Balice to Nottingham, Leicestershire (KRK–EMA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
KRK–EMA is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Ryanair and Jet2 lead the route. The flight covers 925 miles in approximately 2h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 13 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FR Ryanair | 6 | 73H | 2h30 | – | – | – |
| LS Jet2 | 2 | 73H | 2h40 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Nottingham, Leicestershire from Balice
| Metric | KRK→EMA | WRO→EMA |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from KRK | – | 146 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 8 | 6 |
| Flight time | 2h 30m | 2h 10m |
Travel Essentials
KRK: CET · EMA: GMT
When it's 6:00 PM in Balice, it's 5:00 PM in Nottingham, Leicestershire.
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KRK–EMA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from KRK to EMA
Kraków John Paul II International Airport (KRK) and East Midlands Airport (EMA) are connected by nonstop service from Ryanair and Jet2. With 8 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
KRK to EMA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from KRK to EMA ranges from 2 hours 30 minutes to 2 hours 40 minutes. The route covers a distance of 925 miles (1,489 km). There are approximately 8 weekly flights outbound and 6 return, totaling 14 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
13 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 12 hours via BFS. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Wrocław (WRO).