KRK - Kraków John Paul II International Airport
Krakow, Poland
IATA Code: KRK · Krakow, Poland
The airport code KRK is the IATA identifier for Kraków John Paul II International Airport. You may also find it referred to as Krakow Airport (KRK).
Kraków John Paul II International Airport (KRK) serves Krakow, Poland, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
KRK is the IATA airport code for Kraków John Paul II International Airport, located in Krakow, Poland. The airport is situated at coordinates 50.0777°N, 19.7848°E. The current jet fuel price in the Europe region is $5.51/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Europe)
$5.51/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- KRK
- City
- Krakow
- Country
- Poland
- Timezone
- Europe/Warsaw
- Latitude
- 50.0777°
- Longitude
- 19.7848°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from KRK
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| KTW - Katowice | 67 km | $1,034 | $2/passenger |
| TAT - Poprad | 116 km | $1,790 | $4/passenger |
| ILZ - Žilina | 126 km | $1,944 | $4/passenger |
| OSR - Ostrava | 127 km | $1,959 | $4/passenger |
| RZE - Rzeszow | 159 km | $2,453 | $5/passenger |
| SLD - Sliac | 167 km | $2,576 | $5/passenger |
| RDO - RADOM | 177 km | $2,731 | $5/passenger |
| LCJ - Lodz | 185 km | $2,854 | $6/passenger |
| PRV - Prerov | 186 km | $2,870 | $6/passenger |
| KSC - Kosice | 189 km | $2,916 | $6/passenger |
| UHE - Kunovice | 205 km | $3,163 | $6/passenger |
| PZY - Piestany | 215 km | $3,317 | $7/passenger |
| WRO - Wroclaw | 234 km | $3,610 | $7/passenger |
| UDJ - Uzhgorod | 241 km | $3,718 | $7/passenger |
| LUZ - Lublin | 244 km | $3,764 | $8/passenger |
| BRQ - Brno | 245 km | $3,780 | $8/passenger |
| WAW - Warsaw | 246 km | $3,795 | $8/passenger |
| WMI - Warsaw | 271 km | $4,181 | $8/passenger |
| BTS - Bratislava | 283 km | $4,366 | $9/passenger |
| PED - Pardubice | 289 km | $4,459 | $9/passenger |
| BUD - Budapest | 297 km | $4,582 | $9/passenger |
| LWO - Lvov | 300 km | $4,628 | $9/passenger |
| BXP - Biała Podlaska | 317 km | $4,891 | $10/passenger |
| DEB - Debrecen | 318 km | $4,906 | $10/passenger |
| VIE - Vienna | 320 km | $4,937 | $10/passenger |
| POZ - Poznan | 332 km | $5,122 | $10/passenger |
| SUJ - Satu Mare | 348 km | $5,369 | $11/passenger |
| BZG - Bydgoszcz | 358 km | $5,523 | $11/passenger |
| IEG - Zielona Gora | 360 km | $5,554 | $11/passenger |
| BQT - Brest | 365 km | $5,631 | $11/passenger |
| OMR - Oradea | 373 km | $5,755 | $12/passenger |
| IFO - Ivano-Frankivsk | 378 km | $5,832 | $12/passenger |
| BAY - Baia Mare | 381 km | $5,878 | $12/passenger |
| VOD - Vodochody | 384 km | $5,924 | $12/passenger |
| SZY - Szczytno-Szymany | 387 km | $5,971 | $12/passenger |
| PRG - Prague | 394 km | $6,079 | $12/passenger |
| UCK - Lutsk | 410 km | $6,325 | $13/passenger |
| CBU - Cottbus | 419 km | $6,464 | $13/passenger |
| SOB - Sármellék | 424 km | $6,541 | $13/passenger |
| TZR - Columbus | 432 km | $6,665 | $13/passenger |
| DRS - Dresden | 440 km | $6,788 | $14/passenger |
| ARW - Arad | 447 km | $6,896 | $14/passenger |
| RWN - Rivne | 455 km | $7,020 | $14/passenger |
| LNZ - Linz | 456 km | $7,035 | $14/passenger |
| CLJ - Cluj-napoca | 466 km | $7,189 | $14/passenger |
| GRZ - Graz | 469 km | $7,236 | $14/passenger |
| PEV - Pécs-Pogány | 469 km | $7,236 | $14/passenger |
| IES - Riesa | 472 km | $7,282 | $15/passenger |
| GDN - Gdansk | 486 km | $7,498 | $15/passenger |
| TSR - Timisoara | 488 km | $7,529 | $15/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your KRK Flights
Jet fuel typically accounts for 25-35% of airline operating costs. When fuel prices rise due to global events like conflicts or supply disruptions, airlines pass these costs to passengers through fuel surcharges.
Currently, the Europe region has jet fuel priced at $5.51/gallon. This is approximately 108% higher than normal due to Brent crude elevated. EIA Gulf Coast jet fuel at $5.21/gal (2026-05-16). Airlines implementing surcharges globally. IATA reports $175/barrel global average.
Tips to Save on Flights from KRK
- Book during periods of lower fuel prices (typically Q1)
- Choose airlines with fuel-efficient aircraft (787, A350)
- Consider nearby alternative airports
- Book direct flights to avoid multiple fuel surcharges
Climate & Weather at Krakow
Krakow experiences a temperate climate with distinct seasons. Summers are generally pleasant (18-28°C / 64-82°F), while winters can be cold and may bring snow or ice that occasionally affects flight schedules. Travelers arriving in winter should be prepared for potential weather-related delays and dress in warm layers.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through KRK
As a European airport, KRK falls within the Europe fuel pricing zone. European airports typically offer excellent rail and public transit connections to city centers. If traveling within the Schengen Area, border checks are minimal for intra-Schengen flights. Travelers from outside the EU/Schengen zone should ensure visa requirements are met before departure.
Planning Your Trip via KRK
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Kraków John Paul II International Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from KRK
- Fuel impact awareness: The Europe region currently prices jet fuel at $5.51/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to KRK are KTW, TAT, ILZ — consider these for potentially lower fares