Airport Comparison
| KRK | YXH | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | John Paul II International Airport Kraków-Balice Airport | Medicine Hat Airport |
| IATA Code | KRK | YXH |
| ICAO Code | EPKK | CYXH |
| City | Kraków | Medicine Hat |
| Country | Poland | Canada |
| Timezone | Europe/Warsaw | America/Edmonton |
| Elevation | 791 ft | 2,352 ft |
| Coordinates | 50.080000, 19.780000 | 50.020000, -110.720000 |
Kraków (KRK) to Medicine Hat (YXH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from John Paul II International Airport Kraków-Balice Airport (KRK) in Kraków, Poland to Medicine Hat Airport (YXH) in Medicine Hat, Canada is 7,933 kilometers (4,929 miles / 4,283 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, 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 Canada. 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 08:57 in Kraków, it's 00:57 in Medicine Hat. 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 1,561 feet between the two airports. Medicine Hat Airport sits higher than John Paul II International Airport Kraków-Balice Airport.
The return flight from Medicine Hat (YXH) to Kraków (KRK) follows a heading of 31° (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 Medicine Hat Airport (YXH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.