Travelling from Warsaw to Beijing: what you need to know
Warsaw is home to a couple of airports where you can set off on your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Warsaw to Beijing flying out of Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) or Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI).
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) and Daxing International Airport (PKX) are Beijing's primary gateways.
10 hours 4 minutes is the average duration of a direct flight from Warsaw to Beijing. Following the UTC+8 timezone, Beijing is 7 hours ahead of Warsaw.
With 8 flights a week between the two airports, Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is the busiest route. Board the earliest flight from Warsaw to Beijing with Air China at 13:10. If you prefer to get more out of your day before you fly, the last flight from WAW to PEK is with LOT - Polish Airlines at 14:40.
Leave enough time to catch your flight from Warsaw to Beijing. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying over a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you hold a passport from Poland, you'll need an embassy visa to enter China. This applies if you're booking a cheap flight from Warsaw to Beijing for tourism purposes. The rules may be different if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always check official visa guidelines ahead of booking and definitely before you fly.
Flying from Warsaw
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
If you're looking for a direct flight from Warsaw to Beijing, they're available from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW). Get from WAW to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in one seamless trip.
LOT - Polish Airlines is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from Warsaw to Beijing jetting out of WAW.
Located around 8 kilometres from the centre of Warsaw, WAW can be reached in about 21 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 9 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Warsaw to Beijing? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to Frederic Chopin Airport:
Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI)
WMI is around 40 kilometres from central Warsaw. It takes 50 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 1 minute.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before boarding your flight from Warsaw to Beijing? Kick back in a hotel near Warsaw-Modlin Airport before your trip officially begins. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
Arriving in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to central Beijing is approximately 31 kilometres. It takes around 40 minutes to get to the centre driving.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Warsaw to Beijing. Book one of these accommodation options near PEK instead:
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
The centre of Beijing is about 56 kilometres from Daxing International Airport (PKX). Once your flight from Warsaw to Beijing has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 1 hour and 3 minutes.
You'll find some comfortable stays to drop your things at near PKX. Tuck yourself in after your flight from Warsaw to Beijing at any of these well-located options:
How to find the cheapest flights from Warsaw to Beijing
C$389 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Warsaw to Beijing. A return flight starts at C$924. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
To score cheap flights from Warsaw to Beijing, book your trip 9 months ahead of the departure date.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Warsaw to Beijing. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Best time to go to Beijing
July is the most popular month for flights from Warsaw to Beijing. To skip the crowds, head to Beijing in February.
When booking your flight from Warsaw to Beijing, consider the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Beijing, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 35ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Warsaw to Beijing in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -11ºC and 3ºC on average.
More about Beijing
Start your Beijing trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Warsaw to Beijing, browse our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Tiananmen Square are highlights which should feature on any well-planned Beijing itinerary.
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