Flying from Bucharest to Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW): What you need to know
Planning your getaway starts with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Bucharest. Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is the city's main base, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Bucharest to Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) out of here.
Book a direct Bucharest to Frederic Chopin Airport flight and you'll be in the air for around 1 hour 50 minutes.
Warsaw is one hour behind Bucharest. Frederic Chopin Airport is located in Warsaw, which runs on the UTC+1 timezone.
With 27 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) is the busiest route. LOT - Polish Airlines operates the earliest flight at 5:30am. If you prefer to make the most of your day before taking off, the latest flight from OTP to WAW is with LOT - Polish Airlines at 6:30pm.
To ensure you get on your flight from Bucharest to WAW, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Peak season means busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Bucharest to Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) can be booked from this terminal.
When jetting out of OTP, you can catch a direct flight from Bucharest to Frederic Chopin Airport with LOT - Polish Airlines.
LOT - Polish Airlines is the airline with the highest passenger demand for flights from OTP to WAW.
LOT - Polish Airlines leads the way in punctuality. A dependable 80.12% of its services on this route arrive without delay.
OTP is around 21 kilometres from central Bucharest. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 35 minutes.
Have an early flight from Bucharest to Frederic Chopin Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by staying at one of these hotels near Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport, 71.27% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
About Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
If you have a late flight from Bucharest to Frederic Chopin Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near WAW:
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To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around one week ahead of your Bucharest to Frederic Chopin Airport flight.
Getting from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) to central Warsaw
The centre of Warsaw is roughly 8 kilometres from Frederic Chopin Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary based on traffic conditions, so do a little research ahead of your trip.
It typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest to Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bucharest to Frederic Chopin Airport is Rs5,796. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs11,960. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Bucharest to WAW. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
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The best time to fly from Bucharest to Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
July is the busiest month for flights from Bucharest to Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW). Plan your visit to Warsaw in February if you prefer a quieter experience.
Book a Bucharest to WAW flight ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Warsaw to range from 13ºC to 27ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Bucharest to Frederic Chopin Airport in January when temperatures are between -10ºC and 4ºC.
More about Warsaw
After booking your flight from Bucharest to Frederic Chopin Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Warsaw:
The Royal Castle in Warsaw and Monument of the Warsaw Uprising are a couple of top attractions to put on your Warsaw must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Museum of Modern Art.
Explore more of Poland
You've seen Warsaw, now it's time to explore other parts of Poland. Journey around 113 kilometres south-west to Lodz to check off its top attractions. From Mural Atlas to Łódź Mural and Great Synagogue Memorial, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If there's time to check out another corner of Poland, head for Krakow, roughly 241 kilometres south of Warsaw. Rynek Glowny, Historic Old Town and St. Mary's Basilica are key highlights.
