The flight distance from John Paul II International Airport Kraków-Balice Airport (KRK) in Kraków, Poland to Sterling Municipal Airport (STK) in Sterling, United States is 8,505 kilometers (5,285 miles / 4,593 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northwest at a heading of 319°.

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 14:42 in Kraków, it's 06:42 in Sterling. 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 3,247 feet between the two airports. Sterling Municipal Airport sits higher than John Paul II International Airport Kraków-Balice Airport.

The return flight from Sterling (STK) to Kraków (KRK) follows a heading of 34° (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 Sterling Municipal Airport (STK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.