Travelling from Johannesburg to Warsaw: what you need to know
Johannesburg's main base, O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), is where countless awesome holidays begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Johannesburg to Warsaw.
Arrive in Warsaw at Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) or Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI).
Warsaw's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Warsaw one hour behind Johannesburg.
To ensure you make it on your Johannesburg to Warsaw flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling over a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Warsaw
To find cheap Johannesburg to Warsaw flights, book as early as possible. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap plane tickets from Johannesburg to Warsaw is easy if you're flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across the month and snap up a fantastic deal.
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Flying from Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper Johannesburg to Warsaw flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from O.R. Tambo International Airport. Break up the journey at one of these airports:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Travelling from central Johannesburg to JNB takes about 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 23 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Have an early flight from Johannesburg to Warsaw? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near O.R. Tambo International Airport:
Of all flights leaving O.R. Tambo International Airport, 77.1% land on schedule at their destination.
Arriving in Warsaw
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) to central Warsaw takes around 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 6 kilometres away.
It usually takes 20 minutes to get there on public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Johannesburg to Warsaw, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near WAW:
Grab a Frederic Chopin Airport rental car and explore Warsaw and beyond with your own wheels. Wheego, Flex To Go and kaizen rent are top providers to choose from here.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Frederic Chopin Airport about one week in advance of your Johannesburg to Warsaw flight.
Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI)
As soon as your flight from Johannesburg to Warsaw has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in around 50 minutes by car. Central Warsaw is roughly 32 kilometres from Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI).
Public transport will get you there in about 1 hour.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel close to WMI. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from Johannesburg to Warsaw:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or slow-moving cab lines. Pick up a Warsaw-Modlin Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Check out the rates and availability from Carwiz, Flex To Go and kaizen rent.
Get exactly what you want. Reserving your ride from WMI four weeks in advance often means better deals and a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Warsaw
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Johannesburg to Warsaw. July is the most popular month to visit Warsaw. If you like a quieter vibe, go in February.
When booking your Johannesburg 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.
January has average temperatures of between -10ºC and 4ºC. Look for cheap flights from Johannesburg to Warsaw around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Warsaw
After booking your flight from Johannesburg to Warsaw, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these options your base for exploring Warsaw:
Warsaw Royal Castle Gardens and The Royal Castle in Warsaw are just two of the popular attractions to add to your Warsaw to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Palace of Culture and Science.
Explore more of Poland
Lodz is just one of the many places in Poland waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Warsaw. Around 121 kilometres to the south-west, its top attractions include 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. No visit is complete without checking out St. Mary's Basilica, Planty Park and 100 oak park.
