Flying from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Krakow Airport (KRK): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Manchester Airport to Krakow Airport is 2 hours 35 minutes.
Krakow is one hour ahead of Manchester and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Each week, there are 14 Manchester Airport to Krakow Airport flights. If you prefer to jet off as soon as possible, opt for the 05:45 Ryanair flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 19:15 with Ryanair UK.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your MAN to KRK flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
With direct flights from Manchester Airport to Krakow Airport available through various airlines, flying to Krakow (and then other parts of Poland) is a snap. You can fly nonstop with:
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Ryanair.
Ryanair is the most punctual carrier that offers MAN to KRK flights. An impressive 81.67% of its departures on this route arrive as scheduled.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Manchester Airport to Krakow Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between MAN and KRK:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Munich Airport
Brussels International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Krakow Airport (KRK)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Manchester Airport to Krakow Airport flight is $47. A return plane ticket is currently $105. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Book one month before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from MAN to KRK.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Manchester Airport to Krakow Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across each month.
Finding cheap flights from MAN to KRK is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new discounted fare appears.
Lock in the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Manchester Airport to Krakow Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)
Of all flights leaving Manchester Airport, 65% arrive on time at their destination.
To get to Manchester Airport from central Manchester, it takes about 25 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport takes about 20 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to MAN? If you're catching an early flight from Manchester Airport to Krakow Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Krakow Airport (KRK)
If you're coming in on a late Manchester Airport to Krakow Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these hotels near KRK:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Krakow Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Flex To Go, Wheego or kaizen rent and explore beyond Krakow's usual tourist stops.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Krakow Airport about one week before you set off.
When to fly to Krakow Airport (KRK)
September is the busiest month for flights from Manchester Airport to Krakow Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Krakow in March.
The warmest month in Krakow is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your flights from Manchester Airport to Krakow Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -9ºC (16ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MAN to KRK sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Poland
Krakow is always a good idea, 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 your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like The Royal Castle in Warsaw, Warsaw Uprising Monument and Museum of Modern Art.
If you're ready to explore another corner of Poland, head for Lodz, about 193 kilometres north of Krakow. Mural Atlas, Łódź Mural and Great Synagogue Memorial are among the biggest draws.