Airport Comparison
| KRK | LBF | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | John Paul II International Airport Kraków-Balice Airport | North Platte Regional/Lee Bird Field |
| IATA Code | KRK | LBF |
| ICAO Code | EPKK | KLBF |
| City | Kraków | North Platte |
| Country | Poland | United States |
| Timezone | Europe/Warsaw | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 791 ft | 2,777 ft |
| Coordinates | 50.080000, 19.780000 | 41.130000, -100.680000 |
Kraków (KRK) to North Platte (LBF) Flight Distance
The flight distance from John Paul II International Airport Kraków-Balice Airport (KRK) in Kraków, Poland to North Platte Regional/Lee Bird Field (LBF) in North Platte, United States is 8,336 kilometers (5,179 miles / 4,501 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northwest at a heading of 318°.
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 United States. 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 17:14 in Kraków, it's 10:14 in North Platte. With a 7-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 1,986 feet between the two airports. North Platte Regional/Lee Bird Field sits higher than John Paul II International Airport Kraków-Balice Airport.
The return flight from North Platte (LBF) to Kraków (KRK) follows a heading of 35° (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 North Platte Regional/Lee Bird Field (LBF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.