Airport Comparison
| KRK | VGT | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | John Paul II International Airport Kraków-Balice Airport | North Las Vegas Airport |
| IATA Code | KRK | VGT |
| ICAO Code | EPKK | KVGT |
| City | Kraków | Las Vegas |
| Country | Poland | United States |
| Timezone | Europe/Warsaw | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 791 ft | 2,205 ft |
| Coordinates | 50.080000, 19.780000 | 36.210000, -115.190000 |
Kraków (KRK) to Las Vegas (VGT) Flight Distance
The flight distance from John Paul II International Airport Kraków-Balice Airport (KRK) in Kraków, Poland to North Las Vegas Airport (VGT) in Las Vegas, United States is 9,452 kilometers (5,873 miles / 5,104 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 325°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
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 07:10 in Kraków, it's 22:10 in Las Vegas. With a 9-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 1,414 feet between the two airports. North Las Vegas Airport sits higher than John Paul II International Airport Kraków-Balice Airport.
The return flight from Las Vegas (VGT) to Kraków (KRK) follows a heading of 27° (north 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 Las Vegas Airport (VGT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.