Flying from Velana International Airport (MLE) to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK): what you need to know
Krakow's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Krakow four hours behind Malé.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your MLE to KRK flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as January, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Velana International Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between MLE and KRK include:
Dubai Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Vienna International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Velana International Airport (MLE) to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK)
R 6,977 is the best price for a one-way Velana International Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice flight. Return flights start from R 12,129. These fares may change depending on demand.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MLE to KRK if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
Finding cheap flights from Velana International Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice is easy if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across each month and snap up a great deal.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from MLE to KRK.
Lock in the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Velana International Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Velana International Airport (MLE)
77.73% of flights departing from Velana International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Velana International Airport is around 5 kilometres from central Malé. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Need a convenient hotel near MLE? If you're catching an early flight from Velana International Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK)
Consider staying in a hotel close to KRK if you have a late Velana International Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Begin your adventure by picking up a J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice rental car. Grab your wheels from Flex To Go, Wheego or kaizen rent and explore beyond Krakow's usual tourist stops.
Booking your ride from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice about one week in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK) to central Krakow
J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice is roughly 29 kilometres from central Krakow. The drive time takes around 35 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 1 hour 35 minutes.
When to fly to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK)
August is the busiest month for flights from Velana International Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice. For a quieter experience, visit Krakow in April.
The warmest month in Krakow is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your flights from Velana International Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MLE to KRK in January. Average temperatures are between -9ºC (16ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) then.
Explore more of Poland
Krakow has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Poland waiting to be discovered. Around 257 kilometres north of Krakow, a visit to Warsaw will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Warsaw Royal Castle Gardens, The Royal Castle in Warsaw and Palace of Culture and Science.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in Poland, head for Lodz, about 193 kilometres north of Krakow. Piotrkowska Street, Museum of the Factory and Herbst Palace Museum. Branch Museum of Art are key reasons to visit.