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Direct flights are available between O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and John Paul II International Airport (KRK). LOT Polish Airlines offers direct flights on selected days of the week. However, other airlines like Swiss Air, United Airlines, and Lufthansa offer one-stop flights in Zurich, Munich, and Frankfurt.

The best way to get from the airport to the city center is to use the train services offered at the airport. The Kraków Airport train station is close to the passenger terminal behind the vast car park. The station is connected to the terminal building via a footbridge to make access to the station easier. You can also opt to use the airports' taxi services which you have to book online on arrival.

O'Hare International (ORD) has accessible restrooms, showers, and other required ADA services for people with mobility challenges. The airport has a motorized passenger lift that gives access to the rooms, an adult changing table, and completely accessible showers (which include a roll-in shower). You can also call your airline of choice 72h before your flight if you need special in-flight care.

John Paul II International Airport (KRK) has several currency exchange counters located at Level 0 of the main terminal in the arrivals hall near the check-in area for international arrivals and departures. These exchange points make it easier for international travelers traveling into or out of KRK to exchange their currency before leaving the airport.

Among airlines operating Chicago to Krakow flights:

• LOT: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Only LOT operates flights between Chicago and Krakow.

Flights from Chicago to Krakow may depart from several airports in Chicago area, including Chicago Midway (MDW), Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and Chicago Greater Rockford (RFD). Flights usually arrive at Krakow J. Paul II Balice (KRK).

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• LOT: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• JetBlue: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Business Class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

Three cabin classes are available on flights from Chicago to Krakow:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $592 round-trip via London Heathrow (LHR), compared to $994 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $70–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

One-stop flights from Chicago to Krakow most commonly connect through:

• Warsaw Frederic Chopin (WAW) - 27% of one-stop connections
• Frankfurt am Main (FRA) - 18% of one-stop connections
• Helsinki-Vantaa (HEL) - 18% of one-stop connections
• Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) - 12% of one-stop connections

Warsaw Frederic Chopin (WAW) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 16% on the Chicago to Krakow route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $748 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $881, a difference of $133. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Chicago to Krakow route, 27% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 3 hours 12 minutes.

Some of the most popular sights in Krakow are Krakow Old Town, Krakow City Centre and Main Market Square. These are among the most viewed places in Krakow on KAYAK.

These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Chicago to Krakow:

• Earliest: departs at 5:10 pm and lands at 2:25 am
• Latest: departs at 10:55 pm and lands at 8:10 am.

The flight takes about 9h 15m.

Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 8% above the route average of $808. Book 7 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

A nonstop flight from Chicago to Krakow takes 9h 15m, covering 4,720 miles.

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

One-way fares from Chicago to Krakow are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $365, which is 40% below the typical average for this route.

LOT is the only airline operating Chicago to Krakow flights. 73% of its flights are on time.

Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

Flying via Warsaw Frederic Chopin (WAW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 12h 23m, compared with 12h 29m via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) and 12h 42m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA).

Krakow is 7 hours ahead of Chicago (Central European Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Krakow J. Paul II Balice Airport (KRK) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $1 for economy cars. Top options include:
• Flex To Go
• Wheego
• Express Rent a Car
• Kaizen Rent A Car Inc
• Viaggiare Rent

Round-trip flights from Chicago to Krakow range from $647 to $1,008, with an average of $808 over the past 12 months. Anything below $647 counts as a good deal.