Airport Comparison
| KRK | XWA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | John Paul II International Airport Kraków-Balice Airport | Williston Basin International Airport |
| IATA Code | KRK | XWA |
| ICAO Code | EPKK | KXWA |
| City | Kraków | Williston |
| Country | Poland | United States |
| Timezone | Europe/Warsaw | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 791 ft | 2,356 ft |
| Coordinates | 50.080000, 19.780000 | 48.260000, -103.750000 |
Kraków (KRK) to Williston (XWA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from John Paul II International Airport Kraków-Balice Airport (KRK) in Kraków, Poland to Williston Basin International Airport (XWA) in Williston, United States is 7,822 kilometers (4,861 miles / 4,224 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northwest at a heading of 324°.
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 12:50 in Kraków, it's 05:50 in Williston. With a 7-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 1,565 feet between the two airports. Williston Basin International Airport sits higher than John Paul II International Airport Kraków-Balice Airport.
The return flight from Williston (XWA) to Kraków (KRK) follows a heading of 35° (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 Williston Basin International Airport (XWA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.