Flying from Kuala Lumpur to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK): What you need to know
There are a couple of airports you can take off from in Kuala Lumpur. Check out your options departing from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) or Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) when planning your flight from Kuala Lumpur to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK).
J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice is located in Krakow. The city operates on the UTC+1 timezone and is seven hours behind Kuala Lumpur.
To ensure you get on your flight from Kuala Lumpur to KRK, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow some extra breathing space. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
We make it easy to book cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to KRK with a stopover. To explore all your options departing from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between KUL and KRK include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
KUL is about 64 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Kuala Lumpur International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
When it comes to Kuala Lumpur International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 58.65% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
With public transport, you can travel from central Kuala Lumpur to SZB in about 1 hour 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 24 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 25 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Kuala Lumpur to KRK flight? Check in to a hotel near Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport before your holiday officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 67.97%.
About J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK)
Book a hotel near KRK if you're catching a late flight from Kuala Lumpur to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice. Choose one of these options and call it a night faster:
Pick up a J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice rental car and discover Krakow and beyond with your own wheels. Flex To Go, Wheego and kaizen rent are top providers to choose from here.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle around one week in advance of your Kuala Lumpur to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice flight.
Getting from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK) to central Krakow
J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice is around 29 kilometres from central Krakow. It takes around 35 minutes or so to drive to the city.
It typically takes 1 hour 35 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Kuala Lumpur to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice is $639. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $922. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Kuala Lumpur to KRK. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when searching for your Kuala Lumpur to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice ticket.
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The best time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK)
Picture the kind of break you want when planning your trip dates. April is the quietest month to visit Krakow. August is when most people book flights from Kuala Lumpur to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK), which may be ideal if you're after more action.
The warmest month in Krakow is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your Kuala Lumpur to KRK flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has temperatures of between -9ºC and 4ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Kuala Lumpur to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Krakow
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Krakow right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Kuala Lumpur to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to start. Rynek Glowny, Historic Old Town and St. Mary's Basilica are leading attractions which should be on any good Krakow itinerary.
Explore more of Poland
Warsaw is just one of the many cities in Poland waiting to be explored after you've seen Krakow. Around 257 kilometres away to the north, check out popular attractions including The Royal Castle in Warsaw, Monument of the Warsaw Uprising and Museum of Modern Art.
Around 193 kilometres north of Krakow, Lodz is another essential stop in Poland. Start your sightseeing at Mural Atlas, Łódź Mural and Great Synagogue Memorial.