Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW): what you need to know
The timezone in Warsaw is UTC+1, which is eight hours ahead of San Francisco.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your SFO to WAW flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between SFO and WAW:
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
Copenhagen Airport
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
Right now, 198 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 427 €. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from SFO to WAW. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when looking for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport.
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Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
77.36% of flights that take off from San Francisco International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
San Francisco International Airport is around 21 kilometres from central San Francisco. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near SFO. Whether you've booked an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
If you have a late San Francisco International Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these accommodation options near WAW:
Travel at your own speed with a Frederic Chopin Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Wheego, Flex To Go or kaizen rent and see more of Warsaw and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Frederic Chopin Airport around one week in advance.
Getting from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) to central Warsaw
Frederic Chopin Airport to central Warsaw has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
Travelling on public transport takes around 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
July is the busiest month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Warsaw in February.
Book your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport for July if you'd like to go to Warsaw during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from SFO to WAW in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -10ºC (14ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) on average.
Explore more of Poland
You've done Warsaw, now it's time to explore more of Poland. Travel about 121 kilometres south-west to Lodz to tick off its top attractions. From Piotrkowska Street to Museum of the Factory and Herbst Palace Museum. Branch Museum of Art, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in Poland, head for Krakow, about 257 kilometres south of Warsaw. St. Mary's Basilica, Planty Park and 100 oak park are key reasons to visit.