Airport Comparison
| IWK | KRK | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Iwakuni Marine Corps Air Station | John Paul II International Airport Kraków-Balice Airport |
| IATA Code | IWK | KRK |
| ICAO Code | RJOI | EPKK |
| City | Iwakuni | Kraków |
| Country | Japan | Poland |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo | Europe/Warsaw |
| Elevation | 7 ft | 791 ft |
| Coordinates | 34.140000, 132.240000 | 50.080000, 19.780000 |
Iwakuni (IWK) to Kraków (KRK) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Iwakuni Marine Corps Air Station (IWK) in Iwakuni, Japan to John Paul II International Airport Kraków-Balice Airport (KRK) in Kraków, Poland is 8,545 kilometers (5,310 miles / 4,614 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northwest at a heading of 322°.
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 Japan with Poland. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 16:56 in Iwakuni, it's 08:56 in Kraków. 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.
The return flight from Kraków (KRK) to Iwakuni (IWK) follows a heading of 52° (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 Iwakuni Marine Corps Air Station (IWK) and John Paul II International Airport Kraków-Balice Airport (KRK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.