Airport Comparison
| IXL | KRK | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Leh Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport | John Paul II International Airport Kraków-Balice Airport |
| IATA Code | IXL | KRK |
| ICAO Code | VILH | EPKK |
| City | Leh | Kraków |
| Country | India | Poland |
| Timezone | Asia/Kolkata | Europe/Warsaw |
| Elevation | 10,682 ft | 791 ft |
| Coordinates | 34.140000, 77.550000 | 50.080000, 19.780000 |
Leh (IXL) to Kraków (KRK) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Leh Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport (IXL) in Leh, India to John Paul II International Airport Kraków-Balice Airport (KRK) in Kraków, Poland is 4,944 kilometers (3,072 miles / 2,670 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying northwest at a heading of 309°.
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 India 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 12:02 in Leh, it's 07:32 in Kraków. The 4.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 9,891 feet between the two airports. John Paul II International Airport Kraków-Balice Airport sits lower than Leh Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Kraków (KRK) to Leh (IXL) follows a heading of 88° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Leh Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport (IXL) and John Paul II International Airport Kraków-Balice Airport (KRK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.