About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Dublin (DUB) to Balice Jp Ii International Airport (KRK)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Dublin to Krakow. While takeoff favors the right, the landing approach on the left provides more dramatic and sustained scenery—the Vistula River's distinctive meanders and Kraków's historic position in the river valley are more visually rewarding than the departure views.
What can I see during takeoff from Dublin in Dublin?
During takeoff from Dublin (DUB), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right side captures the Irish coastline and Dublin Bay as you climb eastward. You'll see the curve of the coast, Dublin's urban sprawl, and the Irish Sea opening up beneath you. Notable sights include: Dublin Bay, Howth Peninsula, Irish Sea coastline, Dublin city grid.
What can I see when landing at Balice Jp Ii International Airport in Krakow?
When landing at Balice Jp Ii International Airport (KRK), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left side offers views of the Vistula River valley and the approach into Kraków from the west. You'll see the river's distinctive meandering pattern and the city's position in the river basin before touchdown. Notable sights include: Vistula River, Kraków city center, Carpathian foothills to the south, Wisła valley.
How long is the flight from Dublin to Krakow?
The flight from Dublin (DUB) to Balice Jp Ii International Airport (KRK) takes Approximately 2 hours 45 minutes.
What does the Dublin to Krakow flight path pass over?
The flight crosses the North Sea and then over the Low Countries and Germany. Notable features include the Welsh coast (visible briefly after takeoff), the English Channel crossing, the Frisian Islands and Dutch coastline, the Rhine River delta, and the North German Plain. As you approach Poland, you'll cross into the Central European Plain with increasingly visible agricultural patchwork. The Carpathian Mountains become visible on the southern horizon during final descent into Kraków.