Flying from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK): what you need to know
Around 2 hours is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice.
The timezone in Krakow is UTC+1, which is one hour behind Helsinki.
Flights from HEL to KRK start from 07:05 — the first with Finnair. The latest departure is at 19:10 with Finnair. In total, you can choose from 67 weekly Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice flights.
Leave plenty of time to make your HEL to KRK flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like June, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
Finnair is your gateway to exploring Krakow (and perhaps some other exciting parts of Poland!). Browse the direct flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice offered by this popular carrier.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Finnair.
With 69.86% of services arriving as planned, Finnair is the most punctual carrier operating HEL to KRK flights.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice. These are the most popular stopovers between HEL and KRK:
Frederic Chopin Airport
Vilnius International Airport
Berlin Brandenburg Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice flight is RM239. A return ticket right now is RM601. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Book nine months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from HEL to KRK.
Schedule your trip for August. That's the cheapest month for flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across every month.
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Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice.
Handy information about Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
60.23% of flights that take off from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport land at their destination on time.
To get to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport from central Helsinki, it takes about 30 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near HEL. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK)
If you have a late Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these accommodation options near KRK:
Grab a J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice rental car and discover Krakow and beyond with your own wheels. Flex To Go, Wheego and kaizen rent are leading providers you can book with here.
For the lowest price, book your ride from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice about one week before you set off.
Getting from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK) to central Krakow
J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice is roughly 29 kilometres from central Krakow. Driving there takes about 35 minutes.
Getting there on public transport takes around 1 hour 35 minutes.
When to fly to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK)
The quietest month for a flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice is April, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Krakow based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice for August if you'd like to go to Krakow during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from HEL to KRK in January. Average temperatures are between -9ºC (16ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) then.
Explore more of Poland
Warsaw is just one of the many cities in Poland waiting to be explored after you've experienced Krakow. Around 257 kilometres away to the north, check out popular attractions including Warsaw Royal Castle Gardens, The Royal Castle in Warsaw and Palace of Culture and Science.
Around 193 kilometres north of Krakow, Lodz is another favourite stop in Poland. No visit is complete without checking out Piotrkowska Street, Museum of the Factory and Herbst Palace Museum. Branch Museum of Art.
