Flying from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice is 2 hours 30 minutes.
Krakow's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Catania.
Flights from CTA to KRK start from 08:40 — the earliest with Ryanair. The latest departure is at 22:30 with Ryanair. In total, you can choose from four weekly Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your CTA to KRK flight.
Flying during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Flying into Krakow (and then exploring more of Poland!) is easy with Ryanair. This popular airline offers direct flights from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Ryanair on this route.
Among carriers operating CTA to KRK flights, Ryanair leads the way for on-time arrivals.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice. These are the top stopovers between CTA and KRK:
Vienna International Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Malta International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice flight is $37. A return plane ticket right now is $81. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Score cheap tickets from CTA to KRK by booking at least five months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from CTA to KRK.
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Handy information about Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Catania-Fontanarossa Airport, data shows 68.69% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Catania to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport is around 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near CTA:
Arriving at J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK)
If you're coming in on a late Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near KRK:
Pick up 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 popular outlets to choose from here.
To get the best deal, book your ride from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice about one week before you travel.
Getting from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK) to central Krakow
J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice to the centre of Krakow has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 29 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 35 minutes.
When to fly to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice. August is the most popular month to head to Krakow. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice for August if you want to visit Krakow during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from CTA to KRK in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -9ºC (16ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) on average.
Explore more of Poland
Krakow has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Poland just waiting to be explored. Around 257 kilometres north of Krakow, a trip to Warsaw will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Warsaw Royal Castle Gardens, The Royal Castle in Warsaw and Palace of Culture and Science.
Around 193 kilometres north of Krakow, Lodz is another essential stop in Poland. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Piotrkowska Street, Museum of the Factory and Herbst Palace Museum. Branch Museum of Art.