Airport Comparison
| KRK | VRE | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | John Paul II International Airport Kraków-Balice Airport | Vredendal Airport |
| IATA Code | KRK | VRE |
| ICAO Code | EPKK | FAVR |
| City | Kraków | Vredendal |
| Country | Poland | South Africa |
| Timezone | Europe/Warsaw | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Elevation | 791 ft | 330 ft |
| Coordinates | 50.080000, 19.780000 | -31.640000, 18.540000 |
Kraków (KRK) to Vredendal (VRE) Flight Distance
The flight distance from John Paul II International Airport Kraków-Balice Airport (KRK) in Kraków, Poland to Vredendal Airport (VRE) in Vredendal, South Africa is 9,088 kilometers (5,647 miles / 4,907 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying south at a heading of 181°.
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 South Africa. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 18:37 in Kraków, it's 19:37 in Vredendal.
The return flight from Vredendal (VRE) to Kraków (KRK) follows a heading of 1° (north). 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 Vredendal Airport (VRE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.