Travelling from Krakow Airport (KRK) to Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Krakow Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport.
Tel Aviv is one hour ahead of Krakow and follows the UTC+2 timezone.
Flights from KRK to TLV start from 00:05 — the first with LOT - Polish Airlines. The latest departure is at 23:20 with El Al. Overall, you can take your pick of 17 weekly Krakow Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your KRK to TLV flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like September. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
With direct flights from Krakow Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport available through a range of airlines, flying to Tel Aviv (and then other corners of Israel) is a breeze. You can travel nonstop with:
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Wizz Air.
Wizz Air is the most punctual carrier that operates KRK to TLV flights. A reliable 93.02% of its services on this route land on time.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Krakow Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between KRK and TLV:
Athens International Airport
Larnaca Airport
Crete Heraklion Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Krakow Airport (KRK) to Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV)
$109 is the lowest price for a one-way Krakow Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport flight. A return flight starts at $220. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
To get cheap tickets from KRK to TLV, reserve your trip five months before your departure.
October is the cheapest month for flights from Krakow Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport. If you'd like to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from KRK to TLV.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Krakow Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport.
Handy information about Krakow Airport (KRK)
Of all flights leaving Krakow Airport, 71% land on schedule at their destination.
To reach Krakow Airport from central Krakow, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 20 minutes.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near KRK. Whether you have an early flight from Krakow Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV)
Consider staying in a hotel near TLV if you're catching a late Krakow Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a Ben Gurion Intl Airport rental car and explore Tel Aviv and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, Budget and Alamo are well-known companies to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Ben Gurion Intl Airport about three weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV) to central Tel Aviv
From Ben Gurion Intl Airport, Tel Aviv is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes roughly 25 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV)
August is the busiest month for flights from Krakow Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Tel Aviv in March.
The warmest month in Tel Aviv is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 32ºC. Book your flights from Krakow Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from KRK to TLV in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 10ºC and 19ºC on average.
Explore more of Israel
Jerusalem is just one of the many cities in Israel waiting to be discovered once you've seen Tel Aviv. Around 56 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Old City of Jerusalem, Church of the Holy Sepulchre and Eastern Wall.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of Israel, head for Haifa, roughly 80 kilometres north of Tel Aviv. Bahai Gardens, Bahá'í World Centre and Bahá’í Gardens Haifa (Bahá’í Holy Place) are the start of reasons to visit.