Travelling from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Krakow Airport (KRK): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Birmingham Airport to Krakow Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 30 minutes.
Krakow is one hour ahead of Birmingham and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
Each week, there are 12 Birmingham Airport to Krakow Airport flights. If you want to get going as early as possible, go for the 07:00 easyJet flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 20:30 with Ryanair.
Leave enough time to catch your BHX to KRK flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
A number of airlines offer direct flights from Birmingham Airport to Krakow Airport, so getting to Krakow (and then visiting more of Poland!) is easy. Leading carriers that fly nonstop include:
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Ryanair.
With a dependable 88.24% of services landing on schedule, Jet2 is the most punctual carrier offering BHX to KRK flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Birmingham Airport to Krakow Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between BHX and KRK:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Munich Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Krakow Airport (KRK)
£18 is the lowest price for a one-way Birmingham Airport to Krakow Airport flight. Return flights start at £36. These fares may change based on availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from BHX to KRK, book your trip 11 months ahead of your departure date.
Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Birmingham Airport to Krakow Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from BHX to KRK.
Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Birmingham Airport to Krakow Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Birmingham Airport (BHX)
Of all flights leaving Birmingham Airport, 72% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Birmingham to Birmingham Airport is approximately 14 kms (9 miles). Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
Expect a journey time of around 25 minutes when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from Birmingham Airport to Krakow Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near BHX:
Arriving at Krakow Airport (KRK)
If you're landing on a late Birmingham Airport to Krakow Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near KRK:
Grab a Krakow Airport rental car and explore Krakow and beyond with your own set of wheels. Flex To Go, Wheego and kaizen rent are popular providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Krakow Airport about one week ahead of your trip.
When to fly to Krakow Airport (KRK)
The quietest month for a flight from Birmingham Airport to Krakow Airport is March, while September is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Krakow based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Before locking in your flight from Birmingham Airport to Krakow Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Krakow, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC to 29ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BHX to KRK in January. Average temperatures are between -9ºC and 4ºC then.
Explore more of Poland
Krakow has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Poland waiting to be discovered. Around 257 kms (160 miles) north of Krakow, a trip to Warsaw will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like The Royal Castle in Warsaw, Warsaw Uprising Monument and Museum of Modern Art.
Lodz is another favourite destination in Poland and is around 193 kms (120 miles) north of Krakow. No trip is complete without experiencing Mural Atlas, Łódź Mural and Great Synagogue Memorial.