Travelling from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Warsaw: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 2 hours 4 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from Zurich Airport to Warsaw.
Zurich (the location of Zurich Airport) and Warsaw share the same timezone — UTC+1.
With 42 weekly flights between the two airports, Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) is the most popular route. SWISS operates the earliest flight at 06:55. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight from ZRH to WAW is with LOT at 19:55.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from ZRH to Warsaw. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's wise to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
Direct flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Warsaw are available for booking. Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) is where you'll arrive.
Book your ticket with SWISS. This well-known carrier operates direct flights from Zurich Airport to Warsaw.
You don't need a visa for Poland if you have a passport from Switzerland and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements are subject to change. So before booking your flight tickets from Zurich Airport to Warsaw, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest information.
Located around 13 kilometres from the centre of Zurich, ZRH can be reached in approximately 19 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour and 35 minutes.
Have an early flight from Zurich Airport to Warsaw? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near ZRH:
How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Warsaw
C$107 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Zurich Airport to Warsaw. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$211. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
To score cheap tickets from ZRH to Warsaw, book your trip 10 months ahead of your planned departure.
June is the cheapest month for tickets from Zurich Airport to Warsaw. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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Airports in Warsaw
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) to central Warsaw is roughly 8 kilometres. It takes about 21 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour and 9 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Zurich Airport to Warsaw. Stay at one of these accommodation options near WAW instead:
Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI)
Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI) is roughly 40 kilometres from central Warsaw. After your flight from Zurich Airport to Warsaw, it'll take you around 50 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The trip will take roughly 1 hour and 1 minute on public transport.
After your flight from ZRH to Warsaw, rest your head at a hotel near WMI. These are some great options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Warsaw
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Zurich Airport to Warsaw. July is the busiest month to travel to Warsaw. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Warsaw is July, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 27ºC. Lock in your flights from Zurich Airport to Warsaw in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between -10ºC and 4ºC. Search for cheap flights from ZRH to Warsaw sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Warsaw
Once you've booked your flight from Zurich Airport to Warsaw, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Warsaw:
All great vacations should include a little sightseeing. The Royal Castle in Warsaw, Palace of Culture and Science and Copernicus Science Centre are must-visits when exploring Warsaw.
Complete your Warsaw trip with a car rental
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