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Krakow.$641 per passenger.Departing Wed, 22 Apr, returning Fri, 8 May.Return flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 22 Apr, arriving in Krakow.Inbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Krakow on Fri, 8 May, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $641, select.
Krakow.$702 per passenger.Departing Sat, 9 May, returning Wed, 10 Jun.Return flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sat, 9 May, arriving in Krakow.Inbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Krakow on Wed, 10 Jun, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $702, select.
Krakow.$704 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Feb, returning Thu, 19 Feb.Return flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Thu, 12 Feb, arriving in Krakow.Inbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Krakow on Thu, 19 Feb, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $704, select.
Krakow.$707 per passenger.Departing Sat, 17 Jan, returning Sat, 31 Jan.Return flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sat, 17 Jan, arriving in Krakow.Inbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Krakow on Sat, 31 Jan, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $707, select.
Krakow.$708 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Oct, returning Sat, 15 Nov.Return flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 21 Oct, arriving in Krakow.Inbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Krakow on Sat, 15 Nov, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $708, select.
Krakow.$710 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 Jan, returning Sat, 7 Feb.Return flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Thu, 29 Jan, arriving in Krakow.Inbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Krakow on Sat, 7 Feb, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $710, select.
Krakow.$722 per passenger.Departing Sat, 11 Oct, returning Mon, 20 Oct.Return flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sat, 11 Oct, arriving in Krakow.Inbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Krakow on Mon, 20 Oct, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $722, select.
Krakow.$722 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Feb, returning Wed, 11 Mar.Return flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 25 Feb, arriving in Krakow.Inbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Krakow on Wed, 11 Mar, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $722, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Krakow

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Chicago to Krakow flights are currently cheapest in February.
Aug
from $924
Sep
from $807
Oct
from $722
Nov
from $722
Dec
from $756
Jan
from $707
Feb
from $704
Mar
from $765
Apr
from $833
May
from $747
Jun
from $843
Jul
from $1,136

Direct flights from Chicago to Krakow

Chicago to Krakow: Alternative routes

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Chicago to Krakow: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$641
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time9 hrs, 15 mins
Most popular airlineLOT
Average flights per week4

Finding cheap flights from Chicago to Krakow: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Chicago to Krakow is $641. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
9 hours and 15 minutes is the average flight time from Chicago to Krakow.
LOT and jetBlue fly direct from Chicago to Krakow.
As of August 2025, there are 4 flights per week flying from Chicago to Krakow.
The cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Krakow is usually April.
Yes – the average flight time is 9 hours and 15 minutes.
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Flying from Chicago to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK): What you need to know

  • Chicago has two main airports where you can kick off your trip. Explore your options for booking a flight from Chicago to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK) flying out of O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).

  • Around 9 hours 15 minutes is the usual time it takes for a direct Chicago to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice flight.

  • Krakow is six hours ahead of Chicago. J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice is located in Krakow, which runs on the UTC+1 timezone.

  • The most popular route is from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK). Take your pick of 2 direct services each week. LOT - Polish Airlines operates a 4:55pm departure between ORD and KRK.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Show up at the airport on time to catch your flight from Chicago to KRK.

  • Peak season means busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stay on schedule.

Airports in Chicago

O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

  • O'Hare International Airport (ORD) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Chicago to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK) depart from this terminal.

  • When taking off from ORD, you can take a direct flight from Chicago to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice with LOT - Polish Airlines.

  • LOT - Polish Airlines is the airline with the highest number of bookings for flights from ORD to KRK.

  • Among carriers operating on this route, LOT - Polish Airlines has the best track record for timely arrivals.

  • A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even explore another city. When browsing cheap flights from Chicago to KRK departing from O'Hare International Airport (ORD), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

    • Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)

    • Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)

  • Located around 40 kilometres from central Chicago, ORD can be reached in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 55 minutes.

  • Looking for a comfortable hotel near O'Hare International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Chicago to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:

  • 74.85% of flights taking off from O'Hare International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.

  • The address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.

Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)

  • MDW is around 19 kilometres from central Chicago. It'll take 20 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 45 minutes.

  • Flying out early in the morning? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Chicago Midway International Airport the day before your Chicago to KRK flight:

  • Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 77.88%. This figure highlights how often flights that leave from this airport land on time.

  • MDW is located at 5700 South Cicero.

Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)

  • From the centre of Chicago, RFD is around 137 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes to reach the airport by car and 4 hours 15 minutes or so if you're on public transport.

  • Skip the morning rush on departure day — stay close to Chicago Rockford International Airport and know you'll make it to your gate with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Chicago to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice flight:

  • The on-time performance rate of RFD is 76.19%. In other words, that's how frequently flights departing this airport arrive as planned.

  • The street address of Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.

About J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK)

Getting from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK) to central Krakow

  • J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice is around 29 kilometres from central Krakow. It takes around 35 minutes or so to drive to the city.

  • It'll take around 1 hour 35 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK)

  • $606 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Chicago to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice. A return flight starts at $641. These prices can change based on demand.

  • To snag cheap flights from Chicago to KRK, book your ticket six months before your departure date.

  • Organise your trip for November. That's the best month for landing the biggest deals on Chicago to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice tickets. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.

  • You don't need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a better deal comes up on flight tickets from Chicago to KRK.

  • Discover the best deal on a flight from Chicago to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice with the help of the filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'

The best time to fly from Chicago to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK)

  • April is the quietest month for flights from Chicago to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK), while August is the busiest. Work out the ideal time to visit Krakow based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • Book a Chicago to KRK flight ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Krakow to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from Chicago to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -9ºC (16ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF).

More about Krakow

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Krakow right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Chicago to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice:

  • There are loads of awesome things to do in Krakow when you're ready to go sightseeing. Head straight for Rynek Glowny followed by Historic Old Town and St. Mary's Basilica.

Explore more of Poland

  • Warsaw is just one of the many places in Poland waiting to be explored after you've experienced Krakow. Around 257 kilometres away to the north, its best attractions include The Royal Castle in Warsaw, Monument of the Warsaw Uprising and Museum of Modern Art.

  • Around 193 kilometres north of Krakow, Lodz is another essential stop in Poland. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Mural Atlas, Łódź Mural and Great Synagogue Memorial.

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