Travelling from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK) to Esenboga International Airport (ESB): what you need to know
2 hours 22 minutes is the average length of a direct flight from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice to Esenboga International Airport. Ankara is 2 hours ahead of Krakow and is in the UTC+3 timezone.
Choose from 3 weekly flights from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice to Esenboga International Airport. The 11:40 departure with Pegasus is the earliest you can take between KRK and ESB. Pegasus operates the last service of the day at 15:40 if early mornings aren't your thing.
Travelling during a peak time such as August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Pegasus has direct flights from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice to Esenboga International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, and get ready to tick off the sights in Ankara — and maybe even more of Türkiye (Turkey) if time allows.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for flights from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice to Esenboga International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between KRK and ESB are:
Stuttgart Airport
Vienna International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
To find out whether you need a visa to enter Türkiye (Turkey), contact your carrier and the local consulate or embassy. They'll provide you with the most up-to-date information, including additional travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from KRK to ESB.
How to find the cheapest flights from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK) to Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice to Esenboga International Airport is $148. The cheapest price for a return flight is $296. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Book 9 months before you want to travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find flight tickets from KRK to ESB.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice to Esenboga International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.
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Handy information about J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK)
The journey from central Krakow to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice takes around 1 hour and 33 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 29 kilometres in 33 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want an easy start to your break? Stay near KRK. Whether you've booked an early flight from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice to Esenboga International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice to Esenboga International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ESB instead:
Getting from Esenboga International Airport (ESB) to central Ankara
Esenboga International Airport is approximately 27 kilometres from central Ankara. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 36 minutes.
Getting there on public transport will take you around 1 hour and 4 minutes.
When to fly to Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
The quietest month for a flight from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice to Esenboga International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Ankara based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice to Esenboga International Airport for August if you'd like to explore Ankara during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 14 ºC and 35 ºC.
Look for flight tickets from KRK to ESB in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -6 ºC and 9 ºC on average.
More about Ankara
If you're looking for somewhere to lay your head, you can find the best places to stay in Ankara right here. Explore these hotels once you've booked your flight from KRK to ESB:
Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park are just the start of the major attractions to put on your Ankara to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Haci Bayram Mosque (Haci Bayram Camii).
Complete your Ankara trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Esenboga International Airport, browse our low prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to find the best car rental price for your Ankara trip.