Travelling from Mexico City to Warsaw: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can fly out of in Mexico City. Check out your options departing from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) or Felipe Ángeles International Airport (NLU) when searching for a flight from Mexico City to Warsaw.
When it comes to working out where to land in Warsaw, Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) and Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI) are the chief entry points.
The timezone in Warsaw is UTC+1, which is seven hours ahead of Mexico City.
To ensure you get on your Mexico City to Warsaw flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Warsaw
To find cheap Mexico City to Warsaw flights, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest plane tickets from Mexico City to Warsaw throughout the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from Mexico City to Warsaw by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Find an affordable Mexico City to Warsaw flight with the help of our filters. Select your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
Flying from Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and possibly even tour another city. When browsing Mexico City to Warsaw flights leaving from Benito Juarez International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Located around 6 kilometres from central Mexico City, MEX can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
After a relaxed start to your break? Stay near Benito Juarez International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Mexico City to Warsaw or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
80.91% of flights departing from Benito Juarez International Airport reach their destination on schedule. Given its strong on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when setting off from MEX.
Felipe Ángeles International Airport (NLU)
NLU is about 32 kilometres from central Mexico City. It takes 55 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
Prepare for your flight from Mexico City to Warsaw by spending the night close to Felipe Ángeles International Airport. Verticca Hotel is one option where you can wake up and get to the airport with time to spare.
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Felipe Ángeles International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 68%.
Arriving in Warsaw
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) is approximately 6 kilometres from central Warsaw. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 20 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport typically takes 20 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Mexico City to Warsaw, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near WAW:
Grab a Frederic Chopin Airport rental car and explore Warsaw and beyond with your own set of wheels. Wheego, Flex To Go and kaizen rent are popular outlets to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from Frederic Chopin Airport around one week ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI)
The centre of Warsaw is around 32 kilometres from Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI). After your flight from Mexico City to Warsaw has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 50 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre takes 1 hour or so.
After your flight from Mexico City to Warsaw, kick back at a hotel close to WMI. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Warsaw-Modlin Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Carwiz, Flex To Go or kaizen rent and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Get the lowest price by reserving your ride from WMI four weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Warsaw
July is the most popular month for flights from Mexico City to Warsaw. To avoid the crowds, head to Warsaw in February.
Book a Mexico City to Warsaw ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Warsaw to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Mexico City to Warsaw in January when temperatures average between -10ºC (14ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF).
More about Warsaw
Start your Warsaw trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Mexico City to Warsaw, check out our selection of hotels including:
Warsaw Royal Castle Gardens and The Royal Castle in Warsaw are a couple of major attractions to add to your Warsaw travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Palace of Culture and Science.
Explore more of Poland
You've done Warsaw, now it's time to discover other corners of Poland. Journey about 121 kilometres south-west to Lodz to tick off its leading sights. From Piotrkowska Street to Museum of the Factory and Herbst Palace Museum. Branch Museum of Art, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Krakow is another standout destination in Poland and is around 257 kilometres south of Warsaw. No trip is complete without experiencing St. Mary's Basilica, Planty Park and 100 oak park.