Flying from Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK): what you need to know
The timezone in Krakow is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Glasgow.
Your PIK to KRK flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between PIK and KRK include:
Palma de Mallorca Airport
Alicante-Elche Airport
Malaga Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Glasgow Prestwick Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice flight is £38. A return fare right now is £92. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from PIK to KRK, book early. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across the month and score a great deal.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from PIK to KRK by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Of all flights leaving Glasgow Prestwick Airport, 76.7% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To get to Glasgow Prestwick Airport from central Glasgow, it takes about 40 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 30 miles from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 55 minutes.
Have an early flight from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to PIK:
Arriving at J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Glasgow Prestwick Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near KRK instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice rental car. Grab your wheels from Flex To Go, Wheego or kaizen rent and experience the lesser-explored corners of Krakow and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice about one week ahead of your trip.
Getting from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK) to central Krakow
From J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice, Krakow is approximately 18 miles away. It takes around 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes roughly 1 hour 35 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK)
August is the most popular month for flights from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice. To skip the crowds, travel to Krakow in April.
The warmest month in Krakow is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your flights from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PIK to KRK in January. Temperatures average between -9ºC (16ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) then.
Explore more of Poland
You've visited Krakow, now it's time to discover other parts of Poland. Travel around 160 miles north to Warsaw to tick off its top attractions. From Warsaw Royal Castle Gardens to The Royal Castle in Warsaw and Palace of Culture and Science, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in Poland, head for Lodz, roughly 120 miles north of Krakow. Piotrkowska Street, Museum of the Factory and Herbst Palace Museum. Branch Museum of Art are highlights.
