The flight distance from John Paul II International Airport Kraków-Balice Airport (KRK) in Kraków, Poland to Kars Airport (KSY) in Kars, Turkey is 2,097 kilometers (1,303 miles / 1,132 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying east southeast at a heading of 111°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Poland with Turkey. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 18:11 in Kraków, it's 20:11 in Kars.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,098 feet between the two airports. Kars Airport sits higher than John Paul II International Airport Kraków-Balice Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Kars (KSY) to Kraków (KRK) follows a heading of 308° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the John Paul II International Airport Kraków-Balice Airport (KRK) and Kars Airport (KSY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.