Flying from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from O'Hare International Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice and you'll be in the air for an average of 9 hours 20 minutes.
The timezone in Krakow is UTC+1, which is six hours ahead of Chicago.
Flights from ORD to KRK start at 17:10 — the earliest with LOT - Polish Airlines. The last service of the day is at 22:55 with LOT - Polish Airlines. Overall, you can take your pick of three weekly O'Hare International Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your ORD to KRK flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
LOT - Polish Airlines is your ticket to exploring Krakow (and perhaps some other great parts of Poland!). Browse the direct flights from O'Hare International Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice offered by this airline.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is LOT - Polish Airlines.
Among carriers operating ORD to KRK flights, LOT - Polish Airlines has the best record for on-time arrivals.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from O'Hare International Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between ORD and KRK:
Frankfurt Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Frederic Chopin Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way O'Hare International Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice flight is R 4,993. A round-trip plane ticket is currently R 9,641. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Get cheap tickets from ORD to KRK by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
December is the cheapest month for flights from O'Hare International Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice. If you want to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from ORD to KRK.
Secure the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from O'Hare International Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
74.85% of flights departing from O'Hare International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
To get to O'Hare International Airport from central Chicago, it takes around 35 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport takes about 55 minutes.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near ORD. Whether you're boarding an early flight from O'Hare International Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on an O'Hare International Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near KRK instead:
Pick up a J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice rental car and explore Krakow and beyond with your own wheels. Flex To Go, Wheego and kaizen rent are leading providers to choose from here.
Booking your ride from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice about one week in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
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.
It'll take around 1 hour 35 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK)
The quietest month for a flight from O'Hare International Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice is April, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Krakow based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Krakow is August, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your flights from O'Hare International Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ORD to KRK in January. Temperatures average between -9ºC (16ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) then.
Explore more of Poland
Krakow has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Poland just waiting to be discovered. About 257 kilometres north of Krakow, a visit to Warsaw will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Warsaw Royal Castle Gardens, The Royal Castle in Warsaw and Palace of Culture and Science.
If you're eager to discover another side of Poland, head for Lodz, roughly 193 kilometres north of Krakow. Piotrkowska Street, Museum of the Factory and Herbst Palace Museum. Branch Museum of Art are among its highlights.
