Travelling from Frankfurt to Warsaw: what you need to know
Frankfurt has two main airports where you can set off on your adventure. Explore your options for booking a flight from Frankfurt to Warsaw departing from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) or Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN).
When it comes to planning your arrival in Warsaw, Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) and Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI) are the primary hubs.
On average, direct flights from Frankfurt to Warsaw take 1 hour 39 minutes. Warsaw and Frankfurt are in the same timezone (UTC+1), which means you won't need to change your watch when you land.
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) is the most traveled route between these two cities. There are 66 weekly flights to pick from. If you have things to do before heading off, the last flight from Frankfurt to Warsaw is with Lufthansa at 21:00. Opt for the first FRA to WAW departure operated by Lufthansa at 06:50 if you want to get going early.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Frankfurt to Warsaw.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
You can visit Poland for tourism purposes without a visa if you hold a passport from Germany. But before organising your cheap flight from Frankfurt to Warsaw, double-check for the newest rules and regulations. Visa rules are subject to change, and you may require some travel documents if your trip is for business or other reasons.
Flying from Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Set out from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) on a nonstop flight from Frankfurt to Warsaw. From FRA, you can fly straight to Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW).
Lufthansa is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from Frankfurt to Warsaw leaving from FRA.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and possibly even tour another city. When browsing flights from Frankfurt to Warsaw leaving from Frankfurt Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Frankfurt, FRA can be reached in about 21 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey by public transport is roughly 37 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near Frankfurt Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Frankfurt to Warsaw or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Split up your flight from Frankfurt to Warsaw with a stop so you can recharge or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Some popular stopovers between Frankfurt Airport and Warsaw include:
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
HHN is around 121 kilometres from central Frankfurt. It'll take you 1 hour and 32 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 2 hours and 40 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your flight from Frankfurt to Warsaw? Unwind in a hotel near Frankfurt - Hahn Airport before your adventure officially begins. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
Arriving in Warsaw
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) is around 8 kilometres from the centre of Warsaw. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is around 21 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour and 9 minutes to get there by public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Frankfurt to Warsaw, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near WAW:
Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI)
After your flight from Frankfurt to Warsaw has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city centre in about 50 minutes by car. Central Warsaw is approximately 40 kilometres from Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI).
You can also opt for public transport, which will take around 1 hour and 1 minute.
After your flight from Frankfurt to Warsaw, kick back at a hotel near WMI. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Warsaw
ر.ق. 254 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Frankfurt to Warsaw. Return flights start from ر.ق. 486. These fares can change depending on availability.
Book 4 months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from Frankfurt to Warsaw.
December is the cheapest month for flight tickets from Frankfurt to Warsaw. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Best time to go to Warsaw
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Frankfurt to Warsaw. July is the busiest month to visit Warsaw. If you want a more relaxed atmosphere, go in February.
Book your flight from Frankfurt to Warsaw for July if you'd like to head to the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Warsaw to range from 13ºC to 27ºC.
For cooler conditions, lock in a cheap ticket from Frankfurt to Warsaw in January when temperatures average between -10ºC and 4ºC.
More about Warsaw
Start your Warsaw trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Frankfurt to Warsaw, browse our range of hotels including:
The Royal Castle in Warsaw and Palace of Culture and Science are just the start of the popular attractions to put on your Warsaw travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Copernicus Science Centre.
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