Cheap flights from Krakow to Newcastle

September is the cheapest month on this route, and fares stay reasonable through autumn and winter, with the price calendar covering September right through to April. Summer is the busiest and priciest stretch, when school holidays in Poland and the United Kingdom push demand up. Midweek departures tend to cost less than Friday or Sunday flights. Christmas, New Year and the Easter break are peak times, so book those dates early. If your plans are flexible, watch the calendar for a dip rather than taking the first fare you see.

The airline mix on Krakow to Newcastle is wide. Low-cost carriers such as Wizz Air, Ryanair, Easyjet and Jet2 keep base fares down, while British Airways, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, KLM Cityhopper, Norwegian International, German Airways and HOP! cover the full-service side. Direct flights operate on the route, but some itineraries sold under these names involve a connection, so compare total journey time rather than just the departure hour. Baggage rules differ sharply: low-cost tickets usually include a small cabin bag only, with checked luggage and seat choice as paid extras, while full-service fares tend to bundle a checked bag.

You land at Newcastle airport, the gateway for the city, which sits a short ride outside the centre. The Metro connects the terminal with the city centre and is the easiest option if you are travelling light, while taxis and local buses cover the same trip. Allow a little extra time at busy periods, and check which exit your onward transport leaves from before you arrive. If you are heading further into the north of England, the airport also links the wider region by road and rail.

Currency

GBP (£)

Power sockets

Type G · 230 V

Language

English

Emergency number

112, 999

Calling code

+44

Internet domain

.uk

Population of Newcastle

1.1 M (2022)

Time zone

UTC+01 (Europe/London)

Country facts: Wikidata

• Confirm your departure airport is Balice, the one serving Krakow, before you compare fares.
• Decide whether you need a checked bag, because low-cost tickets usually cover a cabin bag only.
• If a fare involves a connection, check whether both legs sit on one ticket or on two separate ones.
• Carry a valid passport or identity card accepted for entry to the United Kingdom and check the current rules.
• Look at the price calendar for September and the quieter weeks around it before you fix your dates.
• Match your arrival time at Newcastle airport to the last Metro or bus if you land late in the evening.