Cardiff CWL to Kraków KRK Flights

Kraków is within the Schengen Area. Passport and visa requirements depend on your nationality. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.

There is a time difference of 1 h between Cardiff and Kraków all year round.

The best events to attend in Kraków include:

• Kraków Film Festival, one of the oldest film festivals in Europe showcasing documentary, animated, and short films
• Wianki - The Kraków Vistula Bouquets, a midsummer festival featuring live music and the tradition of floating flower wreaths on the river
• Christmas Market, a festive market in the Main Square offering local crafts, food, and holiday cheer
• Jewish Culture Festival, celebrating Jewish heritage with concerts, workshops, and film screenings throughout the city.

The best holidays to experience in Kraków include:

• Easter, beautiful spring weather and traditional celebrations
• All Saints' Day, a time for reflection with stunning candlelit cemeteries
• Independence Day, national pride and various cultural events
• Labour Day, pleasant weather and local festivities.

The best seasons to visit Kraków are Spring, Summer or Fall. The best weather to explore Kraków is during May-June or September-October.

For international flights we recommend to arrive 2.5 to 3 hours before departure. Please check the website of your departure airport if in doubt. Some airports may offer booking time slots for security checks or offer additional information on when to get there based on time of day.

Most airlines permit carry-on bags that fit within specific dimensions (e. G. 22 x 14 x 9 inches or 56 x 36 x 23 cm), including handles and wheels. Bags must fit in the overhead bin or under the seat in front of you.

Many airlines impose weight limits, commonly ranging between 7 kg (15 lbs) and 12 kg (26 lbs).
Typically, passengers are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item (for example a purse, laptop bag, or backpack). Personal items must fit under the seat in front of you.
Budget Airlines (like Ryanair or Wizz Air) have stricter size and weight limits, often requiring fees for larger carry-ons. Full-Service Airlines have more lenient policies, sometimes including more spacious dimensions or higher weight limits depending on your ticket class.

The list of items prohibited on an airplane varies by country and airline, but in general, the following items are not allowed in carry-on or checked baggage: Weapons and self-defence items, sharp objects, flammable materials, explosives, toxic substances, or liquids over 100ml (except for medications and baby essentials). In checked baggage, firearms (without authorization), explosives, large lithium batteries, and hazardous chemicals are prohibited. Electronic cigarettes must be in carry-on bags, while alcohol and dry ice have restrictions. Always check with your airline for specific regulations.