What is the tower frequency at EPKK?

The tower frequency at Balice is 118.1, 123.25 MHz.

Does EPKK require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for Balice (Poland).

Where is EPKK located?

Balice (EPKK) is located in Krakow, Poland.

What is the IATA code for EPKK?

The IATA code for Balice is KRK.

How long is the runway at EPKK?

The main runway at Balice (07/25) measures 8366 X 196.

Does EPKK have an ILS approach?

Yes, Balice has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runway 07/25.

Is EPKK a port of entry?

Yes, Balice is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.

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Balice (EPKK/KRK) — Krakow, Poland

Balice (EPKK/KRK) serves Krakow, Poland. This is a major international airport with 1 runway (07/25). Field elevation is 791 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Section Breakdown

Basic Info 7/7

Runways 4/4

Frequencies 2/4

Operations 0/2

Fuel 1/1

Contacts 1/2

Additional Info 8/10

Observed Activity · Jul 21

101 aircraft observed within 6 NM · 80 on the ground · busiest hour 15:00Z

2026-07-182026-07-21

Distinct ADS-B aircraft seen within 6 NM below 10,000 ft AGL per UTC day · community-feed coverage varies · not official movement totals

Data last updated: 2026-04-02

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: EPKK
Name: Balice
Type: large_airport
Category: International
Latitude: 50.077702
Longitude: 19.7848
Elevation: 791 ft
Country: Poland
Municipality: Krakow
IATA Code: KRK
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: N/A
Timezone: Europe/Warsaw
Distance from City: 15.5 km
VFR: Yes
IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 07/25

Designation: 07/25
Dimensions: 8366 X 196
Surface: CON
PCN: N/A
Lighting: YES
NAVAIDs: NDB
Approach Types: ILS CAT IIIA, RNAV (GPS), VOR/DME
Remarks: N/A

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Frequencies

Tower: 118.100, 123.250 MHz
Ground: N/A
Operations: N/A
Traffic/Approach: N/A
ATIS: 126.125 MHz

Operation Hours

Monday N/A

Tuesday N/A

Wednesday N/A

Thursday N/A

Friday N/A

Saturday N/A

Sunday N/A

Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: N/A

Contacts

AIS Tel: N/A
ARO Tel: N/A
MET Tel: N/A
Admin Tel: N/A
Health Tel: N/A
Police Tel: N/A
Authorities Tel: N/A
Website: http://www.krakowairport.pl/en/
Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

Slot Required: No
PPR Required: No
PPR Contact: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Fees

Landing Fee: PLN 25-40 per tonne MTOW, minimum charge PLN 200
Parking Fee: PLN 3-8 per tonne MTOW per hour; first 3 hours free
Handling Mandatory: Yes
Currency: PLN
Remarks: Noise surcharges may apply for Chapter 3 aircraft. Polish VAT at 23% applicable.

Fuel Information

Fuel Type: Jet A-1
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-02-18
Remarks: 24-hour availability. Multiple suppliers. Volume discounts available for uplift over 5,000 liters.

Immigration

Port of Entry: Yes
GENDEC Required: No
GAR Required: No
Remarks: Schengen zone. Immigration clearance available for non-Schengen arrivals. Standard EU/EEA border procedures apply.

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Restrictions

Curfew Start: N/A
Curfew End: N/A
Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
Remarks: Minimum Chapter 3 compliance required. No formal curfew. Noise abatement procedures in effect.

Alternates

EPKT

ICAO: EPKT
Name: Pyrzowice
Distance (NM): 36.0
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: Schengen zone. Immigration clearance available for non-Schengen arrivals. Standard EU/EEA border procedures apply.

LZTT

ICAO: LZTT
Name: Tatry
Distance (NM): 62.8
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: Schengen airport. Customs and immigration for non-Schengen arrivals. Gen dec required 24 hours in advance at Poprad-Tatry.

LZZI

ICAO: LZZI
Name: Zilina
Distance (NM): 68.2
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: Schengen airport. Border control for arrivals from non-Schengen states only. EU/EEA nationals may use e-gates at Zilina where available.

LKMT

ICAO: LKMT
Name: Mosnov
Distance (NM): 68.7
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: Within Schengen zone. No border checks for intra-Schengen flights. Non-Schengen arrivals subject to full immigration at Ostrava.

EPRZ

ICAO: EPRZ
Name: Jasionka
Distance (NM): 86.1
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: Schengen zone. Immigration clearance available for non-Schengen arrivals. Standard EU/EEA border procedures apply.

Airport Services

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Poland Permit Requirements

Medium Landing: 3d

Overflight Permit: No
Landing Permit: Conditional
Overflight Lead Time: N/A - no permit required; file flight plan before departure
Landing Lead Time: 3 working days before the first flight

Private / GA Operations:

Private non-revenue flights generally do not require landing permits. Standard Schengen entry procedures apply.

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Active NOTAMs

A2053/26 critical

Only runway closed

RWY 07/25 CLOSED DUE TO WIP.

2026-07-21 23:30:00 2026-07-25 03:30:00

A2059/26 warning

ILS restriction

ILS AND DME KRW - NOTAM CNL.

2026-07-22 10:25:08 Until further notice

A1399/26 warning

Aerodrome restriction

TRIGGER NOTAM - AIRAC SUP 112/26 (AD 2 EPKK) WEF 09 JUL 2026 TILL 31 AUG 2026 EST. - MODERNISATION OF VISUAL NAVIGATION AIDS AT KRAKOW/BALICE (EPKK) AERODROME.

2026-07-09 00:00:00 2026-07-22 23:59:00

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Nearby Airports

EPKP Pobiednik Wielki Airport 16 NM EPZR Żar Airfield 29 NM EPKM Muchowiec Airport 30 NM EPKW Bielsko-Bialo Kaniow Airfield 31 NM EPBA Bielsko Biala Airport 34 NM EPKT Pyrzowice 36 NM EPNT Nowy Targ Airport 38 NM EPNL Nowy Sącz-Łososina Dolna Airfield 38 NM

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the tower frequency at EPKK?: The tower frequency at Balice is 118.1, 123.25 MHz.
What fuel is available at EPKK?: Balice offers Jet A-1.
Does EPKK require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Balice (Poland).
Where is EPKK located?: Balice (EPKK) is located in Krakow, Poland.
What is the IATA code for EPKK?: The IATA code for Balice is KRK.
How long is the runway at EPKK?: The main runway at Balice (07/25) measures 8366 X 196.
Does EPKK have an ILS approach?: Yes, Balice has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runway 07/25.
Is EPKK a port of entry?: Yes, Balice is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.

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