Airport Comparison
| KRK | XKH | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | John Paul II International Airport Kraków-Balice Airport | Xieng Khouang Airport |
| IATA Code | KRK | XKH |
| ICAO Code | EPKK | VLXK |
| City | Kraków | Xieng Khouang |
| Country | Poland | Laos |
| Timezone | Europe/Warsaw | Asia/Vientiane |
| Elevation | 791 ft | 3,445 ft |
| Coordinates | 50.080000, 19.780000 | 19.450000, 103.160000 |
Kraków (KRK) to Xieng Khouang (XKH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from John Paul II International Airport Kraków-Balice Airport (KRK) in Kraków, Poland to Xieng Khouang Airport (XKH) in Xieng Khouang, Laos is 7,898 kilometers (4,907 miles / 4,264 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east at a heading of 82°.
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 Laos. 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 23:39 in Kraków, it's 05:39 in Xieng Khouang. With a 6-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 2,654 feet between the two airports. Xieng Khouang Airport sits higher than John Paul II International Airport Kraków-Balice Airport.
The return flight from Xieng Khouang (XKH) to Kraków (KRK) follows a heading of 318° (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 Xieng Khouang Airport (XKH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.