Travelling from Cologne Airport (CGN) to Krakow Airport (KRK): what you need to know
Krakow's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Cologne.
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 CGN to KRK flight.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Cologne Airport to Krakow Airport. Here are the top stopovers between CGN and KRK:
Munich Airport
Copenhagen Airport
Vienna Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cologne Airport (CGN) to Krakow Airport (KRK)
£36 is the best price for a one-way Cologne Airport to Krakow Airport flight. Return flights start at £81. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from CGN to KRK if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across the month when looking for a flight from Cologne Airport to Krakow Airport.
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Handy information about Cologne Airport (CGN)
74% of flights leaving from Cologne Airport reach their destination on time.
Cologne Airport is about 14 kms (9 miles) from central Cologne. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 20 minutes.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near CGN. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Cologne Airport to Krakow Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Krakow Airport (KRK)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Cologne Airport to Krakow Airport flight. Stay at 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 popular providers you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Krakow Airport around one week before your trip.
When to fly to Krakow Airport (KRK)
September is the most popular month for flights from Cologne Airport to Krakow Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Krakow in March.
The warmest month in Krakow is August, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your flights from Cologne Airport to Krakow Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between -9ºC and 4ºC. Search for cheap tickets from CGN to KRK sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Poland
Krakow is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Poland you should also see. Around 257 kms (160 miles) north of Krakow, a trip to Warsaw will keep your itinerary busy. Start with 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 seeing Mural Atlas, Łódź Mural and Great Synagogue Memorial.