Flying from Washington DC to Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW): What you need to know
The timezone in Warsaw is UTC+1, which is six hours ahead of Washington DC. Warsaw Chopin Airport is located in Warsaw.
Your flight from Washington DC to WAW won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Peak months like July or holiday times such as Christmas and New Year will mean bigger waits at check-in and security. Be on the safe side and get to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of international flights is wise.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Washington DC to WAW. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA). Break up the journey at one of these airports:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Travelling from central Washington DC to DCA takes around 25 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a comfortable hotel near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Washington DC to Warsaw Chopin Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
71% of flights that depart Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport land at their destination on time.
You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Squeeze in an extra adventure with a stopover on your flight from Washington DC to Warsaw Chopin Airport. Here's where you can connect between Washington Dulles International Airport and WAW:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
You can get to IAD from central Washington DC in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to cover the 40 kilometres or so.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Washington Dulles International Airport the day before your Washington DC to WAW flight:
Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time performance of 77%. This figure highlights how often flights departing from this airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
The street address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
Choosing a plane ticket from Washington DC to Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) with a stop or two can offer you a bigger choice of departure times and access to cheaper fares. When leaving from Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI), here are a few places you can detour to on the way to WAW:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
BWI is roughly 48 kilometres from central Washington DC. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 40 minutes. If you're thinking about using public transport, you can expect a journey of around 50 minutes.
Set yourself up for a smooth departure — stay near Baltimore Washington International Airport and know you'll be at the terminal with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Washington DC to Warsaw Chopin Airport flight:
Flights departing from BWI land at their destination as scheduled 77% of the time.
About Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW)
Consider booking a hotel close to WAW if you're catching a late flight from Washington DC to Warsaw Chopin Airport. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle around one week ahead of your Washington DC to Warsaw Chopin Airport flight.
Getting from Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) to central Warsaw
From Warsaw Chopin Airport, central Warsaw is around 10 kilometres away. It takes about 25 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
It'll take around 25 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Warsaw Chopin Airport is 194 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 545 €. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap flights from Washington DC to WAW, book in advance. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW)
Think about the pace you're looking for when deciding your trip dates. January is the quietest month to visit Warsaw. September is when most people book flights from Washington DC to Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW), which may be ideal if you're chasing more excitement.
The warmest month in Warsaw is July, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your Washington DC to WAW plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees temperatures of between -10ºC (14ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Warsaw Chopin Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Warsaw
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Warsaw right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from Washington DC to Warsaw Chopin Airport:
Your visit to Warsaw wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Leading attractions that belong on your itinerary include The Royal Castle in Warsaw, Warsaw Uprising Monument and Museum of Modern Art.
Explore more of Poland
You've seen Warsaw, now it's time to explore other parts of Poland. Travel around 113 kilometres southwest to Lodz to check off its leading attractions. From Mural Atlas to Łódź Mural and Great Synagogue Memorial, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 241 kilometres south of Warsaw, Krakow is another favourite stop in Poland. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Rynek Glowny, Historic Old Town and St. Mary's Basilica.