Flying from Glasgow to Warsaw: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can start your journey from in Glasgow. Check out your options departing from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) or Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) when planning your flight from Glasgow to Warsaw.
Touch down in Warsaw at Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) or Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI).
The timezone in Warsaw is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Glasgow.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your Glasgow to Warsaw flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as June? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Warsaw
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap Glasgow to Warsaw flights if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
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Flying from Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Glasgow to Warsaw flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Glasgow International Airport. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Travelling from central Glasgow to GLA takes about 35 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Have an early flight from Glasgow to Warsaw? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near Glasgow International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Glasgow International Airport, 70.07% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your Glasgow to Warsaw flight, check out these options when taking off from Glasgow Prestwick Airport:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI)
Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
PIK is about 48 kilometres from central Glasgow. It'll take 40 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not book an additional night away? Consider kicking back in one of these hotels near Glasgow Prestwick Airport the day before your flight from Glasgow to Warsaw:
Glasgow Prestwick Airport has an on-time performance rate of 76.7%. This figure reflects how frequently flights that leave from this airport land on time.
Arriving in Warsaw
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
The distance from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) to central Warsaw is approximately 8 kilometres. It'll take you around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Book a hotel close to WAW if you're coming in on a late flight from Glasgow to Warsaw. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Explore without limits with a Frederic Chopin Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Wheego, Flex To Go or kaizen rent and venture far and wide through Warsaw and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Frederic Chopin Airport about one week ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI)
Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI) is about 32 kilometres from central Warsaw. Once you've disembarked your flight from Glasgow to Warsaw, it takes approximately 50 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The journey will take about 1 hour on public transport.
You'll find some comfortable places to call home for the night near WMI. Kick back after your Glasgow to Warsaw flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or long cab queues. 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.
Don't pay more than you need to. Securing your ride four weeks before your arrival at WMI will help you save.
Best time to go to Warsaw
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Glasgow to Warsaw. July is the busiest month to visit Warsaw. If you want a more relaxed atmosphere, go in February.
Book a Glasgow to Warsaw ticket departing in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Warsaw to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -10ºC (14ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Look for cheap flights from Glasgow to Warsaw around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Warsaw
Start your Warsaw trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Glasgow to Warsaw, browse our selection of hotels including:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Warsaw Royal Castle Gardens, The Royal Castle in Warsaw and Palace of Culture and Science are essential stops on your Warsaw itinerary.
Explore more of Poland
Lodz is just one of the many places in Poland waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Warsaw. Around 121 kilometres to the south-west, its top attractions include Piotrkowska Street, Museum of the Factory and Herbst Palace Museum. Branch Museum of Art.
Krakow is another must-experience destination in Poland and is around 257 kilometres south of Warsaw. No trip is complete without visiting St. Mary's Basilica, Planty Park and 100 oak park.