About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Chicago Ohare International (ORD) to Balice Jp Ii International Airport (KRK)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Chicago to Krakow. Left side wins at both ends of the flight. Chicago's skyline and lakefront on departure, and Krakow's Old Town with Wawel Castle plus distant Tatras on arrival both favor the left. Over the Atlantic and central Europe the views are broadly similar on both sides, so the landmark-rich endpoints make left the clear overall choice.
What can I see during takeoff from Chicago Ohare International in Chicago?
During takeoff from Chicago Ohare International (ORD), sit on the Left side for the best views. ORD's most common departure on runways 10L/10R sends aircraft eastward over the city. Left side gives you a clear view of downtown Chicago's skyline, the lakefront, and Lake Michigan as you climb out and bank northeast. The Willis Tower, Grant Park, and the entire lakefront are laid out clearly on the left. Notable sights include: Downtown Chicago skyline (Willis Tower, John Hancock), Lake Michigan shoreline, Grant Park and Museum Campus, Chicago River 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. KRK's primary approach is on runway 25, meaning aircraft arrive from the east heading west. On left side you get views of the Vistula River valley, the Krakow Old Town, and Wawel Castle as you descend. The Tatra Mountains are visible on the southern horizon on clear days from the left side during approach. Notable sights include: Wawel Castle and Krakow Old Town, Vistula River bend, Tatra Mountains on southern horizon, Nowa Huta district to the east.
How long is the flight from Chicago to Krakow?
The flight from Chicago Ohare International (ORD) to Balice Jp Ii International Airport (KRK) takes Approximately 9 to 10 hours.
What does the Chicago to Krakow flight path pass over?
After crossing Lake Michigan the route tracks northeast over southern Ontario and Quebec, then out over the North Atlantic near Newfoundland. The Labrador coast and Greenland's southern tip may be visible depending on routing. Over Europe the flight crosses Ireland or Scotland, then tracks over the North Sea, northern Germany, and Poland's flat lowland plains before descending into Krakow. The Sudeten Mountains along the Czech-Polish border may be faintly visible during descent.