Travelling from Chicago to Krakow John Paul II International Airport (KRK): What you need to know
Planning your getaway starts with figuring out where you'll leave from in Chicago. Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is the city's main base, so explore your options for booking a flight from Chicago to Krakow John Paul II International Airport (KRK) jetting off from here.
Expect to be travelling for 9 hours 20 minutes. That's the average time for a direct Chicago to Krakow John Paul II International Airport flight.
Krakow John Paul II International Airport is located in Krakow. The city follows the UTC+1 timezone and is seven hours ahead of Chicago.
The most popular route is from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Krakow John Paul II International Airport (KRK). Choose from 3 direct services every week. LOT - Polish Airlines operates a 4:55pm departure between ORD and KRK.
To ensure you get on your flight from Chicago to KRK, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Busy periods (like Christmas and New Year) can easily add another hour at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Chicago to Krakow John Paul II International Airport (KRK) depart from this terminal.
LOT - Polish Airlines is a popular carrier that operates direct flights from Chicago to Krakow John Paul II International Airport taking off from ORD.
The majority of travellers prefer to book seats with LOT between ORD and KRK.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrival rate on this route is LOT.
We make it easy to find cheap flights from Chicago to KRK with a stopover. To explore the options leaving from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between ORD and KRK include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)
Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW)
ORD is about 27 kms (17 miles) from central Chicago. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 45 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near Chicago O'Hare International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Chicago to Krakow John Paul II International Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Of all flights departing from Chicago O'Hare International Airport, 70% land on time at their destination.
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
MDW is about 16 kms (10 miles) from central Chicago. It'll take you 25 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 30 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Chicago to KRK flight, stay in one of these hotels near Chicago Midway International Airport:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 76%.
The address for MDW is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
RFD is around 145 kms (90 miles) from central Chicago. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour 40 minutes. If you're thinking about using public transport, you can expect a journey of around 2 hours.
Make catching an early Chicago to Krakow John Paul II International Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Book a room at one of these hotels near Chicago Rockford International Airport and get to your departure gate with plenty of time to spare:
The on-time performance record of RFD is 71%. To put it simply, that's how often flights from this airport arrive within the expected time frame.
Chicago Rockford International Airport is located at 2 Airport Cir.
About Krakow John Paul II International Airport (KRK)
If you have a late flight from Chicago to Krakow John Paul II International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near KRK:
Booking your vehicle around one week in advance of your Chicago to Krakow John Paul II International Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from Krakow John Paul II International Airport (KRK) to central Krakow
Central Krakow is around 11 kms (7 miles) from Krakow John Paul II International Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for making the trip into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
It'll take around 20 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Krakow John Paul II International Airport (KRK)
At the moment, £181 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Krakow John Paul II International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is £352. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book six months before you want to travel. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Chicago to KRK.
The best month for picking up cheap Chicago to Krakow John Paul II International Airport tickets is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Krakow John Paul II International Airport (KRK)
Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding the best time to fly. December is the quietest month to visit Krakow. September is when most people book flights from Chicago to Krakow John Paul II International Airport (KRK), which may be ideal if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
The warmest month in Krakow is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 29ºC. Book your Chicago to KRK plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has temperatures of between -9ºC and 4ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Chicago to Krakow John Paul II International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Krakow
Start your Krakow trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Chicago to Krakow John Paul II International Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
Rynek Glowny and Historic Old Town are just a couple of the big attractions to add to your Krakow travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to St. Mary's Basilica.
Explore more of Poland
You've seen Krakow, now it's time to explore more of Poland. Travel about 257 kms (160 miles) north to Warsaw to check off its top sights. From The Royal Castle in Warsaw to Warsaw Uprising Monument and Museum of Modern Art, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you want to check out another great destination in Poland, head for Lodz, about 193 kms (120 miles) north of Krakow. Mural Atlas, Łódź Mural and Great Synagogue Memorial are among the biggest draws.