Travelling from Warsaw to Frankfurt Airport (FRA): What you need to know
Warsaw's main base, Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW), is where plenty of awesome adventures begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Warsaw to Frankfurt Airport (FRA).
Around 1 hour 55 minutes is the usual time it takes for a direct Warsaw to Frankfurt Airport flight.
Frankfurt's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Warsaw. Frankfurt Airport is located in Frankfurt.
Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is the most popular route. There are 47 direct departures a week to choose from. If you have plans before you fly, take the last flight with LOT - Polish Airlines at 8:45pm. Choose the first WAW to FRA departure with Lufthansa at 6:25am if you want to get going earlier.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from Warsaw to FRA. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Popular months like September or other busy periods mean longer queues and potential delays. Stay ahead of the crowds by arriving at the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Warsaw
Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW)
Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Warsaw to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) operate out of this terminal.
When taking off from WAW, you can take a direct flight from Warsaw to Frankfurt Airport with Lufthansa.
Lufthansa sees the most traveller bookings for flights from WAW to FRA.
Lufthansa shines when it comes to on-time performance. An exceptional 82.49% of its departures on this route arrive without delay.
WAW is about 10 kilometres from central Warsaw. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 25 minutes.
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Warsaw Chopin Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 80% of flights that take off from WAW reach their destination without delay.
Warsaw Modlin Airport (WMI)
WMI is about 40 kilometres from central Warsaw. It takes 40 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Flying off with the first light? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Warsaw Modlin Airport the day before your Warsaw to FRA flight:
Warsaw Radom Airport (RDO)
Searching for a plane ticket from Warsaw to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) with a stop or two can offer you more departure time choices along with better fares. When leaving from Warsaw Radom Airport (RDO), here's where you can make a pit stop at on the way to FRA:
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Tirana Nene Tereza International Airport (TIA)
Larnaca International Airport (LCA)
From the centre of Warsaw, RDO is around 97 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to arrive by car and 2 hours or so if you're on public transport.
Relax in bed for a little longer and still make your Warsaw to Frankfurt Airport flight with time to spare. These hotels near Warsaw Radom Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're flying out first thing:
RDO has an on-time performance rating of 100%. This means the majority of its flights reach their destination as expected and your travel plans stay on track.
About Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Warsaw to Frankfurt Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near FRA:
Booking your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Warsaw to Frankfurt Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt
Central Frankfurt is around 11 kilometres from Frankfurt Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. Work out your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Warsaw to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
48 € is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Warsaw to Frankfurt Airport. Return flights start at 126 €. These prices may change based on demand.
To pick up cheap flights from Warsaw to FRA, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first released.
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The best time to fly from Warsaw to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Warsaw to Frankfurt Airport (FRA). September is the most popular month to visit Frankfurt. If crowds aren't your thing, head there in January.
When booking your Warsaw to FRA plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Frankfurt, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Warsaw to Frankfurt Airport in January when temperatures are between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Frankfurt
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Frankfurt right here. Check out these options once you've booked your flight from Warsaw to Frankfurt Airport:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be tricky to know where to begin. Van Gogh Alive Frankfurt, Bildungsstatte Anne Frank and Main Tower are highlights which should be on any good Frankfurt itinerary.
Explore more of Germany
Frankfurt will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Germany you'll want to see. Around 193 kilometres northwest of Frankfurt, a trip to Essen will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like PACT Zollverein, Philharmonie Essen and Red Dot Design Museum.
Stuttgart is another favourite destination in Germany and is around 145 kilometres south of Frankfurt. No trip is complete without seeing Mercedes-Benz Museum, Porsche Museum and State Gallery of Stuttgart.