Travelling from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice to Istanbul Ataturk Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 25 minutes.
Istanbul is two hours ahead of Krakow and is in the UTC+3 timezone.
Every week, there are 16 J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flights. If you prefer to jet off early, select the 09:20 Turkish Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 20:20 with Turkish Airlines.
To ensure you get on your KRK to IST flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak month like August? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
LOT - Polish Airlines offers direct flights from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Istanbul — and maybe even more of Türkiye (Turkey) if your schedule allows.
LOT - Polish Airlines is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between KRK and IST:
Frederic Chopin Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Podgorica Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight is Rs16,534. A round-trip plane ticket right now is Rs39,822. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Get cheap tickets from KRK to IST by booking seven months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
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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 arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To get to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice from central Krakow, it'll take about 35 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 29 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 35 minutes.
Taking an early flight from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice to Istanbul Ataturk Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near KRK:
Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near IST instead:
Go where the road takes you with an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and venture far and wide through Istanbul and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Istanbul Ataturk Airport about two weeks before you travel.
Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport is approximately 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. The drive time takes around 50 minutes.
Getting there by public transport takes around 1 hour 45 minutes.
When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The quietest month for a flight from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is February, while April is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Istanbul based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your flights from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice to Istanbul Ataturk Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 2ºC and 11ºC. Look for cheap tickets from KRK to IST sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
You've done Istanbul, now it's time to explore other corners of Türkiye (Turkey). Travel around 354 kilometres east to Ankara to check off its popular sights. From Museum of Anatolian Civilizations to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Izmir is another favourite destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. No journey is complete without dropping by Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.