Traveling from Paris to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK): What you need to know
You can choose from multiple airports when planning your flight from Paris to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK). Explore your options for flying out of Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Paris Orly Airport (ORY) and Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA).
Jump on a direct Paris to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 15 minutes.
J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice is located in Krakow. The city's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Paris.
The most popular route is from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK), with 12 direct services every week. If you're looking to take off without delay, the earliest flight from CDG to KRK is the 6:10am easyJet option. If you need some extra time before takeoff, the last departure is at 6:20pm with easyJet.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Paris to KRK. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself even more 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 Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
You can find a direct flight from Paris to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK) leaving from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG).
easyJet is a popular airline that offers direct flights from Paris to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice leaving from CDG.
easyJet is the most frequently booked airline offering flights from CDG to KRK.
The carrier with the best on-time arrival rate on this route is Air France.
CDG is around 27 kilometers from central Paris. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 15 minutes.
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When it comes to Charles de Gaulle Airport's on-time performance, 61.46% of flights complete their journey on time.
You'll find CDG at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
You can book a direct Paris to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK) plane ticket with departures from Paris Orly Airport (ORY). Figure out if flying from ORY works better for your plans.
From ORY, direct flights from Paris to KRK are available with LOT - Polish Airlines.
On the ORY to KRK route, LOT - Polish Airlines is the preferred choice for many passengers.
You can get to ORY from central Paris in approximately 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 55 minutes to cover the 19 kilometers or so.
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Paris Orly Airport has an on-time performance rate of 75.56%. This figure reflects how frequently flights that leave from this airport land on schedule.
The address for ORY is 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
Get straight to the good part and take a direct flight from Paris to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice leaving from Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA).
Ryanair is one reputable carrier that offers direct Paris to KRK plane tickets from BVA.
Ryanair sees the most traveler bookings for flights from BVA to KRK.
The carrier with the best on-time arrival rate on this route is Ryanair.
From central Paris, BVA is around 88 kilometers away. It takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to reach the airport by car and 2 hours 20 minutes or so if you use public transport.
Make catching an early Paris to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Book a room at one of these accommodation options near Beauvais-Tille Airport and get to the check-in counter without rushing:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights land within the expected time frame. At BVA, that rate is 66.39%.
You'll find Beauvais-Tille Airport at Tille 60000, Beauvais.
About J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK)
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For the best deal, book your vehicle around one week ahead of your Paris to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice flight.
Getting from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK) to central Krakow
From J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice, central Krakow is around 29 kilometers away. It takes about 35 minutes to reach the city center by car.
When traveling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Paris to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Paris to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice is $20. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $46. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
To snag cheap flights from Paris to KRK, book your plane ticket four months ahead of your departure date.
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The best time to fly from Paris to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Paris to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK). August is the busiest month to visit Krakow. If you prefer a quieter vibe, head there in April.
Book a Paris to KRK plane ticket departing in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Krakow to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Paris to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice in January when temperatures are between -9ºC (16ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF).
More about Krakow
Start your Krakow trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Paris to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Rynek Glowny and Historic Old Town are just the start of the leading attractions to add to your Krakow must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at St. Mary's Basilica.
Explore more of Poland
Warsaw is just one of the many cities in Poland waiting to be explored after you've experienced Krakow. Around 257 kilometers away to the north, top sights here include The Royal Castle in Warsaw, Monument of the Warsaw Uprising and Museum of Modern Art.
Lodz is another sought-after destination in Poland and is around 193 kilometers north of Krakow. No journey is complete without seeing Mural Atlas, Łódź Mural and Great Synagogue Memorial.