Travelling from Philadelphia to Warsaw: what you need to know
Planning your holiday begins with working out where you'll leave from in Philadelphia. Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Philadelphia to Warsaw taking off from here.
Touch down in Warsaw at Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) or Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI).
The timezone in Warsaw is UTC+1, which is five hours ahead of Philadelphia.
To ensure you get on your Philadelphia to Warsaw flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during 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 Philadelphia to Warsaw
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap Philadelphia to Warsaw flights if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest plane tickets from Philadelphia to Warsaw across the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from Philadelphia to Warsaw by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Lock in a cheap Philadelphia to Warsaw flight with the help of our filters. Select your ideal times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Flying from Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even explore a different city. When browsing Philadelphia to Warsaw flights leaving from Philadelphia International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
PHL is about 11 kilometres from central Philadelphia. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 45 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Philadelphia to Warsaw? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near Philadelphia International Airport:
78.93% of flights that take off from Philadelphia International Airport land at their destination on time.
The address for PHL is 8500 Essington Ave.
Arriving in Warsaw
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
The distance from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) to central Warsaw is roughly 6 kilometres. It'll take you about 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Philadelphia to Warsaw. Stay at one of these accommodation options near WAW instead:
Follow your own route with a Frederic Chopin Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Wheego, Flex To Go or kaizen rent and discover more of Warsaw and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Frederic Chopin Airport about one week before your departure date.
Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI)
Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI) is around 32 kilometres from the centre of Warsaw. Following your flight from Philadelphia to Warsaw, it'll take you approximately 50 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 1 hour on public transport.
There are some great places to lay your head close to WMI. Settle in and get cosy after your Philadelphia to Warsaw flight at any of these well-located options:
Forget about public transport schedules or waiting forever for a cab. Grab a Warsaw-Modlin Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Compare availability and rates from Carwiz, Flex To Go and kaizen rent.
Snap up the best price by booking your ride from WMI four weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Warsaw
February is the quietest month for flights from Philadelphia to Warsaw, while July is the most popular. Figure out the best time to go to Warsaw based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Warsaw is July, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your Philadelphia to Warsaw ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Look for cheap flights from Philadelphia to Warsaw in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -10ºC (14ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) on average.
More about Warsaw
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Warsaw right here. Browse these hotels after locking in your flight from Philadelphia to Warsaw:
Every great adventure has to include a little 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
You've visited Warsaw, now it's time to discover other parts of Poland. Journey about 121 kilometres south-west to Lodz to check off its top 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.
Around 257 kilometres south of Warsaw, Krakow is another essential stop in Poland. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at St. Mary's Basilica, Planty Park and 100 oak park.
