Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Krakow Airport (KRK): what you need to know
The timezone in Krakow is UTC+1, which is nine hours ahead of San Francisco.
To ensure you catch your SFO to KRK flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Krakow Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between SFO and KRK:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Munich Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Krakow Airport (KRK)
Currently, $598 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Krakow Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $855. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from SFO to KRK, book early. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from San Francisco International Airport to Krakow Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across each month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Of all flights departing from San Francisco International Airport, 78% land on time at their destination.
San Francisco International Airport is around 21 kilometres from central San Francisco. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Krakow Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to SFO:
Arriving at Krakow Airport (KRK)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late San Francisco International Airport to Krakow Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near KRK instead:
Pick up a Krakow Airport rental car and discover Krakow and beyond with your own wheels. Flex To Go, Wheego and kaizen rent are leading providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Krakow Airport about one week in advance of your trip.
When to fly to Krakow Airport (KRK)
September is the most popular month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Krakow Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Krakow in March.
Book your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Krakow Airport for August if you want to explore Krakow during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC and 29ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SFO to KRK in January. Average temperatures are between -9ºC and 4ºC then.
Explore more of Poland
You've seen Krakow, now it's time to explore other parts of Poland. Travel about 257 kilometres north to Warsaw to check off its leading sights. From The Royal Castle in Warsaw to Warsaw Uprising Monument and Museum of Modern Art, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in Poland, head for Lodz, roughly 193 kilometres north of Krakow. Mural Atlas, Łódź Mural and Great Synagogue Memorial are the start of reasons to visit.