John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice (KRK) KRK: Departure times and transfers

Flying from/to John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice

Get straight from John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice to the city centre without dither—booking your ticket in advance means you can zoom through the airport and be on your way to the city. We, at Omio, have collected information on the facilities that you have after landing, and the main places worth stopping at in the city centre to make planning your trip easier.

Travel from Krakow city center to John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice

Krakow is a Polish city located in the southern part of the country near the border of the Czech Republic. This old town is a declared UNESCO World Heritage site. The city has one major international airport that serves it, the John Paul II Kraków-Balice International Airport. It is located 6.8 miles (11 kilometers) west of the city center of Krakow. Various transport options connect the city center to John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice and they include train service, transfer by bus, taxi, or car rentals. The journey time to the airport will depend on the choice of transportation to the airport.

What is the best way to get to the airport from the city center?

The best way of reaching John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice from the city center is by train. The train is considered an easy option because it combines both speed and affordable fares. The Krakow Airport train station is located near the passenger's terminal at the back of the multi-story car park. Passengers don't have to worry about purchasing tickets in advance because the trains are equipped with ticket machines. The journey from the city center to the airport is around 20 minutes. Passengers boarding with luggage won't be charged for their luggage on board.

How far is it from the city center to the airport?

The distance between John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice and Krakow city center is almost seven miles (11 kilometers). There are two day buses that serve the airport from the city center as well as a one night bus. The two day buses that passengers can board are bus lines 208 and 252. The 208 departs every hour to the airport, and it is located at Dworzec Główny Wschód, which is the central station of Krakow. The 252 is available every 30 minutes, and its station is at ICE Congress center south of the city center. For passengers planning to take the night bus for a late-night trip, the route to the airport changes between stops Uniwersytet Jagielloński and Starowiślna. The average traveling time by a bus ride to the airport is around 45 minutes. Passengers opting for a taxi can choose Krakow Airport Taxi, the official taxi service to the airport. Travel time by taxi might take close to 25 minutes.

What facilities are there at the airport?

The airport has a selection of facilities. Passengers can access ticket offices on the ground level in the public hall of the terminal. The information desk is found in the central part of the passengers' terminal. It has a phone information desk available with a telephone number (+ 48 012) 285 51 20. Restrooms are located at various points of the terminal. A post office is located in the public area of the terminal and operates from Monday to Friday. ATMs are located in the terminal. Restaurants and cafes are found in the terminal, including an Italian restaurant and a cocktail lounge

How accessible is the route for people with limited mobility?

The airport is equipped with facilities to help disabled passengers move around the airport with ease. Persons with disabilities should inform the airport's information desk of their special needs 48 hours before their arrival. Restrooms and elevators at the airport have been designed to meet the needs of people with disabilities. An escalator accompanies the passenger terminal at the airport with profiled access routes for wheelchairs available around the terminal and the parking lots. Also, there are professionals and well-trained personnel available to offer further assistance to anyone who needs some extra help. 

Local tips: how to travel to the airport like a local

A thing to note for passengers traveling by train is that the timetable of the railway is currently fixed on the route to and from Krakow airport. Passengers are advised to check the scheduled time on the official railway website (malopolskiekoleje.pl). Passengers can also download travel apps to help them choose the best mode of transit they prefer as well as acquaint themselves with the relevant information they need. For those traveling in a group, minibuses are available for rent to transport them around the city and to the airport.