Travelling from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK): what you need to know
Krakow is six hours ahead of Birmingham and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your BHM to KRK flight.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
If you'd love to explore a different city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice, deselect 'Direct flights only.' O'Hare International Airport is a sought-after stop between BHM and KRK.
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK)
277 € is the lowest price for a one-way Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice flight. Return flights start from 722 €. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
To find cheap tickets from BHM to KRK, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices throughout the month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM)
You'll find BHM at 5900 Airport Highway.
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 80.37% of flights that depart BHM arrive at their destination as scheduled.
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport is around 10 kilometres from central Birmingham. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Looking for a handy hotel close to BHM? If you've booked an early flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice flight. Book one of these accommodation options near KRK instead:
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Booking your ride from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice about one week in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK) to central Krakow
From J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice, Krakow is approximately 29 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling by public transport takes around 1 hour 35 minutes.
When to fly to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK)
The quietest month for a flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice is April, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Krakow based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice for August if you'd like to explore Krakow during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from BHM to KRK in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -9ºC (16ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) on average.
Explore more of Poland
Warsaw is just one of the many places in Poland waiting to be explored once you've seen Krakow. Around 257 kilometres away to the north, its top attractions include Warsaw Royal Castle Gardens, The Royal Castle in Warsaw and Palace of Culture and Science.
Lodz is another essential stop in Poland and is around 193 kilometres north of Krakow. No trip is complete without visiting Piotrkowska Street, Museum of the Factory and Herbst Palace Museum. Branch Museum of Art.