
KATOWICE - PYRZOWIEC
International Airport
Katowice Airport (IATA: KTW, ICAO: EPKT) is one of the major airports in Poland, located in the village of Pyrzowice, approximately 30 km (about 19 miles) north of Katowice city center.
In 2024, it handled over 6.3 million passengers, making it the fourth busiest airport in Poland in terms of passenger numbers. It is also second in Poland for cargo operations and the leading airport for charter flights.
Airport Facilities
The airport has three passenger terminals:
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Terminal A: handles flights to destinations outside the Schengen Area
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Terminal B: dedicated to flights within the Schengen Area
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Terminal C: used for all arrivals
There’s also a 180-meter observation deck open 24/7, available for a symbolic fee of just 1 PLN (Polish zÅ‚oty).
Distance to Będzin
The distance from Będzin to Katowice-Pyrzowice Airport is approximately 20 km (12.4 miles).
The drive takes around 25 to 30 minutes, depending on traffic conditions.
Public transport options, such as buses and taxis, also offer convenient access between Będzin and the airport.

KRAKÓW JOHN PAUL II
International Airport (KRK)
Kraków Airport, officially known as John Paul II International Airport, is located in the village of Balice, approximately 11 km west of Kraków's city center. In 2024, it handled over 11 million passengers, making it the second-busiest airport in Poland after Warsaw Chopin Airport. en.wikipedia.org
Airport Overview
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IATA Code: KRK
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ICAO Code: EPKK
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Runways: Two, with the main runway measuring 2,550 meters in length.
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Facilities: Modern terminals, a 24/7 observation deck, and extensive ground transportation options.
Distance from Kraków Airport to BÄ™dzin
The driving distance from Kraków Airport to BÄ™dzin is approximately 76 kilometers, which typically takes around 1 hour and 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions.
Travel Options
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Car: Direct drive via the A4 motorway.
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Public Transport: Combination of bus and train services.
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Taxi: Estimated fare between 230–280 PLN.