Travelling from Vienna Airport (VIE) to Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Vienna Airport to Warsaw Chopin Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 15 minutes.
Warsaw's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Vienna.
Each week, there are 47 Vienna Airport to Warsaw Chopin Airport flights. If you'd like to be on board as early as possible, go for the 05:45 Ryanair flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 21:25 with Austrian.
To ensure you catch your VIE to WAW flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
With direct flights from Vienna Airport to Warsaw Chopin Airport available from numerous airlines, flying to Warsaw (and then other destinations in Poland) is a snap. Here's who you can fly nonstop with:
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Austrian Airlines.
With a dependable 88.51% of services arriving on schedule, Ethiopian Airlines has the best on-time performance for VIE to WAW flights.
Handy information about Vienna Airport (VIE)
Vienna Airport has a strong on-time record, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from VIE make it to their destination as scheduled 80% of the time.
Central Vienna to Vienna Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 15 minutes.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near VIE. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Vienna Airport to Warsaw Chopin Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW)
If you're coming in on a late Vienna Airport to Warsaw Chopin Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these accommodation options near WAW:
Travel at your own pace with a Warsaw 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.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Warsaw Chopin Airport around one week before you set off.
Getting from Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) to central Warsaw
Warsaw Chopin Airport to the centre of Warsaw has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport typically takes 25 minutes.
When to fly to Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Vienna Airport to Warsaw Chopin Airport. September is the busiest month to visit Warsaw. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
When booking your flight from Vienna Airport to Warsaw Chopin Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Warsaw, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -10ºC (14ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Search for cheap tickets from VIE to WAW sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Poland
You've done Warsaw, now it's time to explore other parts of Poland. Journey about 121 kilometres south-west to Lodz to tick off its leading sights. From Mural Atlas to Łódź Mural and Great Synagogue Memorial, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 257 kilometres south of Warsaw, Krakow is another essential stop in Poland. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Rynek Glowny, Historic Old Town and St. Mary's Basilica.
