Flying from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Warsaw: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 3 hours 5 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Warsaw.
Warsaw and Barcelona (where Barcelona-El Prat Airport is located) share the UTC+1 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
The busiest route is from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW). You can choose from 21 services every week between these two airports. If you want to take off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from BCN to WAW is the 09:20 Wizz Air option. If you'd rather travel later, the last departure is at 19:45 with Wizz Air.
For a relaxed start to your BCN to Warsaw flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Planning to travel during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Direct Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Warsaw tickets are available for booking. Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) is where you'll be touching down.
You can choose from a variety of carriers offering direct flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Warsaw, such as:
We make it simple to book plane tickets from BCN to Warsaw with a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
The journey from central Barcelona to BCN takes about 35 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Warsaw? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to BCN:
When it comes to Barcelona-El Prat Airport's on-time performance, 79.12% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Warsaw
The best price we've seen for a one-way Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Warsaw flight is 32 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 72 €. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To secure cheap flights from BCN to Warsaw, book your trip one month before your departure date.
The best month for finding cheap Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Warsaw tickets is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.
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Airports in Warsaw
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
The distance from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) to central Warsaw is roughly 8 kilometres. It'll take you around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes around 1 hour 10 minutes when travelling by public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Warsaw. Book one of these accommodation options near WAW instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Frederic Chopin Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Wheego, Flex To Go or kaizen rent and discover more of Warsaw and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Frederic Chopin Airport around one week in advance of your flight from BCN to Warsaw can help you get the lowest rate.
Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI)
The centre of Warsaw is about 40 kilometres from Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI). Once your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Warsaw has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 50 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 1 hour or so.
After stepping off your BCN to Warsaw flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel near WMI. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Warsaw-Modlin Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Carwiz, Flex To Go or kaizen rent and be on your way in a flash.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Booking your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at WMI can land you a better rate.
Best time to go to Warsaw
Carefully consider your travel dates before booking your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Warsaw. The city comes alive during high season, but prices are generally higher and major attractions can be busy. Go to Warsaw in the off-season for a more relaxed vibe.
When booking your Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Warsaw plane ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Warsaw, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from BCN to Warsaw in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -10ºC (14ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) on average.
More about Warsaw
After booking your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Warsaw, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Warsaw:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. The Royal Castle in Warsaw, Warsaw Royal Castle Gardens and Palace of Culture and Science are major attractions which should feature on every Warsaw itinerary.
Explore more of Poland
Warsaw has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Poland you'll want to see. Around 121 kilometres south-west of Warsaw, a trip to Lodz will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Piotrkowska Street, Museum of the Factory and Herbst Palace Museum. Branch Museum of Art.
Krakow is another essential stop in Poland and is around 257 kilometres south of Warsaw. No journey is complete without visiting St. Mary's Basilica, Planty Park and 100 oak park.