Travelling from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK) to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice to Zurich Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 45 minutes.
Krakow and Zurich share the UTC+1 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
Take your pick of 12 weekly J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice to Zurich Airport flights. The 09:25 departure with SWISS is the earliest flight available. SWISS operates the last service of the day at 19:50.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your KRK to ZRH flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
SWISS offers direct flights from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice to Zurich Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Zurich — and maybe even more of Switzerland if time allows.
SWISS has the highest passenger demand on this route.
Among carriers operating KRK to ZRH flights, SWISS leads the way for on-time arrivals.
If you want to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice to Zurich Airport. These are the top stopovers between KRK and ZRH:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Vienna International Airport
Stuttgart Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Currently, R 1,407 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice to Zurich Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 3,667. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Get cheap tickets from KRK to ZRH by booking at least seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Organise your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice to Zurich Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across every month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from KRK to ZRH by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
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Handy information about J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK)
Of all flights departing from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice, 60.59% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Krakow to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice is approximately 29 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
You can expect a trip time of around 1 hour 35 minutes when using public transport.
Need a convenient hotel close to KRK? If you're boarding an early flight from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice to Zurich Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH)
If you're arriving on a late J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice to Zurich Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these accommodation options near ZRH:
Travel at your own speed with a Zurich Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Green Motion and see more of Zurich and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Zurich Airport about two weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich
Zurich Airport to the centre of Zurich has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 35 minutes.
When to fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The quietest month for a flight from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice to Zurich Airport is January, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Zurich based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Zurich is July, with the temperature ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Lock in your flights from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice to Zurich Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from KRK to ZRH in January. Temperatures average between -6ºC (21ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.
Explore more of Switzerland
Zurich has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Switzerland waiting to be explored. Around 72 kilometres west of Zurich, a visit to Basel will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Basel Minster, Bistro Kunstmuseum Basel and Rhine River Cruises.
Bern is another essential stop in Switzerland and is around 97 kilometres south-west of Zurich. No trip is complete without a visit to Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral.