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Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Chicago to Krakow that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Wed, Oct 15 - Tue, Oct 21
United Airlines Logo
4:00 pm - 10:35 amORD-KRK
11h 35m1 stop
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1:05 pm - 11:00 amKRK-ORD
28h 55m1 stop
$550United Airlines
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Fri, Oct 24 - Fri, Nov 7
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6:35 pm - 6:25 pmORD-KRK
16h 50m1 stop
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6:00 am - 1:10 pmKRK-ORD
14h 10m1 stop
$551United Airlines
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Sun, Oct 19 - Sun, Nov 2
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5:10 pm - 9:30 amORD-KRK
9h 20mnonstop
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8:45 am - 8:00 pmKRK-ORD
18h 15m1 stop
$552LOT
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Mon, Dec 8 - Wed, Dec 17
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6:00 am - 1:30 pmMDW-KRK
24h 30m2 stops
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12:25 pm - 12:34 pmKRK-MDW
31h 09m2 stops
$552Delta
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Mon, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 28
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12:55 pm - 2:05 pmORD-KRK
18h 10m2 stops
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2:40 pm - 3:00 pmKRK-ORD
30h 20m1 stop
$553Austrian Airlines
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Thu, Oct 9 - Sun, Oct 19
LOT Logo
5:10 pm - 9:30 amORD-KRK
9h 20mnonstop
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5:40 am - 7:40 pmKRK-ORD
21h 00m1 stop
$555LOT
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Sun, Oct 19 - Sun, Nov 2
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4:00 pm - 10:35 amORD-KRK
11h 35m1 stop
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12:50 pm - 8:05 pmKRK-ORD
14h 15m1 stop
$556Lufthansa
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Sat, Oct 25 - Sat, Nov 8
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10:50 pm - 4:50 pmORD-KRK
12h 00m1 stop
Lufthansa Logo
6:10 am - 6:26 pmKRK-ORD
19h 16m2 stops
$558Lufthansa
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Sun, Nov 23 - Sun, Nov 30
Turkish Airlines Logo
11:50 am - 6:35 pmORD-KRK
23h 45m1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
9:15 am - 10:05 amKRK-ORD
31h 50m1 stop
$563Turkish Airlines
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Fri, Nov 14 - Thu, Nov 20
Finnair Logo
8:40 pm - 8:10 amORD-KRK
28h 30m2 stops
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8:55 am - 2:30 pmKRK-ORD
36h 35m2 stops
$585Finnair
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There are direct flights from Chicago to Krakow 3 days a week: Tue, Thu, Sun.
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Cheapest round-trip
$550
Typical prices: $573-778
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ORD - KRK • 1 stop
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$564
Typical prices: $771-1015
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Thu 10/9Fri 10/24
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Chicago to Krakow flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Chicago to Krakow to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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Planning a trip from Chicago to Krakow? KAYAK’s data-powered insights will help you find cheap flights. Learn the best time to fly, how early to book your ticket, and other tips to secure great prices.

What is the cheapest Chicago to Krakow flight route?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest return flight from Chicago to Krakow costs $541 on the route between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) and Krakow (KRK). It is also the most popular route.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago to Krakow?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Chicago to Krakow clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If you are looking for a flight deal from Chicago to Krakow, look for departures on Sundays and avoid leaving on a Saturday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Krakow, Sunday is the cheapest day to fly and Wednesday is the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Krakow?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Chicago to Krakow, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Chicago to Krakow is February, where tickets cost $577 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,142 and $1,117 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago to Krakow?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Chicago to Krakow, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Chicago to Krakow, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 14% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 5 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$228
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 18% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 43% increase in price.
Flight from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Krakow

When to book flights from Chicago to Krakow

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Chicago to Krakow based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Chicago to Krakow

  • Are there direct flights between Chicago and Kraków?

    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.

  • What is the best way to get from KRK to the city?

    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.

  • What services are there for people with limited mobility?

    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.

  • Does KRK airport have currency exchange services?

    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.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Chicago to Krakow?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Chicago to Krakow was $228 for a one-way ticket and $550 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Chicago and Krakow?

    A passport is required to fly from Chicago to Krakow.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Chicago to Krakow?

    Chicago is served by 3 major airports and there is only 1 main airport in Krakow. You will leave Chicago from one of these airports: Chicago Midway, Chicago O'Hare Intl, or Chicago Greater Rockford. You will be arriving at Krakow J. Paul II Balice.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Chicago to Krakow?

    All the following airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Chicago to Krakow flight route: Finnair, Iberia, British Airways, JetBlue, Lufthansa, United Airlines, and American Airlines.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Chicago to Krakow?

    The Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Chicago to Krakow flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Chicago to Krakow?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between Chicago and Krakow.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Chicago to Krakow?

    You can catch a nonstop flight from Chicago to Krakow on on Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Chicago to Krakow, Delta or KLM?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Chicago to Krakow are Delta and KLM. With an average price for the route of $794 and an overall rating of 7.9, Delta is the most popular choice. KLM is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $719 and an overall rating of 7.8.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Chicago to Krakow?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Chicago to Krakow.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Chicago to Krakow?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Krakow from Chicago is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Chicago to Krakow?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Krakow with an airline and back to Chicago with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Chicago to Krakow?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Krakow from Chicago up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Chicago to Krakow

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $577 or less one-way and $686 or less round-trip.
  • When flying internationally out of Chicago, you can utilize either of the two major Chicago airports — O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Midway International Airport (MDW). ORD normally has more traffic than MDW. Thus, it would be wise to travel through MDW as it is easier to navigate due to lower traffic.
  • If you have scheduled an early morning flight from O'Hare International Airport (ORD), you can choose to spend the night at the onsite Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport Hotel. The hotel is located opposite Terminal 1-3. It is connected to the domestic terminals by subway and the international terminal (5) by the Airport Transit System.
  • O'Hare International Airport (ORD) has a world-class family lounge you can use while traveling with kids. The lounge is located in Terminal 2 near Gate F1, just after security. It features a designated kids' play area with stroller parking. The lounge also has a colorful seating arrangement with device charging stations.
  • John Paul II International Airport (KRK) is the second biggest airport in the country and serves as the hub of LOT Polish Airlines. From the airport, you can easily access cities such as Krakow, Warsaw, Cracow, Wieliczka, Skawina, Krzesowice, and Trezebinia.
  • The John Paul II International Airport (KRK) has an animal playground next to the Open Air Car Park (P2). The park has drinking fountains, benches, and pet obstacles such as fences, a ramp, and jumps. You can keep your pet busy here, while you are still at the airport.

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Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Chicago to Krakow J. Paul II Balice.
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Krakow J. Paul II Balice to Chicago

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Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Chicago to Krakow

 
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7.6
LOTOverall score based on 1114 reviews
8.2Crew
7.2Food
7.5Comfort
7.0Entertainment
7.6Boarding
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Boarding was delayed for an unknown reason for more than an hour. While the airplane was at the gate, the boarding time was moved by 10-20 minutes every 15 minutes. No entertainment on the plane.

6.0 GoodMariusz, Sep 2025WAW - KRK
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Boarding was delayed for an unknown reason for more than an hour. While the airplane was at the gate, the boarding time was moved by 10-20 minutes every 15 minutes. No entertainment on the plane.

The flight itself was pleasant and on time. Crew was very good. However, breakfast food was barely acceptable. Unfortunately this satisfies the recent industry standards. I asked for a sandwich with ham (another choice was cheese), but received a sandwich with roast beef.

During the flight, the fleas biting me in the plane.

Delay rushed to the next plane and bags didn’t arrive in chicago

Boarding could've been improved a bit, the rest is excellent.

Agents helping disable person doesnt know connections to Poland and after 9 agents helping and 2hours ,we made it to proper terminal. Polish Dreamliner its Polish nightmare liner with so narrow seats and no room under front seat for bag and feet,in economy class.To upgrade, to higher standart cost an arm and leg ,even there are empty seats No good experience overall

The crew and flight were amazing . However , my bag’s locker got broken and no refund provided . Everything else was amazing except this bad incident that ruined my experience

Checking in took very long for whatever reason. Flight comfort these days is always poor so… Crew was great thought!

The seats are small and the movie selection was disappointing. However, the food was excellent and the cabin crew was attentive and kind.

The customer service rep on chat refused carrying golf set at no charge that is customary for LOT and others. I wanted yo carry just ONE club not even full set! Web check in was nightmare. Most horrible lounge at warsaw. To call it business class is a BIG exaggeration. Rude staff warsaw to nyc. Seats uncomfortable and not flat as is now customary. Bad content and entertainment system.

Great. It was awesome to have boarding from the front and back of the plane as it made the process go very quickly

It was okay. The airplane was a little smaller than a flight from Thailand to Helsinki.

Wish that everyone would board the back of the plane first. Also let kids on first. The gate wasn’t open at arrival and we waited 45 minutes to takeoff. They made up for time in the air.

We had an excellent trip with Finnair. This was our first time and we’re very pleased. The only issue was with the boarding - it was a little bit confusing and needs a little bit of streamlining.

Crew very lovely. Arrived an hour late due to bad weather. We were given new tickets to an other flight but it could have been organised better, so we did not have to run through the whole airport to.

Flight delayed over an hour. They said they would hold our connection but then did not.

Major problems checking in at Alaska counter. They could not find our booking code because it came from Finnair.

Do not use KAYAK or Finair for future travel. Unless you purchase the tickets directly from the airline, you were going to have a difficult time checking in. Kayak canceled my flights twice and ended up causing great difficulty in me getting back from Europe because they double sold my tickets between American Airlines and Finair. The event caused significant delays and led to me having to rebook my flights.

The staff were all particularly great. The plane was clean and fresh. The bassinet worked great. It was all very nice.

Boarding uncomfortable. Stewardess said I would have to check my carry on as there was no room in the overhead bins. Another passenger helped me find a spot.

Once we got in the air the pilot made up some of the time of the delay. So that was really nice.

We had a layover from YVR to Denver. We bought 4 bottles of Absolut Vodka at the YVR Duty Free for $116.20, after going through security and American Customs Pre Clearance at YVR, Vancouver. When we landed in Denver, United put us behind the American Customs as well as TSA again for some reason. We were forced to go through American Customs and TSA again. TSA confiscated our rightfully owned Duty Free Absolut Vodka bottles. Because United incorrectly forced our flight behind American border and TSA again, we missed the connecting flight. After United put us on a later flight, we eventually arrived in Chicago very late, with hardly any sleep. I am looking for compensation from United for our incorrectly confiscated Absolut Vodka bottles worth $116.20, as well as compensation for incorrectly putting us behind American Customs and TSA again, causing us to miss our connecting flight, making us arrive extremely late in Chicago.

Excellent flight. Boarding was efficient and departure was on time. Smooth flight with on time arrival. Deplaning was also efficient.

It was delayed instead of departing at 9:20pm, we departed at 11pm… putting us in Columbus after 2am! It was awful. Had I known about the delay, I could have spent some time in the United Lounge… I was starving because I started my journey in Budapest… so I was exhausted and hungry. Plus I had to make new arrangements to be picked up at the airport in Columbus, instead of midnight it was 2:30 am after getting luggage and out of airport. Not feasible. I would have just stayed in Chicago for the night and gotten a morning flight.

It was great, I’m very grateful for the pilots and crew flight attendants for everything.

Evidently, my seat had the only broken TV. I couldn’t plug it in, get it to come on, or watch anything, and of course, no one could fix it while we were on the plane. The service was good and the boarding was quick

The boarding of took of late.The presentation of the food was horrable as was the tast of the food was cold and tastless.

Delay and keep changing gates. I have to run around from B to C then to E.

I was charged for my daughters bag when I am supposed to receive two free checked bags with my United Explorer card.

The schedule to Moline changed 5 times. The gate changed 6 times. That is a pathetic way to run an airline. No wonder that no one in our company flies on United Express to or from Moline. Changes happen most of the time. I learned my lesson on this trip…never again!

3 hour weather delay followed by 1 hour (and counting) maintenance delay. UGH!

After we'd boarded , they canceled the flight. The crew didn't even know , we just all received text messages. Then after they deplaned us , AA was just like "too bad, go F your self, we sure ain't gonna help you"

After a two hour delay, my flight was CANCELLED! No pilot available. Such BS.

Amazing food, great staff, with one noticable detail missing ...but no seat entertainment in any of aircraft ...I am not a fan

I wish American Airlines would change the airline industry by loading the plane back to front instead of front to back. Planes would board so much more smoothly and quickly.

I have long legs, my foot was out in the aisle and when a flight attendant came walking by and I didn't notice, instead of saying "excuse me" or anything like that, she kicked my foot. Extremely rude

Excellent! The gate agents were kind enough to rebook me on an earlier flight saving me from a 6 hour layover. Even my luggage made it despite the fact that the connection was technically too narrow. The flight itself was very comfortable, roomy, and clean. Plenty of space for my carryon items with plugs to charge my phone. After a long international flight of 14 hours, this was an excellent way to end my travels!

Great experience. Flight boarded easily. Departed early. Smooth flight. Great arrival in DC--almost no taxing! Almost direct to gate from runway. Crew was terrific. Same cookies and beverages in main cabin. I did not use the entertainment system on this flight.

This particular flight wasn't very full at the back, so there were three seats available for spreading out and getting relatively comfortable

Most of the delay was due to weather which is not what was at issue here. One delay was due to a missing flashlight and in the end the flashlight was actually found on the plane. The entertainment system is very limited. Live TV options offer only a few channels that are not very appealing. Boarding and deplaning are always difficult. It just takes too much time to get on and off the plane. On the plus side, I missed my connecting flight, but was easily able to book a later flight from the app while enroute.

I liked Quiet people around me. Crew could have helped people with overhead luggage so they aren't moving other peoples bags around and causing problems for people that had there bags there first

The flight and crew were good. The customer experience on the ground could have been better. We had to reschedule our flight because of a delay on the previous flight. The attendants working the desk in Washington DC were not helpful. They told us to scan a QR code and that would get us rebooked. Why couldn't two people standing at their computers do this? We had to chat with someone to get everything figured out. It was extremely confusing.

The plane was delayed by two hours in Chicago which led to us missing the next flight. Lufthansa rebooked the flight and booked us a hotel for the night in Frankfurt. The level of customer service and getting us taken care of was superb. The flight crew and the service on the ground was superb.

It was a short flight, everything was good with it.

Flight was delayed over one hour and I had to pay to select my seat, even though my booking supposedly had free selection (I paid extra for this at time of booking)

Stop charging for alcohol overseas flights and start taking cash again not everyone wants to pay with card if the person is bigger give him seat on the outside seats not the middle in between the people is common sense and mainly if you fly for Lufthansa provides the sam service and experience...

Pathetic - boarded us on buses for transport to the plane then had us wait for over half an hour before we could board...because they needed time to clean the plane; something they knew before we got on the bus. Further, by the time we could board, there were 3 buses full of people waiting so boarding was a crowded mess.

good entertainment package but rather small seats for business class

The male attendant has zero personality. It seemed like he was over worked or hated his job, not once did he smile or made any contact with the people on the plane. Strictly business and call it a day!

Booked Economy but it translated to economy light for Lufthansa so now we are stuck paying an extra $75 per person both ways for our checked bags. If I had known that, I would have never booked these tickets because it came out to be more than other options. The booking in the kayak side clearly says Economy and has a link to the inormation for Lufthansa which states Economy included a checked bag. Super annoyed about that.

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