Airports Near Zakopane
The closest airports to Zakopane, Poland: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.
The nearest airport to Zakopane, Poland is Nowy Targ Airport (QWS), about 12 mi (20 km) away — roughly 42 min by road. For long-haul flights, the main international gateway is John Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice Airport (KRK).
| Code | Airport | Distance | Transfer | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| QWS | Nowy Targ AirportNowy Targ, Poland | 12 mi / 20 km | 42 min | Regional |
| TAT | Poprad-Tatry AirportPoprad, Slovakia | 21 mi / 33 km | 40 min | Regional |
| KRK | John Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice AirportKrakow, Poland | 54 mi / 87 km | 1 hr 37 min | International |
| SLD | Sliac AirportSliac, Slovakia | 59 mi / 95 km | 1 hr 46 min | Regional |
| ILZ | Zilina AirportZilina, Slovakia | 60 mi / 97 km | 1 hr 48 min | Regional |
| LUE | Lucenec AirportLucenec, Slovakia | 67 mi / 108 km | 2 hr | Regional |
| KSC | Kosice AirportKosice, Slovakia | 73 mi / 118 km | 1 hr 42 min | Regional |
| OSR | Ostrava Leos Janacek AirportOstrava, Czech Republic | 87 mi / 140 km | 2 hr 1 min | Regional |
Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.
Which airport is best?
For the shortest transfer, Nowy Targ Airport (QWS) is the most convenient at about 12 mi out. If you're flying internationally or want the widest choice of routes, John Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice Airport (KRK) (54 mi) is the bigger gateway — worth the extra distance for long-haul or cheaper fares.
Getting to and from the airport
Taxis and ride-hailing serve every airport here, and the larger ones usually add a rail, metro or bus link into Zakopane. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with QWS.
Hotels near the airport
For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near QWS saves a stressful morning transfer.
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Travel tips
Compare the total door-to-door time, not just the airfare — a cheaper flight into a distant airport can cost more once you add the transfer. Check whether your airport has a direct train or metro before defaulting to a taxi, and for international arrivals, confirm any visa or transit rules in advance.
Frequently asked questions
The nearest airport to Zakopane is Nowy Targ Airport (QWS), about 12 mi (20 km) away — roughly 42 min by road.