Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice is 2 hours 30 minutes.
Krakow's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Krakow one hour ahead of London.
Every week, there are 16 London Gatwick Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice flights. If you prefer to get going as soon as possible, select the 06:25 easyJet flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last flight is at 20:20 with Wizz Air.
To ensure you catch your LGW to KRK flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
EasyJet is your ticket to exploring Krakow (and perhaps some other exciting corners of Poland!). Check out the direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice offered by this popular carrier.
EasyJet is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
With 65.63% of services landing on schedule, Wizz Air is the most punctual carrier operating LGW to KRK flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from London Gatwick Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between LGW and KRK:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Frankfurt Airport
Pisa International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK)
21 € is the lowest price for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice flight. Return flights start at 53 €. These fares can change based on availability.
Book seven months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from LGW to KRK.
The cheapest month for flights from London Gatwick Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
69.26% of flights that depart London Gatwick Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Central London to London Gatwick Airport is approximately 80 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 1 hour 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near LGW. Whether you've booked an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK)
Reserve a hotel close to KRK if you're on a late London Gatwick Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Follow your own route with a J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice rental car. Pick up your wheels from Flex To Go, Wheego or kaizen rent and see more of Krakow and beyond.
Reserving your ride from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice around 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
J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice is roughly 29 kilometres from central Krakow. The drive time takes about 35 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour 35 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK)
August is the most popular month for flights from London Gatwick Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice. For smaller crowds, travel to Krakow in April.
Lock in your flight from London Gatwick Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice for August if you want to explore Krakow during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -9ºC (16ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Search for cheap tickets from LGW to KRK sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Poland
Krakow has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Poland you'll want to see. About 257 kilometres north of Krakow, a trip to Warsaw will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Warsaw Royal Castle Gardens, The Royal Castle in Warsaw and Palace of Culture and Science.
If you're looking to explore another side of Poland, consider Lodz, about 193 kilometres north of Krakow. Piotrkowska Street, Museum of the Factory and Herbst Palace Museum. Branch Museum of Art are among its highlights.