Travelling from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK) to Mexico City: what you need to know
The timezone in Mexico City is UTC-6. The city is 7 hours behind Krakow, where J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice Airport is located.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your flight from KRK to Mexico City. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
We make it a cinch to find a flight from KRK to Mexico City with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
If you hold a passport from Poland and are travelling to Mexico for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, visa and entry requirements may vary based on the duration of your stay and can be subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, check with your destination's nearest embassy or consulate before booking a cheap ticket from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice to Mexico City.
Located around 29 kilometres from central Krakow, KRK can be reached in approximately 33 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 33 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to KRK? If you're boarding an early flight from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice Airport to Mexico City, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
How to find the cheapest flights from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice Airport (KRK) to Mexico City
R 6,642 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice Airport to Mexico City. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 14,855. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
It's often best to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from KRK to Mexico City. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price in every month when looking for your ticket from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice Airport to Mexico City.
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Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City is approximately 8 kilometres. It takes about 24 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport takes around 57 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice Airport to Mexico City. Book one of these accommodation options near MEX instead:
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Central Mexico City is around 40 kilometres from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU). As soon as your flight from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice Airport to Mexico City has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 55 minutes.
You can also travel using public transport, which typically takes 1 hour and 46 minutes.
Settle in and unpack not long after your flight from KRK to Mexico City at Villa Granada. This comfy accommodation option is a quick drive from NLU.
Best time to go to Mexico City
July is the busiest month to catch a flight from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice Airport to Mexico City while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Mexico City, consider whether you like a lively atmosphere or a quieter vibe.
Lock in your flight from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice Airport to Mexico City for April to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 10ºC to 28ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from KRK to Mexico City in January when temperatures average between 6ºC and 23ºC.
More about Mexico City
Start your Mexico City trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice to Mexico City, check out our range of accommodation options including:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Zocalo, Chapultepec Park and National Museum of Anthropology are attractions you won't want to skip in Mexico City.
Complete your Mexico City trip with a car rental
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