Travelling from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.
The timezone in Athens is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Krakow.
Flights from KRK to ATH start at 07:30 — the earliest with Ryanair. The last departure is at 18:40 with Aegean Airlines. Overall, there are four weekly J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flights.
Your KRK to ATH flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Flying into Athens (and then seeing more of Greece!) is a cinch with Aegean Airlines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.
Most passengers choose to travel with Aegean Airlines on this route.
Among carriers operating KRK to ATH flights, Aegean Airlines leads the way for on-time arrivals.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. These are the top stopovers between KRK and ATH:
Thessaloniki International Airport
Vienna International Airport
Santorini International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
25 € is the best price for a one-way J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight. Return flights start from 86 €. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
Get cheap tickets from KRK to ATH by booking nine months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK)
When it comes to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice's on-time performance, data shows 60.59% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To get to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice from central Krakow, it takes about 35 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 29 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport typically takes 1 hour 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near KRK:
Arriving at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Consider staying in a hotel close to ATH if you're taking a late J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Hit the road running by picking up an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Centauro, Green Motion or Surprice and explore beyond Athens's main sights.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport around three weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to the centre of Athens has a drive time of about 35 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
When to fly to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Athens. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
When booking your flight from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Athens, with the temperature ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from KRK to ATH in January. Average temperatures are between 4ºC (39ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) then.
Explore more of Greece
Thessaloniki is just one of the many cities in Greece waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Athens. Around 306 kilometres away to the north, well-known attractions include Arch of Galerius, Aristotelous Square and Museum of Byzantine Culture.
Around 209 kilometres north-west of Athens, Larisa is another favourite stop in Greece. Experience major highlights starting with Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre.