Travelling from Istanbul to Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW): What you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can start your journey from in Istanbul. Explore your options leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) when reserving your flight from Istanbul to Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW).
The average duration of a direct Istanbul to Frederic Chopin Airport flight is 2 hours 35 minutes.
Warsaw is two hours behind Istanbul. Frederic Chopin Airport is located in Warsaw, which operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
With 33 direct flights a week between the two airports, Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) is the most popular route. LOT - Polish Airlines operates the earliest flight at 7am. If you'd like to make the most of your day before taking off, the last departure from IST to WAW is with LOT - Polish Airlines at 6:30pm.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Istanbul to WAW. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
If you're jetting off during a bank holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Arrive two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
You can find a direct flight from Istanbul to Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) out of Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST).
LOT - Polish Airlines is a popular airline that operates direct flights from Istanbul to Frederic Chopin Airport jetting out of IST.
The majority of passengers choose to book seats with LOT - Polish Airlines between IST and WAW.
IST is about 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your holiday? Stay near Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Istanbul to Frederic Chopin Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels have you covered:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Split up your flight from Istanbul to Frederic Chopin Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick a new place off your list. Top stopovers between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and WAW are:
Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport (BEG)
Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport (ADB)
Sofia Airport (SOF)
On public transport, you can travel from central Istanbul to SAW in around 1 hour 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 55 minutes.
Catching an early morning flight? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport the day before your Istanbul to WAW flight:
76.93% of all departures from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
About Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
If you have a late flight from Istanbul to Frederic Chopin Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near WAW:
Grab a Frederic Chopin Airport rental car and discover Warsaw and beyond with your own wheels. Wheego, Flex To Go and kaizen rent are well-known companies to choose from here.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride around one week in advance of your Istanbul to Frederic Chopin Airport flight.
Getting from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) to central Warsaw
Frederic Chopin Airport to central Warsaw is around 8 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, plan in advance to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times can vary depending on traffic and the time of day.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Frederic Chopin Airport is R 1,093. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 2,224. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Book one month before you want to travel. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Istanbul to WAW.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
July is when most people book flights from Istanbul to Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW). Visit Warsaw in February if you'd rather avoid peak season.
Book an Istanbul to WAW plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Warsaw to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Frederic Chopin Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -10ºC (14ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF).
More about Warsaw
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Warsaw right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Frederic Chopin Airport:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. The Royal Castle in Warsaw, Monument of the Warsaw Uprising and Museum of Modern Art are essential stops on your Warsaw itinerary.
Explore more of Poland
Warsaw is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Poland you should also see. Around 113 kilometres south-west of Warsaw, a visit to Lodz will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Mural Atlas, Łódź Mural and Great Synagogue Memorial.
Around 241 kilometres south of Warsaw, Krakow is another favourite stop in Poland. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Rynek Glowny, Historic Old Town and St. Mary's Basilica.