The flight distance from John Paul II International Airport Kraków-Balice Airport (KRK) in Kraków, Poland to Vallenar Airport (VLR) in Vallenar, Chile is 12,439 kilometers (7,729 miles / 6,716 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying west southwest at a heading of 251°.

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 Chile. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 00:21 in Kraków, it's 20:21 in Vallenar. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Vallenar (VLR) to Kraków (KRK) follows a heading of 44° (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 Vallenar Airport (VLR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.