On 31 August 2010, Michalik joined League One club Carlisle United on loan until 3 January 2011. Michalik made his debut in the 0–0 draw against Swindon Town after coming into Carlisle's starting 11 as a replacement for the recently departed Ian Harte. Michalik's second game for Carlisle came against League leaders Sheffield Wednesday with Carlisle picking up a clean sheet and earning a 1–0 away win. Michalik helped Carlisle keep a 3rd successive clean sheet in his third game for the club against Brighton.