Flying from Reykjavik to Warsaw: what you need to know
Planning your holiday starts with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Reykjavik. Keflavik International Airport (KEF) is the city's main base, so explore your options for booking a flight from Reykjavik to Warsaw taking off from here.
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) and Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI) are Warsaw's primary gateways.
The average time for a direct Reykjavik to Warsaw flight is 4 hours 15 minutes.
Warsaw is one hour ahead of Reykjavik and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
With nine weekly flights between the two airports, Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) is the most popular route. Board the earliest flight from Reykjavik to Warsaw with Wizz Air at 00:45. If you prefer to make the most of your day before leaving, the latest departure from KEF to WAW is with Wizz Air at 23:40.
To ensure you get on your Reykjavik to Warsaw flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Reykjavik to Warsaw
At the moment, R 1,156 is the best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Reykjavik to Warsaw. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 2,330. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book seven months before flying. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap Reykjavik to Warsaw flights.
Schedule your trip for October. That's the best month for scoring great bargains on plane tickets from Reykjavik to Warsaw. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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Flying from Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Jet off from Keflavik International Airport (KEF) on a nonstop flight from Reykjavik to Warsaw. From KEF, you can fly straight to Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW).
Top carriers that offer direct Reykjavik to Warsaw plane tickets departing from KEF include:
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your Reykjavik to Warsaw flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Keflavik International Airport. Take a pause at one of these popular options:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
KEF is around 40 kilometres from central Reykjavik. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Reykjavik to Warsaw? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near Keflavik International Airport:
66.96% of flights that take off from Keflavik International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Arriving in Warsaw
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) to central Warsaw takes about 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 6 kilometres away.
It usually takes 20 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Reykjavik to Warsaw. Stay at one of these accommodation options near WAW instead:
Pick up a Frederic Chopin Airport rental car and discover Warsaw and beyond with your own set of wheels. Wheego, Flex To Go and kaizen rent are top outlets to choose from here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Frederic Chopin Airport around one week before your departure date.
Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI)
As soon as your flight from Reykjavik to Warsaw has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in around 50 minutes by car. Central Warsaw is roughly 32 kilometres from Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI).
If you travel by public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 1 hour or so.
After your flight from Reykjavik to Warsaw, rest your head at a hotel close to WMI. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Carwiz, Flex To Go and kaizen rent make picking up a Warsaw-Modlin Airport rental car quick and easy. These trusted companies are located around or in the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Snap up the best price by booking your ride from WMI four weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Warsaw
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Reykjavik to Warsaw. July is the most popular month for a trip to Warsaw. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in February.
Lock in a Reykjavik to Warsaw ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Warsaw to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Search for cheap flights from Reykjavik 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 right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Reykjavik to Warsaw, check out our range of hotels including:
All great holidays should 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 places in Poland waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Warsaw. Around 121 kilometres to the south-west, check out popular attractions including Piotrkowska Street, Museum of the Factory and Herbst Palace Museum. Branch Museum of Art.
If you're interested in discovering another side of 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.