Travelling from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW): what you need to know
The timezone in Warsaw is UTC+1, which is one hour behind Johannesburg.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your JNB to WAW flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between JNB and WAW:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
R 6,459 is the lowest price for a one-way O.R. Tambo International Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 9,524. These prices can change based on demand.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from JNB to WAW. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from JNB to WAW.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport.
Handy information about O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Of all flights leaving O.R. Tambo International Airport, 77.1% land on time at their destination.
Central Johannesburg to O.R. Tambo International Airport is approximately 29 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near JNB? If you're catching an early flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
Book a hotel near WAW if you're catching a late O.R. Tambo International Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Frederic Chopin Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Wheego, Flex To Go or kaizen rent and explore beyond Warsaw's usual tourist stops.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Frederic Chopin Airport about one week before travelling.
Getting from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) to central Warsaw
Frederic Chopin Airport to central Warsaw has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
It takes around 1 hour 10 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Warsaw. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Warsaw is July, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between -10ºC (14ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Search for cheap tickets from JNB to WAW sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Poland
Warsaw is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Poland waiting to be discovered. Around 121 kilometres south-west of Warsaw, a visit to Lodz will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Piotrkowska Street, Museum of the Factory and Herbst Palace Museum. Branch Museum of Art.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in Poland, head for Krakow, roughly 257 kilometres south of Warsaw. St. Mary's Basilica, Planty Park and 100 oak park are the start of reasons to visit.
