Flying from Beijing to Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW): What you need to know
Beijing is home to a couple of airports where you can start your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Beijing to Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) taking off from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Daxing International Airport (PKX).
The average time for a direct Beijing to Frederic Chopin Airport flight is 10 hours.
The timezone in Warsaw is UTC+1, which is seven hours behind Beijing. Frederic Chopin Airport is located in Warsaw.
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) is the busiest route, with 4 direct services each week. You can get from PEK to WAW on Air China's 2:50am departure.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from Beijing to WAW.
Heading off during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
You can jump on a direct flight from Beijing to Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) departing from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK).
When leaving from PEK, you can catch a direct flight from Beijing to Frederic Chopin Airport with Air China.
Air China is the airline with the highest passenger demand for flights from PEK to WAW.
With a reliable 83.33% of services arriving on schedule, Air China is the most punctual carrier operating on this route.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from Beijing to WAW leaving from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
Brussels Airport (BRU)
To reach PEK from central Beijing, it takes about 40 minutes to drive the 31 kilometres or so.
Catching an early flight from Beijing to Frederic Chopin Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these stays close to Beijing Capital International Airport:
79.67% of flights departing from Beijing Capital International Airport reach their destination on time.
You'll find PEK at Capital Airport Rd.
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Check a new destination off your list or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Beijing to Frederic Chopin Airport, here's where you can stop when departing from Daxing International Airport:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Driving from central Beijing to PKX generally takes 1 hour 5 minutes, depending on traffic. The distance from the city centre to the airport is around 56 kilometres.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Beijing to WAW flight? Unwind in a hotel near Daxing International Airport before your trip officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
Daxing International Airport has a strong track record for reliability and timeliness. 88.83% of flights leaving here keep to their planned arrival schedule.
About Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
Have a late flight from Beijing to Frederic Chopin Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near WAW and fast-forward to bedtime:
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For the best deal, book your vehicle around one week in advance of your Beijing to Frederic Chopin Airport flight.
Getting from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) to central Warsaw
Frederic Chopin Airport to central Warsaw is around 8 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, plan ahead to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times can vary based on traffic conditions and the time of day.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Beijing to Frederic Chopin Airport is Rs82,142. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs162,115. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Beijing to WAW. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your Beijing to Frederic Chopin Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Beijing to Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
Think about your travel style when deciding when to fly. February is the quietest month to go to Warsaw. July is when most people book flights from Beijing to Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
Before locking in your Beijing to WAW flight ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Warsaw, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC to 27ºC.
January sees temperatures of between -10ºC and 4ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Beijing to Frederic Chopin Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Warsaw
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Warsaw right here. Check out these hotels after locking in your flight from Beijing to Frederic Chopin Airport:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be tricky to know where to begin. The Royal Castle in Warsaw, Monument of the Warsaw Uprising and Museum of Modern Art are popular attractions which should be on every Warsaw itinerary.
Explore more of Poland
You've seen Warsaw, now it's time to explore other corners of Poland. Travel about 113 kilometres south-west to Lodz to tick off its top sights. From Mural Atlas to Łódź Mural and Great Synagogue Memorial, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 241 kilometres south of Warsaw, Krakow is another favourite stop in Poland. Start your sightseeing at Rynek Glowny, Historic Old Town and St. Mary's Basilica.