Flying from Heraklion Airport (HER) to Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Heraklion Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport is 2 hours 55 minutes. Warsaw's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Warsaw 1 hour behind Heraklion.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're traveling during a high season in general.
Getting to Warsaw (and then seeing more of Poland!) is a breeze with Wizz Air. This popular airline runs direct flights from Heraklion Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport.
If you'd like to break up your flight from Heraklion Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport, think about adding a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' and find a destination that appeals to you. The top stopovers on the HER - WAW route are:
Sofia Airport
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
Before booking your cheap ticket from HER to WAW, check whether you need a visa to enter Poland. Visa and travel document requirements may vary and are updated frequently. To get the latest information, contact the nearest consulate or embassy of your destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Heraklion Airport (HER) to Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Heraklion Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport is C$51. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$117. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book 10 months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap flight tickets from HER to WAW.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from Heraklion Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about Heraklion Airport (HER)
The journey from central Heraklion to Heraklion Airport takes around 15 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 3 kilometres in 9 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to HER? If you're on an early flight from Heraklion Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
Consider staying in a hotel close to WAW if you're catching a late flight from Heraklion Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) to central Warsaw
Frederic Chopin Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from central Warsaw. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is around 21 minutes.
It takes roughly 1 hour and 9 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Heraklion Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Warsaw. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Heraklion Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport for July if you'd like to explore Warsaw during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 13ºC and 27ºC.
Look for cheap flight tickets from HER to WAW in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -10ºC and 4ºC on average.
More about Warsaw
As soon as you've booked your flights from HER to WAW, you'll want to find somewhere to stay in Warsaw. Make one of these options your base for exploring this exciting city:
The Royal Castle in Warsaw and Palace of Culture and Science are a couple of top-rated attractions to add to your Warsaw must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Copernicus Science Centre.
For extra choice and flexibility when planning your trip, consider jetting into or out of Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI). This international airport is another popular option for getting to and from Warsaw.
Complete your Warsaw trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked your cheap ticket to Frederic Chopin Airport — now it's time to find a great stay, and perhaps even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Warsaw.