Flying from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK) to Cairo International Airport (CAI): what you need to know
Cairo's timezone is UTC+2, making Cairo one hour ahead of Krakow.
Your KRK to CAI flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Travelling during a peak month like August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice to Cairo International Airport. These are the top stopovers between KRK and CAI:
Antalya Airport
Ben Gurion International Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK) to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Right now, C$202 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice to Cairo International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is C$325. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from KRK to CAI. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when looking for your flight from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice to Cairo International Airport.
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Handy information about J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK)
When it comes to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice's on-time performance, data shows 60.59% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice is around 29 kilometres from central Krakow. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 35 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice to Cairo International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to KRK:
Arriving at Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Book a hotel near CAI if you have a late J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice to Cairo International Airport flight. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Follow your own route with a Cairo International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Auto-Union, Hertz or Alamo and discover more of Cairo and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Cairo International Airport about one week in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
From Cairo International Airport, Cairo is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
August is the most popular month for flights from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice to Cairo International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Cairo in April.
The warmest month in Cairo is July, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF). Book your flights from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice to Cairo International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Search for cheap tickets from KRK to CAI sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Egypt
Cairo has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Egypt you should also see. Around 177 kilometres north-west of Cairo, a trip to Alexandria will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Anwar El Sadat Museum - Library of Alexandria, Montazah Palace Gardens and Pompey's Pillar.
If you want to check out another side of Egypt, consider Port Said, roughly 177 kilometres north-east of Cairo. Village Dolphin Beach, Manshiah Square and قاعه توليب tulip garden are the start of reasons to visit.