Flying from Brussels to Krakow John Paul II International Airport (KRK): What you need to know
Brussels is home to two main airports where you can kick off your trip. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Brussels to Krakow John Paul II International Airport (KRK) taking off from Brussels Airport (BRU) or Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL).
Book a direct Brussels to Krakow John Paul II International Airport flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours.
Krakow's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Brussels. Krakow John Paul II International Airport is located in Krakow.
The busiest route is from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Krakow John Paul II International Airport (KRK). You can choose from 3 direct services each week. Brussels Airlines operates a 9:35am departure between BRU and KRK.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Brussels 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.
Travelling during a peak time such as September? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Fly without interruptions from Brussels Airport (BRU). Direct flights from Brussels to Krakow John Paul II International Airport (KRK) are available from here.
You can get away on a direct flight from Brussels to Krakow John Paul II International Airport with Brussels Airlines. This top airline operates departures from BRU.
Brussels Airlines sees the most traveller bookings for flights from BRU to KRK.
With 71.43% of services landing on schedule, Brussels Airlines is the highest-rated carrier for punctuality on this route.
BRU is around 13 kilometres from central Brussels. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 20 minutes.
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75% of flights departing from Brussels Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Consider beginning your travels from Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL). You can book a direct Brussels to Krakow John Paul II International Airport (KRK) plane ticket from this hub.
Take a direct flight from Brussels to KRK with Ryanair. This is one of the leading carriers that operates this route out of CRL.
On the CRL to KRK route, Ryanair is the preferred choice for many passengers.
With 68.89% of its services arriving as scheduled, Ryanair is the most punctual carrier flying between Brussels South Charleroi Airport and Krakow John Paul II International Airport.
You can reach CRL from the centre of Brussels in about 55 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Brussels to KRK flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Brussels South Charleroi Airport:
78% of flights out of Brussels South Charleroi Airport arrive according to schedule.
About Krakow John Paul II International Airport (KRK)
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Getting from Krakow John Paul II International Airport (KRK) to central Krakow
From Krakow John Paul II International Airport, central Krakow is around 11 kilometres away. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels to Krakow John Paul II International Airport (KRK)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Brussels to Krakow John Paul II International Airport is $37. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $76. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
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The best time to fly from Brussels to Krakow John Paul II International Airport (KRK)
September is the most popular month for flights from Brussels to Krakow John Paul II International Airport (KRK). Plan your visit to Krakow in December for a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Krakow is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 29ºC. Book your Brussels to KRK plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Search for cheap tickets from Brussels to Krakow John Paul II International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -9ºC and 4ºC.
More about Krakow
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Krakow right here. Explore these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Brussels to Krakow John Paul II International Airport:
You'll find plenty of terrific things to do in Krakow when you're ready to see the sights. Kick off your exploring at Rynek Glowny followed by Historic Old Town and St. Mary's Basilica.
Explore more of Poland
Warsaw is just one of the many places in Poland waiting to be explored after you've seen Krakow. Around 257 kilometres away to the north, its best attractions include The Royal Castle in Warsaw, Warsaw Uprising Monument and Museum of Modern Art.
Around 193 kilometres north of Krakow, Lodz is another favourite stop in Poland. No visit is complete without checking out Mural Atlas, Łódź Mural and Great Synagogue Memorial.