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Flights to Krakow

History · Culture · Budget. Compare cheap flights to Krakow from UK airports — flight time 2h 30m from London.

2h 30m
Flight from London
from £30
Lowest return fare seen
May–Sep
Best season

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Flying to Krakow — what to know

Krakow is a short-haul destination from the UK — around 2h 30m in the air from London, which makes it a realistic long weekend. Travellers come for the history, the culture and budget-friendly prices. We track fares from 12 UK departure points including Newcastle, Birmingham and Manchester — each has its own comparison page below.

Most visitors aim for May–Sep. The lowest return fare we have seen is £30 for a trip starting in November, from Newcastle (checked 4 Nov). On the ground, Polish złoty (PLN) is the local currency and Polish the dominant language — English coverage is solid in tourist quarters and at the airport. Visa: No visa for short stays (90 days in any 180-day period). ETIAS pre-authorisation will apply once the EU system goes live — check gov.uk before travel.

Flights to Krakow by UK departure

Departure airportLowest return seenTypical return
Newcastle (NCL)£30 (trip starting in November)£120Check price
Birmingham (BHX)£38 (trip starting in November)£107Check price
Manchester (MAN)£39 (trip starting in December)£92Check price
East Midlands (EMA)£39 (trip starting in November)£63Check price
Bristol (BRS)£41 (trip starting in November)£93Check price
London Stansted (STN)£44 (trip starting in November)£87Check price
London Luton (LTN)£45 (trip starting in January)£81Check price
Liverpool (LPL)£48 (trip starting in November)£65Check price
Glasgow (GLA)£56 (trip starting in November)£111Check price
Edinburgh (EDI)£60 (trip starting in November)£121Check price
London Gatwick (LGW)£65 (trip starting in February)£97Check price
London Heathrow (LHR)£139 (trip starting in November)£170Check price

Return fares seen for trips starting in the months ahead, checked 4 Nov. Typical return is the median of the monthly lowest fares. These are stored fares, not current prices; use Check price to see what is available now.

Good to know

Booking flights to Krakow — the answers that matter

How much is a return flight to Krakow from the UK?

Direct answer. The lowest return fare we have seen for Krakow is £30 for a trip starting in November, from Newcastle (checked 4 Nov). It is a fare seen on that date, not a current price.

Across the 12 UK departures with fare history, the typical return (the median of the lowest fare seen for each month) runs £63 to £170. The same trip can price very differently from different airports, so compare more than one departure. Prices change daily; the live search shows what is available now.

Key fact: Lowest return fare seen for Krakow: £30 from Newcastle (trip starting in November, checked 4 Nov).

Which UK airports fly to Krakow?

Direct answer. CompareFlights has 12 UK departures for Krakow: Newcastle, Birmingham, Manchester, East Midlands, Bristol, London Stansted, London Luton, Liverpool, Glasgow, Edinburgh, London Gatwick and London Heathrow. Each has its own fare page.

You book direct with the airline or travel agent. We do not sell tickets or add fees. Airlines seen flying non-stop to Krakow from UK airports include Ryanair, easyJet, Jet2, Wizz Air and British Airways.

Key fact: Newcastle has the lowest stored return fare for Krakow: £30 (checked 4 Nov).

When is the best time to visit Krakow?

Direct answer. Aim for May–Sep if you want Krakow at its best: that window balances weather and crowds.

Before you commit, the admin: No visa for short stays (90 days in any 180-day period). ETIAS pre-authorisation will apply once the EU system goes live — check gov.uk before travel. Currency is Polish złoty (PLN); Polish is the main language, with English widely understood in tourist areas.

Key fact: Best months to visit Krakow: May–Sep. Flight time from London: about 2h 30m.

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Practical information for UK travellers

Flight time from London~2h 30m direct
Lowest return fare seen£30 for a trip starting in November from Newcastle, checked 4 Nov. A stored fare, not a current price.
Best monthsMay–Sep
VisaNo visa for short stays (90 days in any 180-day period). ETIAS pre-authorisation will apply once the EU system goes live — check gov.uk before travel
CurrencyPolish złoty (PLN)
Time zoneCET (UTC+1)
LanguagePolish
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Frequently asked questions

How long is the flight from the UK to Krakow?

Direct flights from London to Krakow take approximately 2h 30m. Total journey time depends on your departure airport and any connections.

Which UK airports can I fly to Krakow from?

CompareFlights has 12 UK departures for Krakow: Newcastle, Birmingham, Manchester, East Midlands, Bristol, London Stansted, London Luton, Liverpool, Glasgow, Edinburgh, London Gatwick and London Heathrow. Each departure has its own fare page, and the search opens.

How much is a return flight to Krakow?

The lowest return fare we have seen for Krakow is £30 for a trip starting in November, from Newcastle (checked 4 Nov). The typical return from there (median of the lowest fare seen each month) is £120. These are fares seen on that date, not current prices; the live search shows what is available now.

Which UK airport is cheapest for flights to Krakow?

In the return fares we recorded, checked 4 Nov, the lowest to Krakow was £30 from Newcastle, then Birmingham £38, Manchester £39 and East Midlands £39. By typical return, the middle of each airport's monthly lowest fares, the lowest was £63 from East Midlands, then Liverpool £65 and London Luton £81. These are fares seen on those dates, not current prices; the live search shows what is available now.

Do UK passport holders need a visa for Poland?

No visa for short stays (90 days in any 180-day period). ETIAS pre-authorisation will apply once the EU system goes live — check gov.uk before travel

What currency is used in Poland?

Polish złoty (PLN) — most major hotels and restaurants in Krakow accept card payments, but cash is useful for smaller establishments and tipping.

What language is spoken in Krakow?

Polish. English is widely understood in tourist areas, hotels, and major restaurants.