The flight distance from John Paul II International Airport Kraków-Balice Airport (KRK) in Kraków, Poland to Shelby Airport (SBX) in Shelby, United States is 8,117 kilometers (5,044 miles / 4,383 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northwest at a heading of 329°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

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

Time zone information: When it's 20:40 in Kraków, it's 12:40 in Shelby. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,652 feet between the two airports. Shelby Airport sits higher than John Paul II International Airport Kraków-Balice Airport.

The return flight from Shelby (SBX) to Kraków (KRK) follows a heading of 30° (north 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 Shelby Airport (SBX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.