Flying from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from O'Hare International Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice is 9 hours 18 minutes. Krakow's timezone is UTC+1, making Krakow 6 hours ahead of Chicago.
Flights from O'Hare International Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice start at 12:00 — the earliest with LOT - Polish Airlines. The latest departure is the 22:55 service with LOT - Polish Airlines. Overall, you can take your pick of 3 services every week between ORD and KRK.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're traveling during a peak period in general.
Traveling to Krakow (and seeing more of Poland!) is easy with LOT - Polish Airlines. This popular airline runs direct flights from O'Hare International Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice.
If you want to have a stopover for your flight from O'Hare International Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' and check out your options. Here are the popular stopovers between ORD and KRK:
Frederic Chopin Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from O'Hare International Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice is C$263. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$531. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Get cheap flight tickets from ORD to KRK by booking 4 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from O'Hare International Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice is December. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
Create a Price Alert for cheap flight tickets from ORD to KRK. You don't need to check back in every day to see whether prices have fallen. We'll tell you as soon as the price changes.
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Handy information about O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Traveling from central Chicago to O'Hare International Airport takes about 54 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
After an easy start to your vacation? Stay near ORD. Whether you're catching an early flight from O'Hare International Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from O'Hare International Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice. Check in to one of these accommodation options near KRK instead:
Getting from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK) to central Krakow
J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice to the center of Krakow takes about 33 minutes by car. It's approximately 29 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
Traveling on public transport takes around 1 hour and 33 minutes.
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 busiest. Pick the best time to go to Krakow based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from O'Hare International Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice for August if you'd like to visit Krakow during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC and 29ºC.
If you like traveling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ORD to KRK in January. Temperatures average between -9ºC and 4ºC then.
More about Krakow
If you're looking for somewhere to lay your head, you can find the best places to stay in Krakow right here. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from ORD to KRK:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. St. Mary's Basilica, Planty Park and Ogród Doświadczeń im. St. Lema are must-have experiences during your Krakow visit.
Complete your Krakow trip with hotels and a car rental
Comparing flights is not the only thing we do. After booking your cheap ticket to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice, browse our car rental deals that'll give you the freedom and flexibility to travel around at your own pace. Next, take a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your ideal Krakow stay.
