Airport Comparison
| KRK | LYR | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | John Paul II International Airport Kraków-Balice Airport | Svalbard Airport Longyear |
| IATA Code | KRK | LYR |
| ICAO Code | EPKK | ENSB |
| City | Kraków | Longyearbyen |
| Country | Poland | Norway |
| Timezone | Europe/Warsaw | Arctic/Longyearbyen |
| Elevation | 791 ft | 88 ft |
| Coordinates | 50.080000, 19.780000 | 78.250000, 15.470000 |
Kraków (KRK) to Longyearbyen (LYR) Flight Distance
The flight distance from John Paul II International Airport Kraków-Balice Airport (KRK) in Kraków, Poland to Svalbard Airport Longyear (LYR) in Longyearbyen, Norway is 3,137 kilometers (1,949 miles / 1,694 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north at a heading of 358°.
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 Norway. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 14:46 in Kraków, it's 14:46 in Longyearbyen.
The return flight from Longyearbyen (LYR) to Kraków (KRK) follows a heading of 174° (south). 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 Svalbard Airport Longyear (LYR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.