Flying from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) to Frankfurt: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 1 hour 40 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Frederic Chopin Airport to Frankfurt.
Frankfurt and Warsaw (where Frederic Chopin Airport is located) are in the UTC+1 timezone. That means you won't need to account for any time differences.
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is the most traveled route, with 46 departures a week to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from WAW to FRA is with LOT - Polish Airlines at 20:45. Choose the first departure with Lufthansa at 06:25 if you want to fly out earlier.
For a relaxed start to your WAW to Frankfurt flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself some extra wiggle room. A good rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
You can book a direct Frederic Chopin Airport to Frankfurt ticket. Start your journey at WAW and end it at Frankfurt Airport (FRA).
Lufthansa is a popular airline that offers direct flights from Frederic Chopin Airport to Frankfurt.
Travelling from central Warsaw to WAW takes around 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a hotel close to WAW? If you've booked an early flight from Frederic Chopin Airport to Frankfurt, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
Of all flights departing from Frederic Chopin Airport, 77.68% arrive on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) to Frankfurt
R 1,066 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Frederic Chopin Airport to Frankfurt flight. Return flight tickets start from R 2,422. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
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The best month for picking up cheap Frederic Chopin Airport to Frankfurt tickets is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.
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Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The distance from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt is roughly 14 kilometres. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Frederic Chopin Airport to Frankfurt, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near FRA:
Travel at your own pace with a Frankfurt Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Wheego, Alamo or OK Mobility and discover more of Frankfurt and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Frankfurt Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from WAW to Frankfurt.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Once your flight from Frederic Chopin Airport to Frankfurt has arrived, you can reach the city centre in around 1 hour 30 minutes by car. Central Frankfurt is roughly 121 kilometres from Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN).
Public transport will get you there in about 2 hours 40 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel close to HHN. Here are a few options where you can check in after your WAW to Frankfurt flight:
Flex To Go, Alamo and Keddy By Europcar make collecting a Frankfurt - Hahn Airport rental car easy and quick. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Securing your ride from HHN four weeks in advance often means lower prices and a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Frankfurt
Before locking in your flights from Frederic Chopin Airport to Frankfurt, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Frankfurt offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the off-season means you'll get cheaper hotel rates and smaller crowds.
When booking your Frederic Chopin Airport to Frankfurt flight ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Frankfurt, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from WAW to Frankfurt in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
More about Frankfurt
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Frankfurt right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Frederic Chopin Airport to Frankfurt:
Goethe House and Palmengarten are just two of the major attractions to add to your Frankfurt travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Frankfurt Cathedral.
Explore more of Germany
Berlin is just one of the many cities in Germany waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Frankfurt. Around 418 kilometres away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
Hamburg is another must-experience destination in Germany and is around 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt. No trip is complete without a visit to Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.