Istanbul to Balice (IST–KRK) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
IST–KRK is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Turkish Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 745 miles in approximately 2h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 55 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TK Turkish Airlines | 5 | 73J | 2h20 | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
IST: +03 · KRK: CET
When it's 6:00 PM in Istanbul, it's 4:00 PM in Balice.
Turkish passport holders need a Schengen visa to enter Poland. Apply at the Polish embassy or VFS Global center in Turkey. The visa allows stays up to 90 days within any 180-day period across the entire Schengen area. Required documents include passport photos, bank statements, flight bookings, hotel reservations, and travel insurance covering at least EUR 30,000. The fee is EUR 80 for adults. Processing takes around 15 business days. Passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the planned departure from the Schengen area.
Istanbul Metro M11 Gayrettepe–İstanbul Havalimanı line connects the airport to the broader metro network; from Gayrettepe (Mecidiyeköy/Levent area) the journey is about 35 minutes (₺60–70 with Istanbulkart). The line runs roughly 5am to midnight.Havaist express buses serve Taksim, Kadıköy, and other major hubs (₺50–80, 45–90 minutes depending on traffic). Taxis use a meter; expect ₺400–600 from Taksim or Sultanahmet. The airport is 35km northwest of the city; traffic on the O-7 motorway can be severe during peak hours.
IST–KRK Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IST to KRK
İstanbul Airport (IST) and Kraków John Paul II International Airport (KRK) are connected by nonstop service from Turkish Airlines. With 5 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
IST to KRK Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IST to KRK ranges from 2 hours 20 minutes. The route covers a distance of 745 miles (1,199 km). There are approximately 5 weekly flights outbound and 14 return, totaling 19 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
55 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 8 hours via LPL. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.