Travelling from Milan to Warsaw: what you need to know
When searching for a flight from Milan to Warsaw, there's a nice selection of airports you can take off from. Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) and Milano Linate Airport (LIN) are among Milan's main options.
Arrive in Warsaw at Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) or Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI).
Around 2 hours is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Milan to Warsaw flight.
Milan and Warsaw share the UTC+1 timezone. That means you won't need to account for any time differences.
The busiest route for flights from Milan to Warsaw is Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to {"defaultCase":"Frederic Chopin Airport","accusativeCase":"Frederic Chopin Airport","nominativeCase":"Frederic Chopin Airport","dativeCase":"Frederic Chopin Airport"} (WAW). Pick from 21 services that connect these two airports every week.
To ensure you make it on your Milan to Warsaw flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan to Warsaw
To snag cheap Milan to Warsaw flights, book your journey two months before your departure.
Organise your trip for May. That's the best month for scoring great bargains on plane tickets from Milan to Warsaw. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
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Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines by using the filters. Or sort your Milan to Warsaw flight results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'
Flying from Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Jet off from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) on a nonstop flight from Milan to Warsaw. From MXP, you can fly directly to Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW).
Popular airlines that offer direct Milan to Warsaw plane tickets departing from MXP include:
We make it simple to book a Milan to Warsaw flight with a stopover. To see your options leaving from Milano Malpensa Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Located around 40 kilometres from the centre of Milan, MXP can be reached in about 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 55 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to Milano Malpensa Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Milan to Warsaw, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Milano Malpensa Airport, 68.23% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Direct flights from Milan to Warsaw operate out of Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY), so consider flying out of this hub. BGY offers nonstop services to Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) and Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI).
From BGY, you can book a direct Milan to Warsaw plane ticket with Wizz Air.
Visit family or friends or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your Milan to Warsaw flight, check out these options when setting off from Orio al Serio International Airport:
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Wroclaw Airport (WRO)
Cluj-Napoca International Airport (CLJ)
BGY is around 48 kilometres from central Milan. It takes 1 hour or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours 20 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your flight from Milan to Warsaw? Kick back in a hotel near Orio al Serio International Airport before your holiday officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
67.49% of flights leaving Orio al Serio International Airport meet their expected arrival time.
Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
Book a ticket from Milan to Warsaw out of Milano Linate Airport (LIN) with one or more stops. Popular stopovers between LIN and Warsaw are:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
The journey time to LIN from central Milan is around 45 minutes on public transport. If you're planning to travel by car, it'll take you about 30 minutes to cover the 8 kilometres or so.
Make taking an early Milan to Warsaw flight the easiest part of your trip. Stay at one of these hotels near Milano Linate Airport and get to your check-in counter without rushing:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights arrive at their destinations within the expected time frame. At LIN, that rate is 79.56%.
Arriving in Warsaw
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) to central Warsaw takes around 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 8 kilometres away.
It usually takes 1 hour 10 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
Reserve a hotel close to WAW if you're coming in on a late flight from Milan to Warsaw. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with a Frederic Chopin Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Wheego, Flex To Go or kaizen rent and experience more of Warsaw and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Frederic Chopin Airport about one week ahead of your Milan to Warsaw flight.
Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI)
Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI) is about 32 kilometres from central Warsaw. Once you've disembarked your flight from Milan to Warsaw, it'll take you approximately 50 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Public transport will get you there in around 1 hour.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel near WMI. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from Milan to Warsaw:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Warsaw-Modlin Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Carwiz, Flex To Go or kaizen rent and get going in the blink of an eye.
Snap up the best price by reserving your ride from WMI four weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Warsaw
February is the quietest month for flights from Milan to Warsaw, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Warsaw based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your Milan to Warsaw tickets, think about the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Warsaw, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC to 27ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Milan to Warsaw in January when temperatures average between -10ºC and 4ºC.
More about Warsaw
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Warsaw right here. Explore these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Milan to Warsaw:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Warsaw Royal Castle Gardens, The Royal Castle in Warsaw and Palace of Culture and Science are highlights which should feature on every Warsaw itinerary.
Explore more of Poland
Lodz is just one of the many cities in Poland waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of 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.
Around 257 kilometres south of Warsaw, Krakow is another essential stop in Poland. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at St. Mary's Basilica, Planty Park and 100 oak park.
