Flying from Istanbul to Warsaw: what you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your journey from in Istanbul. Check out your options leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) when planning your flight from Istanbul to Warsaw.
Hop off your plane in Warsaw at Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) or Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI).
Book a direct Istanbul to Warsaw flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 35 minutes.
The timezone in Warsaw is UTC+1, which is two hours behind Istanbul.
With 33 weekly flights between the two airports, Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) is the busiest route. Hop on the earliest flight from Istanbul to Warsaw with LOT - Polish Airlines at 07:00. If you'd like to get more out of your day before flying, the latest departure from IST to WAW is with LOT - Polish Airlines at 18:30.
To ensure you board your Istanbul to Warsaw flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule to follow.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Warsaw
Book three months before you travel. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap Istanbul to Warsaw flights.
June is the best month for scoring an amazing deal on a plane ticket from Istanbul to Warsaw. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Flying from Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
You can book a direct flight from Istanbul to Warsaw departing from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Start your trip at IST and touch down at Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW).
Keep an eye out for deals with LOT - Polish Airlines. This airline offers direct Istanbul to Warsaw plane tickets out of IST.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save money on your Istanbul to Warsaw flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Take a pause at one of these airports:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Located around 32 kilometres from central Istanbul, IST can be reached in about 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
After a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Istanbul to Warsaw or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Get more out of your holiday with a stopover on your Istanbul to Warsaw flight. Visit family or friends or tick another city off your list. Whatever you decide to do, check out these options between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and Warsaw:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
You can get to SAW from central Istanbul in about 55 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to cover the 31 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your flight from Istanbul to Warsaw? Check in to a hotel near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport before your break officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 77%.
Arriving in Warsaw
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
The distance from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) to central Warsaw is approximately 6 kilometres. It'll take you around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 20 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to WAW if you're coming in on a late flight from Istanbul to Warsaw. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Frederic Chopin Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Wheego, Flex To Go or kaizen rent and explore beyond Warsaw's main sights.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Frederic Chopin Airport around one week ahead of your Istanbul to Warsaw flight.
Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI)
The centre of Warsaw is about 32 kilometres from Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI). Once your flight from Istanbul to Warsaw has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 50 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take about 1 hour on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near WMI. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from Istanbul to Warsaw:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Warsaw-Modlin Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Carwiz, Flex To Go or kaizen rent and get going in the blink of an eye.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Securing your ride four weeks before your arrival at WMI can land you a better rate.
Best time to go to Warsaw
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Istanbul to Warsaw. July is the most popular month to visit Warsaw. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Lock in an Istanbul to Warsaw ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Warsaw to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Look for cheap flights from Istanbul to Warsaw in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -10ºC (14ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) on average.
More about Warsaw
Start your Warsaw trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Warsaw, explore our range of accommodation options including:
Every great adventure 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 cities in Poland waiting to be discovered once you've seen Warsaw. Around 121 kilometres to the south-west, popular attractions include Piotrkowska Street, Museum of the Factory and Herbst Palace Museum. Branch Museum of Art.
Around 257 kilometres south of Warsaw, Krakow is another favourite stop in Poland. No visit is complete without checking out St. Mary's Basilica, Planty Park and 100 oak park.