Warsaw Chopin Airport

Warsaw Chopin Airport (IATA code: WAW) is Poland’s most important airport and therefore also the main one of the two serving Warsaw (the other being Warsaw Modlin Airport). Located just 10 km south of Warsaw’s city centre, this modern airport is named after the famous Polish composer Fryderyk Chopin, celebrating the city’s connection with its rich cultural heritage.

Its location makes it easily accessible from the centre of Warsaw, in fact it can be reached in only about 20-25 minutes by car or taxi, depending on traffic. The airport serves not only the capital, but also serves as a transit point for many other Polish cities.

For those arriving from Łódź, Poland’s second largest city, the journey by car takes about 1 hour 30 minutes, while from Krakow the journey time is about 3 hours 30 minutes.

How to get to the centre of Warsaw

By train

The train is one of the most efficient ways to reach the centre of Warsaw from the airport. The railway station is conveniently connected to the terminal via a covered passageway. Two lines serve the airport:

1. Line S2 connects the airport to Warsaw Central Station (Warszawa Centralna) with stops in between. The journey takes about 20 minutes.
2. Line S3 offers a direct connection to the city centre, taking about 25 minutes.

Trains depart every 15-30 minutes, depending on the time of day and day of the week. Tickets can be purchased at automated machines at the airport or using the Warsaw Public Transport mobile app.

By bus

The bus service offers an inexpensive and extensive alternative to reach various parts of the city. The main lines serving the airport are:

• Line 175 connects the airport with the city centre, passing important points of interest.
• Night line N32 provides connections during the night hours.

The bus journey generally takes between 30 and 40 minutes, depending on traffic and the specific destination. Tickets can be purchased from ticket machines at bus stops, on board the bus or via app.

By taxi

Taxis are always available at the exit of the arrivals terminal. The journey to the centre of Warsaw takes about 20-25 minutes in normal traffic conditions. It is advisable to use only official taxis or book via recognised apps to ensure fair fares.

Private transfer

An alternative to TAXIs is to book in advance a private transfer to or from Warsaw Chopin Airport airport. A driver will pick you up at the airport arrivals (thus avoiding taxi queues), at your hotel or wherever you prefer, to take you to the desired address.

It is the best solution if you do not want to waste time, do not want to use public transport, have a lot of luggage or are travelling in a group. To book a private transfer to or from Warsaw Chopin Airport airport visit this site.

Arrivals and Departures

Recommended hotels

Below is a list of recommended hotels near Warsaw Chopin Airport.