Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Krakow Airport (KRK): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Krakow Airport is 2 hours 30 minutes.
Krakow is one hour ahead of London and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
Flights from LHR to KRK start at 07:10 — the earliest with British Airways. The last departure is at 17:05 with British Airways. In total, you can choose from five weekly London Heathrow Airport to Krakow Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your LHR to KRK flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Jetting into Krakow (and then exploring more of Poland!) is a cinch with British Airways. This popular airline has direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Krakow Airport.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with British Airways on this route.
British Airways is the most punctual carrier that operates LHR to KRK flights, with 76.47% of its services arriving as scheduled.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Krakow Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers between LHR and KRK include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Munich Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Krakow Airport (KRK)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Krakow Airport flight is $109. A return fare is currently $205. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Score cheap tickets from LHR to KRK by booking eight months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Krakow Airport is January. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Of the flights that depart from London Heathrow Airport, 78% touch down on time at their destination.
London Heathrow Airport is about 24 kilometres from central London. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near LHR. Whether you have an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Krakow Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Krakow Airport (KRK)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late London Heathrow Airport to Krakow Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near KRK instead:
Grab a Krakow Airport rental car and discover Krakow and beyond with your own wheels. Flex To Go, Wheego and kaizen rent are well-known companies you can book with here.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Krakow Airport around one week in advance.
When to fly to Krakow Airport (KRK)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Krakow Airport. September is the busiest month to visit Krakow. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Krakow Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Krakow, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LHR to KRK in January. Average temperatures are between -9ºC (16ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) then.
Explore more of Poland
Krakow has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Poland waiting to be explored. Around 257 kilometres north of Krakow, a visit to Warsaw will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like The Royal Castle in Warsaw, Warsaw Uprising Monument and Museum of Modern Art.
If you want to check out another major destination in Poland, consider Lodz, roughly 193 kilometres north of Krakow. Mural Atlas, Łódź Mural and Great Synagogue Memorial are the start of reasons to visit.