Are direct flights from Madrid to Kraków always the best option?

Direct flights offer convenience and save travel time, but they are not always the cheapest option. Flights with layovers can sometimes be more affordable, especially if you are willing to spend extra time in transit. Consider your priorities for cost versus convenience.

Can flexible travel dates help on Madrid to Kraków flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can significantly impact flight prices. Mid-week flights or those during off-peak seasons often have lower fares than weekend or holiday travel. Adjusting your departure or return by a few days may lead to considerable savings.

What extra costs should I check before booking Madrid to Kraków flights?

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Some airlines may also charge for printing boarding passes at the airport. Factor these into your total travel budget to avoid surprises.

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Madrid to Kraków: Overview

Insights for flights from Madrid to Kraków

Fares for cheap flights from Madrid to Kraków typically range from $207–$393, with a median price of $288. Right now, current fares are above the typical level, and only 4% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals for this route are infrequent — a price alert helps to track price changes.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Madrid to Kraków, you'll find that April stands out with a median fare of $168. July also offers competitive pricing, with a median of $188, closely followed by May at a median of $191.

Most itineraries for this route are connecting flights, with only 5.6% of recent fares being direct flights from Madrid to Kraków. For the majority of itineraries that involve connections, travelers typically encounter 2 stopovers.

A typical journey from Madrid to Kraków, including connections, takes approximately 10h 10m. For the few direct flights available, the flight time is around 3h 20m.

The distance between Madrid and Kraków is 2102 km, classifying this as a medium-haul route. This distance means you can expect a journey that is longer than a short domestic hop but shorter than an intercontinental flight.

How much is a round trip from Madrid to Kraków

Regular price: €114 - €290

Prices for flights from Madrid to Kraków are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between 114 EUR and 290 EUR. The current lowest deal is 83 EUR with Aero Services Executive, for travel from Jan 18-Feb 1.

now 83 €

Low 114 €

High 290 €

The cheapest time to fly from Madrid to Kraków

The cheapest month to fly from Madrid to Krakow is April, with a median price of $168. The most expensive month is October, with a median price of $359. Prices are generally lower from February to November.

April

Cheapest

Flights from 168 €

October

Most Expensive

Flights from 359 €

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Madrid to Kraków

Ryanair

Last-minute flights going from Madrid to Kraków

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

MAD - Kraków

Madrid (MAD) - Kraków (KRK)

Iberia Express

294 €

155 €

One-way

Wed, Oct 28

⌛ Last-Minute

MAD - Kraków

Madrid (MAD) - Kraków (KRK)

Air Europa

301 €

147 €

One-way

Wed, Oct 28

⌛ Last-Minute

MAD - Kraków

Madrid (MAD) - Kraków (KRK)

Iberia Express

296 €

148 €

One-way

Thu, Oct 29

⌛ Last-Minute

MAD - Kraków

Madrid (MAD) - Kraków (KRK)

Air Europa

297 €

146 €

One-way

Mon, Nov 2

⌛ Last-Minute

MAD - Kraków

Madrid (MAD) - Kraków (KRK)

Ryanair

242 €

122 €

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

MAD - Kraków

Madrid (MAD) - Kraków (KRK)

Ryanair

242 €

119 €

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Madrid to Kraków

2 nights

Oct 27 - Oct 29

300 € → 115 €

62%

1 night

Oct 29 - Oct 30

298 € → 119 €

60%

2 nights

Oct 28 - Oct 30

297 € → 125 €

58%

3 nights

Oct 27 - Oct 30

296 € → 125 €

58%

Popular Airports to fly from Madrid to Kraków

Madrid - Kraków route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level.

Recent fares for flights from Madrid to Kraków are near the typical level of $288.

📅 Best time to fly

April is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, April is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $168.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 3h 20m.

Direct flights from Madrid to Kraków typically take 3h 20m, while connecting flights average 10h 10m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Only 5.6% of recent flights from Madrid to Kraków are direct, making connecting flights dominant.

🏆 Airline highlight

Ryanair offers direct flights.

Ryanair is an airline that offers direct flights on the Madrid to Kraków route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route.

Deals for flights from Madrid to Kraków are rare, appearing in less than 4% of recent fares.

Madrid main airports to depart from

Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas (MAD)

Cheapest

Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport is a convenient option for flights from Madrid to Kraków.

📍 ~14 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~€61

Kraków main airports to arrive at

John Paul II International Airport Kraków–Balice (KRK)

Cheapest

Fly into John Paul II International Airport Kraków–Balice for convenient access to Kraków.

📍 ~12 km from city center (reachable by car, bus, or train)

💸 Flights from ~€64

Airports nearby Kraków used as alternative

Katowice International (KTW)

Katowice International is a useful alternative due to its proximity and extensive low-cost and charter flights.

📍 ~100 km from Kraków (reachable by bus/shuttle, car)

💸 Flights from ~€79

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Dec 12

Kraków, Poland

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$1,127

$658

Save $469

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Jan 22

Kraków, Poland

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$1,033

$658

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Business Class

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Nov 24

Kraków, Poland

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$1,066

$677

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Business Class

From MAD

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Dec 11

Kraków, Poland

83% AI deal score

$1,118

$698

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Business Class

From MAD

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Jan 23

Kraków, Poland

82% AI deal score

$983

$658

Save $325

KLM

Business Class

From MAD

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Jan 27

Kraków, Poland

82% AI deal score

$987

$658

Save $329

KLM

Business Class

From MAD

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Apr 06

Kraków, Poland

82% AI deal score

$985

$670

Save $315

KLM

Business Class

From MAD

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Apr 05

Kraków, Poland

71% AI deal score

$793

$703

Save $90

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Business Class

From MAD

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Apr 05

Kraków, Poland

70% AI deal score

$767

$703

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Business Class

From MAD

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Apr 07

Kraków, Poland

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$769

$703

Save $66

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Business Class

From MAD

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Apr 09

Kraków, Poland

70% AI deal score

$784

$703

Save $81

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Business Class

From MAD

Elite

Apr 08

Kraków, Poland

70% AI deal score

$777

$703

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Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Kraków

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking sites can often reveal better deals. Setting up price alerts may also notify you when fares drop.

Booking flights in advance, often several months ahead, may result in lower prices. However, prices can fluctuate, so monitoring fare trends can be beneficial. Last-minute deals are less common and usually carry higher risks.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes uncover more economical flight options. While it might involve additional ground transportation, the savings on airfare could be significant. Always factor in the total cost and travel time.

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Madrid to Kraków: Overview

Insights for flights from Madrid to Kraków

A typical journey from Madrid to Kraków, including connections, takes approximately 10h 10m. For the few direct flights available, the flight time is around 3h 20m.

How much is a round trip from Madrid to Kraków

Regular price: €114 - €290

Prices for flights from Madrid to Kraków are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between 114 EUR and 290 EUR. The current lowest deal is 83 EUR with Aero Services Executive, for travel from Jan 18-Feb 1.

now 83 €

Low 114 €

High 290 €

The cheapest time to fly from Madrid to Kraków

April

Cheapest

Flights from 168 €

October

Most Expensive

Flights from 359 €

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Madrid to Kraków

Ryanair

Last-minute flights going from Madrid to Kraków

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

MAD - Kraków

Madrid (MAD) - Kraków (KRK)

Iberia Express

294 €

155 €

One-way

Wed, Oct 28

⌛ Last-Minute

MAD - Kraków

Madrid (MAD) - Kraków (KRK)

Air Europa

301 €

147 €

One-way

Wed, Oct 28

⌛ Last-Minute

MAD - Kraków

Madrid (MAD) - Kraków (KRK)

Iberia Express

296 €

148 €

One-way

Thu, Oct 29

⌛ Last-Minute

MAD - Kraków

Madrid (MAD) - Kraków (KRK)

Air Europa

297 €

146 €

One-way

Mon, Nov 2

⌛ Last-Minute

MAD - Kraków

Madrid (MAD) - Kraków (KRK)

Ryanair

242 €

122 €

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

MAD - Kraków

Madrid (MAD) - Kraków (KRK)

Ryanair

242 €

119 €

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Madrid to Kraków

2 nights

Oct 27 - Oct 29

300 € → 115 €

62%

1 night

Oct 29 - Oct 30

298 € → 119 €

60%

2 nights

Oct 28 - Oct 30

297 € → 125 €

58%

3 nights

Oct 27 - Oct 30

296 € → 125 €

58%

Popular Airports to fly from Madrid to Kraków

Madrid - Kraków route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level.

Recent fares for flights from Madrid to Kraków are near the typical level of $288.

📅 Best time to fly

April is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, April is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $168.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 3h 20m.

Direct flights from Madrid to Kraków typically take 3h 20m, while connecting flights average 10h 10m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Only 5.6% of recent flights from Madrid to Kraków are direct, making connecting flights dominant.

🏆 Airline highlight

Ryanair offers direct flights.

Ryanair is an airline that offers direct flights on the Madrid to Kraków route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route.

Deals for flights from Madrid to Kraków are rare, appearing in less than 4% of recent fares.

Madrid main airports to depart from

Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas (MAD)

Cheapest

Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport is a convenient option for flights from Madrid to Kraków.

📍 ~14 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~€61

Kraków main airports to arrive at

John Paul II International Airport Kraków–Balice (KRK)

Cheapest

Fly into John Paul II International Airport Kraków–Balice for convenient access to Kraków.

📍 ~12 km from city center (reachable by car, bus, or train)

💸 Flights from ~€64

Airports nearby Kraków used as alternative

Katowice International (KTW)

Katowice International is a useful alternative due to its proximity and extensive low-cost and charter flights.

Kraków, Poland

70% AI deal score

$777

$703

Save $74

LOT Polish Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Kraków

Cheap Flights from Madrid to Kraków

Today’s best flight deals from Madrid to Kraków

Madrid to Kraków: Overview

Insights for flights from Madrid to Kraków

How much is a round trip from Madrid to Kraków

The cheapest time to fly from Madrid to Kraków

Direct flights from Madrid to Kraków

Last-minute flights going from Madrid to Kraków

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Madrid to Kraków

Popular Airports to fly from Madrid to Kraków

Madrid - Kraków route insights

Recent fares are near the typical level.

April is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Direct flights take 3h 20m.

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Ryanair offers direct flights.

Deals are rare for this route.

Madrid main airports to depart from

Kraków main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Kraków used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Kraków

Best Elite deals to Kraków

Dec 12

Jan 22

Nov 24

Dec 11

Jan 23

Jan 27

Apr 06

Apr 05

Apr 05

Apr 07

Apr 09

Apr 08

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Kraków

How can I find cheap flights from Madrid to Kraków?

When should I book flights from Madrid to Kraków?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Madrid to Kraków?

Are direct flights from Madrid to Kraków always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Madrid to Kraków flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Madrid to Kraków flights?

Related routes

More routes from Madrid

Flights to Kraków from other cities

Madrid to Kraków: Overview

Insights for flights from Madrid to Kraków

How much is a round trip from Madrid to Kraków

The cheapest time to fly from Madrid to Kraków

Direct flights from Madrid to Kraków

Last-minute flights going from Madrid to Kraków

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Madrid to Kraków

Popular Airports to fly from Madrid to Kraków

Madrid - Kraków route insights

Recent fares are near the typical level.

April is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Direct flights take 3h 20m.

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Ryanair offers direct flights.

Deals are rare for this route.

Madrid main airports to depart from

Kraków main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Kraków used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Kraków

Best Elite deals to Kraków

Dec 12

Jan 22

Nov 24

Dec 11

Jan 23

Jan 27

Apr 06

Apr 05

Apr 05

Apr 07

Apr 09

Apr 08

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Kraków

How can I find cheap flights from Madrid to Kraków?

When should I book flights from Madrid to Kraków?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Madrid to Kraków?