- Must visit
Rynek Underground Museum
Museum beneath the Main Square revealing medieval remains, trade history and immersive displays under the heart of the Old Town.
Flights from Barcelona to Kraków depart on average 41 times per day, taking around 3h 25m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £38 if you book in advance.
There are 2 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:30, the last at 22:40. The fastest flight covers the 1677 km distance in 2h 35m. July is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 1677 km |
Average flight duration 3h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £38 |
Flights per day 41 |
Direct flights 2 |
Fastest flight 2h 35m |
First flight 5:30 |
Last flight 22:40 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 63 days |
Cheapest price
£137
Average price
£582
Fastest journey
2 h 50 m
Average duration
3 h 24 m
Flights per day
63
Distance
1677 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Barcelona to Kraków is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Kraków will cost around £582 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £137.
Of the 63 flights that leave Barcelona for Kraków every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct flights cover the 1677 km distance in an average of 3 h 24 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 2 h 50 m .
The slowest flights will take 4 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
W62096
W62048
FR 3049
LH1815 · LH1626
LH1819 · LH1622
FR 3049
W62096
W62048
OS402 · OS679
LH4161+
LH7424Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Kraków among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £65. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 1.7 - 4.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £65, and a train costs an average of £372.
Distance: 1677 km
Most popular Flight | Coach | Train |
|---|---|---|
£114 Average Price | £107 Average Price Cheapest | £372 Average Price |
6h 25m Average total duration Fastest 3h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 33h 51m Average total duration 33h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 41h 53m Average total duration 41h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
5.0 - 10.1kg CO2 emissions | 1.7 - 4.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Kraków flights for today, Saturday 8 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
LH4129+ LH7424 | 9:05 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 7h00 | 16:05 John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice | 1 change | |
W62048 | 9:05 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 2h55 | 12:00 John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice | 0 changesdirect | |
OS402 · OS679 | 10:00 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 4h05 | 14:05 John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice | 1 change | |
KL1512 · KL1331 | 11:10 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 11h20 | 22:30 John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice | 1 change | |
KL1512 · KL1327 | 11:10 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 5h45 | 16:55 John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice | 1 change | |
KL1512 · KL1325 | 11:10 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 26h25 | 13:35 John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice | 1 change | |
KL1512 · KL1323 | 11:10 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 24h00 | 11:10 John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice | 1 change | |
TK1854+ TK9016 | 12:10 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 24h35 | 12:45 John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice | 1 change | |
FR 3049 | 12:30 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 2h50 | 15:20 John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice | 0 changesdirect | |
LO438 · LO3919 | 12:35 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 27h10 | 15:45 John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice | 1 change | |
LO438 · LO3905 | 12:35 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 25h40 | 14:15 John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice | 1 change | |
LO438 · LO3923 | 12:35 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 5h10 | 17:45 John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice | 1 change | |
LO438 · LO3921 | 12:35 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 8h10 | 20:45 John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice | 1 change | |
LO438 · LO3911 | 12:35 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 11h15 | 23:50 John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice | 1 change | |
LH1815 · LH1626 | 15:40 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 7h50 | 23:30 John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice | 1 change | |
LO436 · LO3921 | 18:00 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 26h45 | 20:45 John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice | 1 change | |
LO436 · LO3905 | 18:00 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 20h15 | 14:15 John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice | 1 change | |
LO436 · LO3911 | 18:00 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 5h50 | 23:50 John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice | 1 change | |
LO436 · LO3923 | 18:00 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 23h45 | 17:45 John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice | 1 change | |
LO436 · LO3919 | 18:00 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 21h45 | 15:45 John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice | 1 change | |
KL1520 · KL1323 | 19:45 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 15h25 | 11:10 John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice | 1 change | |
KL1520 · KL1325 | 19:45 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 17h50 | 13:35 John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice | 1 change | |
KL1520 · KL1327 | 19:45 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 21h50 | 17:35 John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice | 1 change | |
KL1520 · KL1331 | 19:45 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 26h45 | 22:30 John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice | 1 change | |
W62096 | 20:05 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 2h55 | 23:00 John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice | 0 changesdirect | |
LO2164 | 20:35 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 2h40 | 23:15 John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 9 August | |||||
LX1951 · LX1102+ LX3806 | 6:00 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 6h40 | 12:40 John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice | 2 changes | |
LX1951+ LX1372 | 6:00 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 8h05 | 14:05 John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice | 1 change | |
KL1510 · KL1331 | 6:20 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 16h10 | 22:30 John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice | 1 change | |
KL1510 · KL1327 | 6:20 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 11h15 | 17:35 John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice | 1 change | |
KL1510 · KL1323 | 6:20 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 4h50 | 11:10 John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice | 1 change | |
KL1510 · KL1325 | 6:20 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 7h15 | 13:35 John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice | 1 change | |
TK1852 · TK1765+ LO3921 | 7:40 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 13h05 | 20:45 John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice | 2 changes | |
TK1852 · TK1765+ LO3911 | 7:40 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 16h10 | 23:50 John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice | 2 changes | |
TK1852 · TK1765+ TK8154 | 7:40 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 13h05 | 20:45 John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice | 2 changes | |
TK1852+ TK8148 · LO3911 | 7:40 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 16h10 | 23:50 John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice | 2 changes | |
TK1852+ TK9008 · LO3911 | 7:40 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 16h10 | 23:50 John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice | 2 changes | |
TK1852 · TK1273 | 7:40 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 11h45 | 19:25 John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice | 1 change | |
TK1852 · TK1263+ LO3911 | 7:40 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 16h10 | 23:50 John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice | 2 changes | |
TK1852+ TK9008 · LO3921 | 7:40 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 13h05 | 20:45 John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice | 2 changes | |
TK1852+ TK9008 · TK8154 | 7:40 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 13h05 | 20:45 John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice | 2 changes | |
LH1819+ LH7424 | 7:55 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 8h10 | 16:05 John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice | 1 change | |
LH1819 · LH1622 | 7:55 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 4h45 | 12:40 John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice | 1 change | |
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Discover the best of Kraków — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Kraków trip today.
Museum beneath the Main Square revealing medieval remains, trade history and immersive displays under the heart of the Old Town.
Former enamel factory with a powerful exhibition on Kraków under Nazi occupation and daily life during the Second World War.
Major branch of the National Museum with Polish art from the nineteenth century onward, including celebrated paintings and decorative arts.
Kraków’s main square is a lively historic centre with the Cloth Hall, church façades and constant street life at all hours.
Historic Jewish quarter with synagogues, courtyards, murals and a lively street scene that blends heritage with contemporary city life.
Broad green promenade planted where medieval walls once stood; ideal for walking between key sights around the Old Town.
Obwarzanek krakowski is Kraków’s iconic ring-shaped bread, boiled then baked and topped with poppy or sesame seeds. It is a protected local street-food classic.
Maczanka krakowska is roast pork in a caraway-spiced gravy, served in a bread roll. It is often called Kraków’s traditional answer to pulled pork sandwiches.
Kiełbasa krakowska is a smoked Polish sausage linked to Kraków, made from seasoned pork. It is prized for its firm texture and distinctive garlic-spice flavour.
Traditional Polish restaurant near the Main Square, known for hearty classics, period interiors and folk-inspired atmosphere.
Casual venue specialising in maczanka krakowska and other local sandwiches. A good stop for classic Kraków street-food flavours.
Well-known Jewish-style restaurant in Kazimierz serving Polish and regional dishes in a lively, rustic setting with evening music.
Budget-friendly for city breaks; hotels, meals and public transport usually cost less than in major Western European tourist cities.
About 10% in restaurants for good service. Round up in cafés and taxis or add a small tip; check the bill for any service charge.
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Kraków Airport railway station -> Kraków Główny
The southern Polish city of Krakow is a medieval metropolis, famed for the glorious architecture of its old town. The city of Barcelona and Krakow are separated by a flight distance of approximately 1,677 kilometers. A direct flight from Barcelona to Krakow will take around two hours and 50 minutes. Several airlines offer flights with connections and layovers from Barcelona to Krakow, with flight durations of around 4-5 hours available a few times a week. Flight times for a connecting service could be longer depending on the flight's waiting time as well as the number of the connecting destinations. The average duration for a connecting flight between these two cities is 10 hours and 22 minutes.
Multiple airlines operate flights from Barcelona to Krakow every week, including Ukraine Intl. Airlines, Air France, British Airways, vueling, KLM, Openskies, Ryanair, LOT Polish Airlines, Brussels Airlines, Transavia, and Norwegian Air Shuttle. Airlines that operate stopover flights between Barcelona to Krakow include KLM via Amsterdam, Eurowings, and Austrian via Vienna, Lufthansa via Munich, Brussels Airlines via Brussels, and SWISS via Zurich.
The distance from Barcelona to Krakow is 1,677 kilometers. A direct flight from Barcelona to Krakow takes approximately two hours 50 minutes. Ryanair and vueling are the only airlines that operate direct flights between these two cities. The duration of connecting flights from Barcelona to Krakow is about four to five hours for one-stop destinations. Connecting flights from Barcelona to Krakow with more than one stopover can take more than 11 hours.
The various airlines operating from Barcelona to Krakow offer several direct and connecting flights weekly. There is only one direct flight from Barcelona to Krakow and it is offered by different airlines depending on the day of the week. vueling, for instance, provides two direct flights every week on Monday and Thursday, while Ryanair offers three direct flights weekly on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. Every day there are around five indirect services with a travel time of under five hours.
Departure airport: flights on this route usually depart from Barcelona El Prat Airport. The airport is located in El Prat, approximately 12 kilometers south of the city center. Passengers can quickly get to the airport through the regular Aerobus services with A1 running to terminal 1 and A2 to terminal 2. The Aerobus departs from Placa de Catalunya, the most famous city square in Barcelona, every 20 minutes and takes around 35 minutes to reach its destination. Travelers can also use the metro line L9 Sud to go to the airport. RENFE commuter trains run from the Placa Espanya city center to T2 and take around 25 minutes. Airport facilities include free WiFi, duty-free shops, international restaurants, bars, cafes, ATMs, currency exchange, and passenger lounges with charging points for electronic devices.
Arrival airport: services on this route land at John Paul II International Airport. The airport is located 11 kilometers west of Krakow city center in southern Poland. The SKA1 suburban line train operates from the airport to the city center in a journey that takes around 17 minutes. Public buses link the airport to downtown Krakow via line 208 every hour, line 252 every 30 minutes, and line 902 during the night. It takes about 30-40 minutes to travel from the airport to the city center using public buses. Bus services offer the most value for money travel option. Some of the facilities at the airport include banking services, duty-free shops, restaurants, a pharmacy, and car rentals, and free WiFi.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to Kraków by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Kraków, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Barcelona to Kraków flights use the Barcelona El Prat Airport to John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice airport pair. Use this guide to compare Barcelona and Kraków airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Barcelona El Prat Airport is 3 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
Barcelona El Prat Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for an unlimited time. ATMs are located throughout both terminals, offering services from various banks.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Barcelona El Prat Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Barcelona El Prat Airport: Elevators, ramps.
John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice is 1 km from Kraków city centre. Public transport options include:
John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the arrivals and departures areas.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice: Ramps, assistance.
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