Best Price
Lufthansa
24 Nov, Tue
San Francisco – Krakow
18h 40m
1 stop
SFO–KRK
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Quick Flight Summary from San Francisco to Krakow
- Lowest recent price $575
- Direct flight duration 17 hour
- Arrival airports KRK
- Best days to book Tuesday, Thursday
- Average over the last 30 days $562
Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Krakow
Lufthansa
23 Nov, Mon
San Francisco – Krakow
18h 40m
1 stop
SFO–KRK
Turkish Airlines
29 Nov, Sun
San Francisco – Krakow
1d 4h 45m
1 stop
SFO–KRK
Shortest Flight
Lufthansa
15 Nov, Sun
San Francisco – Krakow
17h
1 stop
SFO–KRK
United Airlines
7 Nov, Sat
San Francisco – Krakow
1d 1h 50m
2 stop
SFO–KRK
United Airlines
22 Nov, Sun
San Francisco – Krakow
1d 1h 50m
2 stop
SFO–KRK
Turkish Airlines
28 Nov, Sat
San Francisco – Krakow
1d 14h 55m
1 stop
SFO–KRK
United Airlines
15 Dec, Tue
San Francisco – Krakow
18h
2 stop
SFO–KRK
United Airlines
21 Nov, Sat
San Francisco – Krakow
1d 5h 53m
2 stop
SFO–KRK
Last update: 30 October 2026 11:27
Estimated Prices for San Francisco to Krakow Flights
Cheapest Day24 November Tuesday
Best Price
$575
Average Price
$653
$878
$575
Key Features of the Airlines
- Budget Turkish Flights
- Domestic Focus
- Turkish Airlines Partner
- Best LCC Middle East
- Flexible Rebooking
- Wide Domestic Network
- Turkey's LCC Leader
- Digital-First Airline
- Wide Turkish Network
- Star Alliance Member
- Complimentary Meals
- 2x23kg Baggage
- Lowest Fares
- Hajj & Umrah Specialist
- Easy Mobile Booking
Information compiled by AI. For the most up-to-date information, contact the airline.
Transportation to Airport from San Francisco City Center
San Francisco Intl. Airport
Located 21 km from the city center, San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is a major transit center for passengers, particularly those traveling from Asia. San Francisco International is the second busiest airport in California, following Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Every year SFO handles a significant number of both domestic and international flights. There are a variety of transportation alternatives passengers can utilize to get to and from the airport.
San Francisco International Airport stands out for the comfortable and exceptional services it offers. The airport features services aimed at meeting your every need, from comfortable passenger lounges, to restaurants that offer a wide variety of cuisines and a vibrant array of stores where you can go shopping.
San Francisco International Airport is accessible by taxi, bus, train, rental car, and personal car as the airport contains parking lots that offer short-term and long-term parking options.
Train
There are two rail systems that you can use to get to San Francisco International Airport from the city center. The first is the rapid-rail system, the BART. The BART starts running in the early hours of the morning, providing easy and fast transportation between SFO and the northern and southern parts of the city.
The other rail system that you can use to get to SFO is the CalTrain. This train departs on the hour, every hour, every day of the week, until 10 pm. This train provides transportation between San Francisco and San Jose and SFO.
Taxi
One of the most convenient and fastest transportation alternatives to get to SFO from the city center is by taxi. Taxi fares are calculated based on the kilometers traveled. A taxi from downtown San Francisco can cost between 42 and 62 dollars and takes about 20 minutes. For more information on taxi companies and their contact information please visit San Francisco International Airport’s website.
Bus
SamTrans buses provide transportation between the San Francisco city center and the airport. These public buses are operated by San Mateo County and run between San Mateo, various parts of San Francisco and San Francisco International Airport. SamTrans lines KX, 292, 397, and 398 run directly to the airport terminals. Buses stop at the arrivals and baggage claim level of Terminal 2 and Terminal 3 and at Level 1 of the International Terminal.
Rental Car
Renting a car is another transportation alternative to get to the airport. There are many rental car companies located in the city. You can drop off your rental vehicle at the Rental Car Center before your departure. From the Rental Car Center the AirTrain Blue Line provides access to the airport terminals and it operates 24 hours a day, every day of the week. Rental car companies that you can choose from include Alamo, Dollar, Hertz, Avis, Enterprise, National, Budget, Fox and Thrifty.
Bike
San Francisco International Airport contains bike assembly stations and parking areas for those who want to access the airport by bike. The BART and SamTrans rapid rail systems provide passengers with bike/transit options and the airport features marked bicycle routes. Bike lovers can easily access the airport by bicycle.
Airport Information
San Francisco International Airport is located 21 km from the city center. The airport covers an expansive area and operates domestic and international flights out of 4 terminals, Terminal 1, Terminal 2, Terminal 3, and the International Terminal. The AirTrain automated system provides free transportation between each terminal, as well as the Rental Car Center and BART station. The AirTrain Red Line links all terminals, terminal garages and the BART Station. The AirTrain Blue Line links the Rental Car Center with all terminals, terminal garages, and the BART Station. SFO also contains a variety of services and amenities to meet passengers’ pre-flight and post-flight needs.
The airport features health services in the terminals, rental car offices, banks, a lost and found, wireless internet, charging stations, clothing stores where you can go shopping, restaurants and cafes, the Aviation Museum & Library, rotating exhibitions, spa services, children’s play areas, free yoga rooms, a market, and much more.
Transportation to Krakow City Center from Airport
Krakow John Paul II Intl. Airport
Krakow, beautified by the Vistula, Poland's longest river, attracts tourists not only because of being a center of culture and art but also because of the buildings remaining from the middle ages and the world's oldest fabric market.
Krakow invites you to a travel into history. It offers an unforgettable experience with its castles, museums and natural beauties defying the years. Although there is no metro, trams are very popular in Krakow, which is quite successful in terms of city planning. Buses serving during the most part of the day are the main transportation vehicles in the city.
Trains that depart from the railway station, which has a history of nearly 300 years and is admired by everyone with its historical structure, offer the opportunity of long distance transportation. Since many places to visit in Krakow is very close to each other, it is possible to see all the beauties of the city by using the perfectly designed pedestrian paths.
John Paul II Airport, which is not very close to the city center, offers service to international flights. There are many options to get to the city center from the John Paul II Airport, which is 15 km of Krakow. Especially taxi, bus, train and minibus are among the commonly used transportation vehicles for going to the city center. Car rental is another option you can consider.
Taxi
You have chance to take a taxi whenever you want at the airport where the vehicles of Krakow Airport Taxi offer service. It is a licensed taxi company offering taxi service every day and every hour. You can reach the city center in about 15 minutes by getting on a taxi from the taxi stands found at the airport. You can make a reservation by contacting the taxi company in advance.
Bus
Two separate bus services are provided at the airport, including public and private bus services. Public buses operate in the daytime with the bus routes 208 and 292; and in the nighttime bus route 902 offers service for the passengers. Private buses allow you to go to different parts of the city with four separate vehicles. To get on the buses, you need to get a ticket in advance.
Train
The train station is located behind the passenger terminal. As being the fastest option, it is possible to reach the city center in just 17 minutes by train. In addition, the availability of air conditioning, Wi-Fi and power outlets on trains offers an amazing comfort. The trains operate between 05:00 am and 12:00 at midnight.
Car Rental
In order to rent a car, you can contact with car rental companies Avis, Budget, Panek or Sixt. By renting an affordable and quality car you can get to the city center in 20 minutes from the airport.
Krakow Weather
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10°6°
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Frequently Asked Questions
How does Wingie offer the cheapest San Francisco-Krakow flights?
How does Wingie offer the cheapest San Francisco-Krakow flights?
When you search for San Francisco-Krakow flights, Wingie directly gathers and compares instant data from all airlines. You can see all San Francisco-Krakow flights together for the date you are looking for and choose the most suitable flight.
Which airports can I use for San Francisco-Krakow flights?
Which airports can I use for San Francisco-Krakow flights?
For San Francisco-Krakow flights, you can use Embarkader Airport, San Francisco Intl. Airport as departure airport, and Krakow John Paul II Intl. Airport for arrival.
How many kilometers is the flight distance from San Francisco-Krakow and how long does the flight take?
How many kilometers is the flight distance from San Francisco-Krakow and how long does the flight take?
The straight-line distance between San Francisco and Krakow is about 9577 km. According to Wingie flight data, there were no direct flights on this route in the last 30 days; the shortest connecting flight took about 17 hour.
Which day is the most convenient for San Francisco-Krakow flights?
Which day is the most convenient for San Francisco-Krakow flights?
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for San Francisco-Krakow flights is Thursday.
Which airlines offer direct flights between San Francisco-Krakow?
Which airlines offer direct flights between San Francisco-Krakow?
Lufthansa, Turkish Airlines, United Airlines, Scandinavian Airlines, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, Swiss organizes direct flights between San Francisco-Krakow.
San Francisco-Krakow: which airline is better value on this route?
San Francisco-Krakow: which airline is better value on this route?
On this route, low-cost airlines typically offer fares that include only cabin and hand baggage. Full-service airlines may include baggage and refreshment fees in the base price. The best option varies according to baggage needs. Based on current data, the lowest fare on this route with United Airlines starts from approximately $350.
| Airline | Price | Standard inclusions |
|---|---|---|
 United Airlines | $350 | — |
 Lufthansa | $547 | Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / 1 piece cabin baggage / Complimentary Refreshments |
 Turkish Airlines | $562 | Paid Change / 1 piece X 8 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece X 23 kg checked baggage / Complimentary Refreshments |
 Scandinavian Airlines | $655 | Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / No Refund / 1 piece X 8 kg cabin baggage / Complimentary Refreshments / In-flight Entertainment |
 Swiss | $575 | Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / 1 piece cabin baggage / Complimentary Refreshments |
Last update: 17.10.2026
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