Flying from Paris to Warsaw: what you need to know
Planning your flight from Paris to Warsaw begins with finding the most convenient airport to kick off your trip. Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Paris Orly Airport (ORY) and Paris Beauvais Airport (BVA) are the main terminals in Paris.
When arriving in Warsaw, hop off the plane at Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) or Warsaw Modlin Airport (WMI). Warsaw-Radom Airport (RDO) is another gateway to this city.
The average time for a direct Paris to Warsaw flight is 2 hours 15 minutes.
Paris and Warsaw follow the same timezone, UTC+1.
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) is the most traveled route that connects these two cities. There are 43 departures a week to choose from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from Paris to Warsaw is with Air France at 19:55. Opt for the first CDG to WAW departure with LOT - Polish Airlines at 07:05 to make the most of your first day in Warsaw.
For a relaxed travel experience, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your Paris to Warsaw flight.
Flying during a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Paris to Warsaw
To score cheap Paris to Warsaw flights, book your trip one month ahead of your departure.
The best month for landing cheap plane tickets from Paris to Warsaw is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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Flying from Paris
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Jet off from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) on a nonstop flight from Paris to Warsaw. From CDG, you can fly straight to Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW).
Keep an eye out for deals with Air France. This carrier offers direct Paris to Warsaw plane tickets out of CDG.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and possibly even visit a new city. When browsing Paris to Warsaw flights departing from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
CDG is around 23 kilometres from central Paris. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
Have an early flight from Paris to Warsaw? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport:
Of the departures from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, 64% land on time at their destination.
CDG is located at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
You can catch a direct flight from Paris to Warsaw out of Paris Orly Airport (ORY). Start your travels at ORY and disembark at Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW).
Wizz Air offers direct Paris to Warsaw plane tickets from ORY. Book your favourite seat and get to your destination in one go.
Split up your Paris to Warsaw flight with a stop so you can freshen up or cross another place off your list. Some great stopovers between Paris Orly Airport and Warsaw are:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Madrid Airport (MAD)
Barcelona Airport (BCN)
You can get to ORY from central Paris in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport will take roughly 40 minutes to travel the 14 kilometres or so.
You're off on holiday, so why not enjoy an extra night away? Consider checking in to one of these hotels near Paris Orly Airport the day before your flight from Paris to Warsaw:
79% of all departures from Paris Orly Airport meet their expected arrival time.
You'll find ORY at 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Paris Beauvais Airport (BVA)
You can take a direct flight from Paris to Warsaw setting out from Paris Beauvais Airport (BVA). Reserve a ticket and travel straight through to Warsaw Modlin Airport (WMI).
Ryanair is one trusted airline that offers direct Paris to Warsaw plane tickets from BVA.
You can lock in a ticket from Paris to Warsaw with one or more stops out of Paris Beauvais Airport (BVA). Here are some of the most popular stopovers between BVA and Warsaw:
Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Krakow Airport (KRK)
The journey to BVA from the centre of Paris is around 1 hour 15 minutes by public transport. If you're planning to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to cover the 72 kilometres or so.
Sleep a little longer and still make your Paris to Warsaw flight with plenty of time to spare. These accommodation options near Paris Beauvais Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're setting off early:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights get to their destinations as expected. At BVA, that rate is 71%.
Paris Beauvais Airport is located at Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Arriving in Warsaw
Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW)
Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) to central Warsaw takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 6 kilometres away.
It typically takes 25 minutes to get there on public transport.
If you have a late flight from Paris to Warsaw, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near WAW:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Warsaw Chopin Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Wheego, Flex To Go or kaizen rent and explore beyond Warsaw's main sights.
For the best deal, book your ride from Warsaw Chopin Airport about one week ahead of your Paris to Warsaw flight.
Warsaw Modlin Airport (WMI)
Central Warsaw is located around 40 kilometres from Warsaw Modlin Airport (WMI). Once your flight from Paris to Warsaw has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 40 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take about 50 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel near WMI. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from Paris to Warsaw:
Forget about public transport timetables or waiting in a long taxi line. Pick up a Warsaw Modlin Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Check out the rates and availability from Carwiz, Flex To Go and kaizen rent.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Booking your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at WMI will save you money.
Warsaw-Radom Airport (RDO)
Step off your flight from Paris to Warsaw and head straight for your hotel or start taking in the sights right away. The centre of Warsaw is around 88 kilometres from Warsaw-Radom Airport (RDO) and takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to reach driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 2 hours.
Reserve a hotel near RDO and go from the runway to resting in a snap. Whether you're arriving on a late Paris to Warsaw flight or just want to simplify your travel plans, these accommodation options put comfort right within reach:
Start your journey without stressing over how to get to where you're going with a Warsaw-Radom Airport rental car. Book your wheels with reliable suppliers here like Rentis, Alamo and Enterprise.
If you're searching for a specific model or make, lock in your ride from RDO about four weeks ahead of your flight from Paris to Warsaw. This gives you a better shot at getting the car you prefer, as well as a better deal.
Best time to go to Warsaw
September is the most popular month for flights from Paris to Warsaw. To skip the crowds, visit Warsaw in March.
Book a Paris to Warsaw ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Warsaw to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Look for cheap flights from Paris 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
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Warsaw right here. Explore these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Paris to Warsaw:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. The Royal Castle in Warsaw, Warsaw Uprising Monument and Castle Square, Warsaw are attractions you won't want to skip in Warsaw.
Explore more of Poland
Lodz is just one of the many cities in Poland waiting to be explored once you've seen Warsaw. Around 121 kilometres to the southwest, top sights here include Mural Atlas, Łódź Mural and Piotrkowska Promenade.
Around 257 kilometres south of Warsaw, Krakow is another favourite stop in Poland. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Stare Miasto, St. Mary's Basilica and Krakow's Rynek Glowny Central Square.