Traveling from Bucharest to Warsaw: what you need to know
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is Bucharest's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Bucharest to Warsaw taking off from here.
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) and Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI) are Warsaw's chief entry points.
Around 1 hour 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be traveling on a direct Bucharest to Warsaw flight.
The timezone in Warsaw is UTC+1, which is one hour behind Bucharest.
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) is the most popular route that connects these two cities. There are 27 weekly flights to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from Bucharest to Warsaw is with LOT - Polish Airlines at 18:30. Opt for the first OTP to WAW departure with LOT - Polish Airlines at 05:30 to make the most of your arrival in Warsaw.
To ensure you make it on your Bucharest to Warsaw flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest to Warsaw
$28 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Bucharest to Warsaw. A return flight starts from $56. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
Book two months before you want to travel. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap Bucharest to Warsaw flights.
The best month for picking up cheap plane tickets from Bucharest to Warsaw is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a better deal comes up on cheap flights from Bucharest to Warsaw.
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Flying from Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
You can catch a direct flight from Bucharest to Warsaw leaving from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP). Begin your trip at OTP and land at Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW).
LOT - Polish Airlines is a popular carrier that offers direct Bucharest to Warsaw plane tickets leaving from OTP.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your Bucharest to Warsaw flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport. Break up the journey at one of these popular options:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
OTP is about 10 miles from central Bucharest. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 35 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Bucharest to Warsaw, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
71.27% of flights leaving from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Arriving in Warsaw
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) to central Warsaw takes about 20 minutes by car. The center is roughly 4 miles away.
Traveling to the center on public transport will take you around 20 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to WAW if you're coming in on a late flight from Bucharest to Warsaw. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Frederic Chopin Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Wheego, Flex To Go or kaizen rent to explore Warsaw and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Frederic Chopin Airport around one week ahead of your departure.
Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI)
Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI) is roughly 20 miles from the center of Warsaw. After your flight from Bucharest to Warsaw, it takes approximately 50 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 1 hour.
After your flight from Bucharest to Warsaw, unwind at a hotel near WMI. These are some comfortable options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Carwiz, Flex To Go and kaizen rent make picking up a Warsaw-Modlin Airport rental car simple. These companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Snap up a deal by booking your ride from WMI four weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Warsaw
July is the busiest month for flights from Bucharest to Warsaw. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Warsaw in February.
Book a Bucharest to Warsaw ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Warsaw to range from 55ºF to 81ºF.
January sees average temperatures of between 14ºF and 39ºF. Look for cheap flights from Bucharest to Warsaw around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Warsaw
Start your Warsaw trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Bucharest to Warsaw, check out our selection of hotels including:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Warsaw Royal Castle Gardens, The Royal Castle in Warsaw and Palace of Culture and Science are must-visits when exploring Warsaw.
Explore more of Poland
Lodz is just one of the many cities in Poland waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Warsaw. Around 75 miles to the south-west, popular attractions include Piotrkowska Street, Museum of the Factory and Herbst Palace Museum. Branch Museum of Art.
Krakow is another favorite destination in Poland and is around 160 miles south of Warsaw. No journey is complete without seeing St. Mary's Basilica, Planty Park and 100 oak park.