Travelling from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK) to Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice to Frederic Chopin Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 50 minutes.
Warsaw's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Krakow.
Flights from KRK to WAW start at 05:40 — the earliest with LOT - Polish Airlines. The latest departure is at 21:30 with LOT - Polish Airlines. In total, you can choose from 57 weekly J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice to Frederic Chopin Airport flights.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your KRK to WAW flight.
Travelling during a peak time like August? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
LOT - Polish Airlines offers direct flights from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice to Frederic Chopin Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Warsaw — and maybe even more of Poland if time allows.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is LOT - Polish Airlines.
LOT - Polish Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering KRK to WAW flights, with 75.83% of its services landing on time.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice to Frederic Chopin Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between KRK and WAW include:
Vienna International Airport
Vilnius International Airport
Copenhagen Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK) to Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice to Frederic Chopin Airport flight is R 832. A return ticket right now is R 1,227. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To get cheap tickets from KRK to WAW, reserve your trip six months before your departure.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice to Frederic Chopin Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from KRK to WAW.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice to Frederic Chopin Airport.
Handy information about J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK)
60.59% of flights that leave from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice land at their destination on time.
Central Krakow to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice is approximately 29 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The journey on public transport usually takes 1 hour 35 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to KRK? If you're catching an early flight from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice to Frederic Chopin Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
Consider staying in a hotel close to WAW if you're on a late J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice to Frederic Chopin Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Follow your own route with a Frederic Chopin Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Wheego, Flex To Go or kaizen rent and chase adventure across Warsaw and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Frederic Chopin Airport around one week in advance.
Getting from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) to central Warsaw
Frederic Chopin Airport to central Warsaw has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
Travelling on public transport takes about 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
The quietest month for a flight from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice to Frederic Chopin Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Warsaw based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Warsaw is July, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your flights from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice to Frederic Chopin Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from KRK to WAW in January. Temperatures average between -10ºC (14ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) then.
Explore more of Poland
Warsaw has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Poland just waiting to be discovered. About 121 kilometres south-west of Warsaw, a trip to Lodz will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Piotrkowska Street, Museum of the Factory and Herbst Palace Museum. Branch Museum of Art.
Krakow is another well-known destination in Poland and is around 257 kilometres south of Warsaw. No journey is complete without dropping by St. Mary's Basilica, Planty Park and 100 oak park.
