Flying from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK): what you need to know
Expect to be in the skies for around 2 hours 28 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice. Krakow and Catania share the same timezone — UTC+1.
There are 4 flights from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice each week. Catch the 05:50 flight if you want to be on your way as soon as possible. If you're keen to make the most of your day before leaving, the last flight from CTA to KRK is at 22:30.
Travelling during a peak month like August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to break up your flight from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice, consider adding a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to find a city that appeals to you. The top stopovers on the CTA - KRK route include:
Malta International Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
To find out whether you need a visa to enter Poland, contact your airline and the local embassy or consulate. They'll provide you with the most current information, including any other travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from CTA to KRK.
How to find the cheapest flights from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice is 28 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 57 €. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Book 8 months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from CTA to KRK.
April is the cheapest month for tickets from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice. If you're looking to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Handy information about Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
Catania-Fontanarossa Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Catania. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 16 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 45 minutes.
Want a convenient hotel near CTA? If you're catching an early flight from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK)
Consider booking a hotel close to KRK if you're catching a late flight from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK) to central Krakow
J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice is approximately 29 kilometres from the centre of Krakow. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 33 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour and 33 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK)
August is the most popular month for flights from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice. To escape the crowds, visit Krakow in April.
The warmest month in Krakow is August, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC and 29ºC. Book your flights from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from CTA to KRK in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -9ºC and 4ºC on average.
More about Krakow
After locking in your flights from CTA to KRK, you'll need to find a hotel in Krakow. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this top destination:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. St. Mary's Basilica, Planty Park and Ogród Doświadczeń im. St. Lema are popular attractions which should be on any well-planned Krakow itinerary.
Complete your Krakow trip with hotels and a car rental
You've got your cheap ticket to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice — next on the list is finding a place to stay, and maybe even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Krakow.