Flying from Warsaw to Frankfurt: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can take off from in Warsaw. Check out your options leaving from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) or Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI) when reserving your flight from Warsaw to Frankfurt.
When choosing where to land in Frankfurt, Frankfurt Airport (FRA) and Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) are the major entry points.
A direct flight from Warsaw to Frankfurt takes on average 1 hour 55 minutes. Frankfurt's timezone is UTC+1 — the same as Warsaw.
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is the most traveled route between these two cities. There are 65 weekly departures to choose from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from Warsaw to Frankfurt is with LOT - Polish Airlines at 20:50. Choose the first WAW to FRA departure with Lufthansa at 06:25 if you're more of an early bird.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from Warsaw to Frankfurt. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
You don't need a visa for Germany if you hold a passport from Poland and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements are subject to changes. So before locking in your cheap flights from Warsaw to Frankfurt, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the most up-to-date information.
Flying from Warsaw
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
Set out from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) on a nonstop flight from Warsaw to Frankfurt. From WAW, you can land directly at Frankfurt Airport (FRA).
Lufthansa is a leading airline that offers direct flights from Warsaw to Frankfurt taking off from WAW.
Travelling from central Warsaw to WAW takes around 1 hour and 9 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 21 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near Frederic Chopin Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Warsaw to Frankfurt or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI)
You can arrive at WMI from central Warsaw in approximately 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 1 minute to travel the 40 kilometres or so.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before boarding your flight from Warsaw to Frankfurt? Kick back in a hotel near Warsaw-Modlin Airport before your adventure officially begins. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
Arriving in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt is roughly 14 kilometres. It takes about 21 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes around 37 minutes to get there using public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Warsaw to Frankfurt, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near FRA:
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
After your flight from Warsaw to Frankfurt has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in about 1 hour and 32 minutes by car. Central Frankfurt is roughly 121 kilometres from Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take approximately 2 hours and 40 minutes.
You'll find some cozy stays to drop your things at near HHN. Tuck yourself in after your flight from Warsaw to Frankfurt at one of these perfectly located options:
How to find the cheapest flights from Warsaw to Frankfurt
At the moment, C$65 is the best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Warsaw to Frankfurt. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$128. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Lock in cheap flights from Warsaw to Frankfurt by booking at least 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Warsaw to Frankfurt. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
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Best time to go to Frankfurt
February is the quietest month for flights from Warsaw to Frankfurt, while July is the busiest. Figure out the ideal time to visit Frankfurt based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your flight from Warsaw to Frankfurt, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Frankfurt, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC to 28ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Warsaw to Frankfurt in January when temperatures average between -4ºC and 7ºC.
More about Frankfurt
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Frankfurt right here. Explore these options once you've booked your flight from Warsaw to Frankfurt:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Palmengarten, Goethe House and Frankfurt Cathedral are must-visits when exploring Frankfurt.
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