What percentage of Madrid to Kraków flights are direct?

Historically, approximately 16.2% of flights from Madrid to Kraków have been direct. For flights that include stopovers, the median number of stopovers has typically been one. This indicates that a significant majority of travelers on this route will likely have at least one connection.

Are non-stop flights from Madrid to Kraków worth the extra cost?

Historically, non-stop flights from Madrid to Kraków have been about 40% more expensive than connecting flights. The median price for a direct flight has been $205, while connecting flights averaged $146. Direct flights constitute a smaller portion of the available options, historically making up about 17.3% of flights on this route.

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Q: How long is the flight from Madrid to Kraków?

The direct flight from Madrid to Kraków typically takes approximately 3 hours and 20 minutes, covering a distance of 2102 kilometers. Flights with one stopover have a significantly longer median duration, historically averaging around 7 hours and 30 minutes. Travelers should account for this difference when planning their journey.

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Madrid to Kraków: Overview

Insights for flights from Madrid to Kraków

The journey from Madrid to Kraków covers a distance of 2102 kilometers, classifying it as a medium-haul route. This distance means you will typically spend a significant amount of time in transit, often involving connections. Understanding the typical flight duration and connection patterns can help you plan your trip more effectively.

For those seeking cheap flights from Madrid to Kraków, fares typically range from $121 to $209, with a median price of $163. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. Approximately 15% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding a deal requires some flexibility and timely booking. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find better prices.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Madrid to Kraków? The data indicates that the most affordable months to travel are January, with a median fare of $120, followed by February at $124, and March at $133. These months offer the lowest median prices, making them ideal for budget-conscious travelers.

Most itineraries for flights from Madrid to Kraków connect at least once, with only 16.2% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting flights, the median number of stopovers is 1. This means you should anticipate at least one stop on your journey, which will extend the overall travel time.

How long is the flight from Madrid to Kraków? A typical journey, including connections, takes approximately 7h 25m. Since most itineraries involve at least one stopover, this duration reflects the total time spent traveling from departure to arrival, encompassing both flight segments and layovers.

How much is a round trip from Madrid to Kraków

Regular price: €99 - €241

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Madrid to Kraków is 99 EUR to 241 EUR. The current lowest deal is 60 EUR with Ryanair, for travel from Oct 28-Oct 30.

now 60 €

Low 99 €

High 241 €

The cheapest time to fly from Madrid to Kraków

Flights from Madrid to Krakow are cheapest in January, with a median price of 120 USD. The most expensive month to fly is September, with a median price of 226 USD. Generally, prices are lower from January to December.

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Flights from 120 €

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Flights from 226 €

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Direct flights from Madrid to Kraków

Ryanair

Last-minute flights going from Madrid to Kraków

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

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Sep 8 - Sep 12

278 € → 84 €

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278 € → 84 €

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273 € → 82 €

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279 € → 87 €

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Popular Airports to fly from Madrid to Kraków

Madrid - Kraków route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Madrid to Kraków are above the typical level, with a median price of $163.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly from Madrid to Kraków, with a median price of $120.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 7h 25m

Flights from Madrid to Kraków typically take 7 hours and 25 minutes, covering 2102 km.

✈️ Airlines & availability

16.2% of recent flights are direct

16.2% of recent flights from Madrid to Kraków are direct, with connecting flights typically having 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Ryanair offers direct flights

Ryanair is an airline that offers direct flights from Madrid to Kraków.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals on flights from Madrid to Kraków are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

Madrid main airports to depart from

Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas (MAD)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~15 km from Madrid city center (reachable by car or train).

💸 Flights from ~$94

Kraków main airports to arrive at

John Paul II International Airport Kraków–Balice (KRK)

Cheapest

John Paul II International Airport Kraków–Balice is a convenient arrival point for Kraków.

📍 ~15 km from city center (reachable by car, bus, or train)

💸 Flights from ~$94

Airports nearby Kraków used as alternative

Katowice International (KTW)

Cheapest

Katowice International is a useful alternative arrival airport, especially for low-cost carriers.

📍 ~70 km from Kraków (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$57

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Kraków

Historically, the optimal time to book flights from Madrid to Kraków is typically 7-13 days before departure. During this period, the average price for a flight has been observed at approximately $158. Booking within 0-6 days of departure generally sees prices rise to about $180. Prices for bookings made 28-59 days out, or 60+ days out, have historically averaged around $162.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Madrid to Kraków is considered to be $121 or less. The median price for this route has historically been around $163. Prices tend to increase significantly beyond this, with 75% of observed prices being $209 or less.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Madrid to Kraków are January, with a median price of $120, and February, with a median price of $124. March also offers relatively lower prices, with a median of $133. These prices are notably lower than the annual median price of $163 for this route.

Madrid to Kraków: Overview

Insights for flights from Madrid to Kraków

How much is a round trip from Madrid to Kraków

Regular price: €99 - €241

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Madrid to Kraków is 99 EUR to 241 EUR. The current lowest deal is 60 EUR with Ryanair, for travel from Oct 28-Oct 30.

now 60 €

Low 99 €

High 241 €

The cheapest time to fly from Madrid to Kraków

January

Cheapest

Flights from 120 €

September

Most Expensive

Flights from 226 €

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