passenger terminal.

Which airport does jet2 use in Kraków?

John Paul II Kraków-Balice International Airport (KRK) is the only international airport in the city. You'll find it 15 km west of Krakow's centre.

Kraków Airport to Kraków City(Poland) with all details

Why have Jet2 cancelled flights to Kraków?

Budget airline Jet2 is to suspend flights to Poland as the war in neighbouring Ukraine continues. It is understood the decision to cancel flights to Krakow between 24 March and 26 May was due to a drop in demand.

What is the main airport in Kraków called?

Kraków Airport. Kraków Airport, officially called John Paul II International Airport (KRK), is situated 11 kilometers to the west of the city, in a town called Balice. Kraków Airport increases its number of passengers every year.

Which UK airports fly to Kraków?

Various airports operate direct flights between the UK and Krakow. London Heathrow (LHR) is a popular choice, with flights by LOT and KLM. Ryanair operates non-stop flights from Birmingham (BHX), Manchester (MAN), London Gatwick (LGW), London Stansted (STN) and London Luton (LTN).

What is the cheapest month to go to Kraków?

November through March seem to be the cheapest months to book Krakow, during the low season.

How far is Krakow airport from city Centre?

The straight-line distance to the city centre is approximately 11 km. How long does it take to get to the airport from the Kraków city centre? The required time differs depending on the means of transportation and traffic congestion.

Is Ryanair still flying to Kraków?

For a full taste of the city, book your Krakow flights today on Ryanair.com.

Is Kraków a small airport?

John Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice

After the completion of the new terminal in 2005, the Balice Airport is able to service over 3,5 mln of passengers. Although it is still quite small, it's the second busiest airport in Poland (the first busiest airport is Warsaw's Frederic Chopin Airport.).

What is the closest airport to Kraków Old Town?

The nearest airport to Kraków Old Town is Krakow (KRK) Airport which is 9.6 km away.

How long is transfer from Krakow Airport to Old Town?

Bus from Krakow Airport to Old Town

Route: Bus line 902 or bus line 252. Journey Time: 31 – 38 minutes. Key Point: After departing nearby Krakow Airport, you will arrive at the Kraków Old Town directly.

How much is an average meal in Kraków?

A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs around 7 € per person. A three course meal at a mid-range restaurant can be around 14-18 €. Fast food is much cheaper. Krakow is famous for its zapiekanki.

How much is transfer from Krakow Airport to city centre?

Krakow airport taxi rides on average will cost around 22€ (90PLN) and take 30 minutes for the trip. There are two bus lines along with a night bus operating from the airport; the day trips take around 50 minutes while the night ride just 30 minutes to the centre of the city. All one way tickets cost 1€ (4PLN).

Where not to stay in Krakow?

Well, most areas of Krakow are kinda okay, if u live in the city centre, you will be okay, just avoid aread like Nowa Huta or Podgorza, since they are quite dodgy. If you are living outside the centre, Bronowice or Krowodza are nice areas with easy access to the city centre by tram or bike.

What is the wettest month in Krakow?

Statistically, July is one of the wettest months in Krakow (along with June). That is, in terms of the amount of rain that falls overall during the month.

Is it better to stay in Krakow Old Town or city Centre?

Many of our recommendations for the best places to stay in Kraków can be found in the Old Town, and because of this city's small footprint, you can walk to most of Kraków's main sights from here.

Is Krakow cheap in pounds?

I think if you set yourself a budget of £200, you can have an incredible 2-3 day trip to Krakow. Most people will be splitting the cost of a hotel room and taxis, so you could probably even do it on a £100 budget!

How many days do you need in Krakow?

How Much Time Should You Spend in Krakow? 3 days in Krakow is the perfect amount of time to tour Wawel Castle, visit the top sights in the Old Town, get a history lesson in Kazimierz, and day trip to Auschwitz-Birkenau. If you have less than 3 days in Krakow, you can do this same itinerary, with some modifications.

Is there a train from Krakow airport to city Centre?

The Krakow airport train travels directly between Krakow airport and Rynek Glowny (Kraków main station). You should get off at this station regardless of where you're staying. The centre of Kraków is only small and unless you're staying particularly far away, this will be the closest station.

How long does it take to get through the airport security in Kraków?

It is recommended that passengers clear Customs, Immigration and Security Screening one hour prior to the flight departure time.

How much is the train from Kraków Airport to city Centre?

An adult ticket from Krakow Airport to Kraków Główny is 9zł (£1.87) and to the Wieliczka Salt Mine is 12.50zł (£2.60). Do not put your tickets away as they will be checked by a conductor once the train is on the move. Kraków Główny is the fifth stop and the journey time is approximately twenty minutes.