Quick answer: January is the cheapest month to fly to Krakow, with return fares typically from £35. July is the most expensive at £55–£145.
Cite this page: Atravel.uk, “The cheapest month to fly to Krakow”, updated 12 November 2026. https://atravel.uk/cheapest-month/krakow/
This is our own month-by-month fare model for Krakow: the bands come from the fares we see on UK departures, adjusted for the season, not from a single search on a single day. Use it to choose the month, then check live prices before you commit.
Typical return fares by month
| Month | Typical return | vs cheapest |
|---|---|---|
| January cheapest | £35–£95 | — |
| February | £35–£95 | — |
| March | £40–£110 | +13% |
| April | £45–£120 | +25% |
| May | £45–£125 | +31% |
| June | £50–£130 | +38% |
| July peak | £55–£145 | +50% |
| August | £50–£140 | +44% |
| September | £45–£120 | +25% |
| October | £45–£115 | +19% |
| November | £40–£110 | +13% |
| December | £50–£140 | +44% |
Indicative bands, compiled 2026-11-12. Not quotes, not live prices.
Cheapest departure airport
| From | From (return) | Cheapest month |
|---|---|---|
| London Gatwick | £35 | January |
| London Stansted | £35 | January |
| London Luton | £35 | January |
| Bristol | £35 | January |
| Manchester | £40 | January |
| Birmingham | £40 | January |
| Edinburgh | £40 | January |
| Glasgow | £40 | January |
Why the price moves
Krakow is a year-round city route, so the fare is set by weekends and school holidays rather than by the season. January is the quiet stretch after the Christmas return; July is when everybody travels at once.
Frequently asked questions
What is the cheapest month to fly to Krakow?
January. Return fares from the UK typically start around £35, against £55–£145 in July — a difference of about 50% on the low end.
How far ahead should I book a flight to Krakow?
Six to ten weeks for most of the year, and three to four months for July, August and the Christmas fortnight.
Is January a good time to go to Krakow?
May to September; December for the market If the reason for the trip is the weather rather than the price, check the season notes in the guide before you book on price alone.