Airport Comparison
| KRK | MDZ | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | John Paul II International Airport Kraków-Balice Airport | El Plumerillo Airport |
| IATA Code | KRK | MDZ |
| ICAO Code | EPKK | SAME |
| City | Kraków | Mendoza |
| Country | Poland | Argentina |
| Timezone | Europe/Warsaw | America/Argentina/Mendoza |
| Elevation | 791 ft | 2,310 ft |
| Coordinates | 50.080000, 19.780000 | -32.830000, -68.790000 |
Kraków (KRK) to Mendoza (MDZ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from John Paul II International Airport Kraków-Balice Airport (KRK) in Kraków, Poland to El Plumerillo Airport (MDZ) in Mendoza, Argentina is 12,646 kilometers (7,858 miles / 6,828 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying west southwest at a heading of 247°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting Poland with Argentina. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 22:26 in Kraków, it's 18:26 in Mendoza. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,519 feet between the two airports. El Plumerillo Airport sits higher than John Paul II International Airport Kraków-Balice Airport.
The return flight from Mendoza (MDZ) to Kraków (KRK) follows a heading of 44° (northeast). 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 El Plumerillo Airport (MDZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.