Flying from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) to Los Angeles: what you need to know
Approximately 11 hours 35 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Frederic Chopin Airport to Los Angeles.
The timezone in Los Angeles is UTC-7. The city is 8 hours behind Warsaw, where Frederic Chopin Airport is located.
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is the most traveled route, with 6 flights a week to pick from. If you have things to do before heading off, the last flight from WAW to LAX is with LOT at 16:50. Opt for the first departure with LOT at 10:45 if you want to get on your way earlier.
To ensure you get on your flight from WAW to Los Angeles, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Nonstop flights from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) to Los Angeles are available for booking. Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is where you'll step off the plane.
LOT is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Frederic Chopin Airport to Los Angeles.
If you have a passport from Poland, you will need an ETA to enter United States. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from Frederic Chopin Airport to Los Angeles for tourism purposes. The rules may be different if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always check the visa rules ahead of booking and definitely before you fly.
Located around 8 kilometres from the centre of Warsaw, WAW can be reached in approximately 21 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 9 minutes.
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How to find the cheapest flights from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) to Los Angeles
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Frederic Chopin Airport to Los Angeles is C$438. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$683. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book 10 months before you want to travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from WAW to Los Angeles.
Organize your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Frederic Chopin Airport to Los Angeles. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
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Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles is approximately 32 kilometres. It takes about 32 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 54 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Frederic Chopin Airport to Los Angeles, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near LAX:
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
As soon as your flight from Frederic Chopin Airport to Los Angeles has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in about 34 minutes by car. Central Los Angeles is roughly 32 kilometres from Van Nuys Airport (VNY).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take approximately 1 hour and 41 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel close to VNY. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from WAW to Los Angeles:
Best time to go to Los Angeles
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Frederic Chopin Airport to Los Angeles. July is the most popular month to visit Los Angeles. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in May.
When booking your flight from Frederic Chopin Airport to Los Angeles, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Los Angeles, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 32ºC.
Look for cheap flights from WAW to Los Angeles in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 6ºC and 26ºC on average.
More about Los Angeles
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Griffith Observatory and The Broad are just the start of the major attractions to put on your Los Angeles travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.
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