Cheap Flights from Newcastle to Krakow

This information is correct as of February 2016

Airlines flying from Newcastle to Krakow

Direct flights from Newcastle to Krakow, Poland are operated by Jet2.

Terminal Information

Newcastle International Airport

Newcastle International Airport has just one terminal, passengers travelling on flights to Krakow should arrive at the airport at least two hours before the flight is due to depart. Jet2 check-in options include check-in desks at the airport which close 40 minutes before the flight, or online check-in which is available between 24 and 5 hours before the flight. If you check in online you will need to print your boarding pass and take any hold luggage to the bag drop points.

In the departures lounge at Newcastle International Airport you will find places to eat which include Upper Crust, Bar 11, The Beer House, Greggs and Burger King. If you fancy a spot of shopping before your flight you will have Accessorize, JD Sports, Boots, a duty free shop and WHSmith. The Aerospa offers express pre-flight beauty treatments.

If you wish to upgrade there is an Aspire Premium Lounge from £19.99 per person. You will enjoy complimentary food and drinks and games areas, ideal for those travelling with children.

45 minutes of free Wi-Fi access is on offer at Newcastle Airport

Krakow Airport

Krakow Airport, also known as John Paul II International Airport Kraków–Balice is 11km away from Krakow city centre near the village of Balice. There is one main terminal building at the airport. The Arrivals Hall is your base for onward travel into Krakow with a choice of trains, buses, car hire or taxi. Car hire companies are located in the car park, Avis, Dollar and Budget are available.

Trains depart from Krakow-Balice Airport Railway Station, a short walk from the terminal building behind the car parks. A train from the airport to Krakow will take around 20 minutes and a single ticket is 8PLN (approximately £1.40) which you can purchase on the train or from the ticket machines at the station. This is the quickest route into Krakow.

Buses from Krakow Airport depart every 20 minutes from outside of the terminal to the bus station and train station in the city centre. Single tickets cost 4PLN. 

What to expect in Krakow

Krakow is one of Poland’s most important cities, especially when it comes to arts, history and culture and this can be discovered during a trip to the city in the many theatres, museums and galleries.

Poland is part of the EU but not part of the single currency, therefore the currency of Poland is the Polish Zloty. Krakow is significantly cheaper than Newcastle upon Tyne and as a result its an ideal city break destination on a budget. Dining out can be 65% cheaper with meals for two costing 100zl and coffee or beers around 7zl.

Krakow, Poland is one hour ahead of Newcastle, UK.