Rynek Starego Miasta
The central square of the Old Town, ringed by colourful houses and home to the Mermaid statue. It was rebuilt after the Second World War.
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Airport · Warsaw, Poland
Varsovia Chopin WAW
8 km from central Warsaw. Live flights, getting to town, car rental and where to stay.
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About the airport
Warsaw Chopin Airport (Okęcie) is Poland’s largest airport and the main hub of LOT Polish Airlines. It lies about 10 km south-west of the city centre, with flights across Europe and to long-haul destinations.
Terminals
There is a single terminal, with arrivals and departures in the same building, serving LOT as well as other European and low-cost airlines.
Services
You’ll find restaurants, shops, duty free, free wifi, lounges, currency exchange and car rental. The railway station is next to the terminal and reaches the centre in about 20 min.
Getting to the city
Tren a Varsovia Centralna
Warszawa Lotnisko Chopina station is next to the terminal. Regional and commuter trains (SKM and Koleje Mazowieckie) reach Warsaw Central station in about 20 min.
Autobuses urbanos
Several city bus lines run by Warsaw public transport (ZTM) link the airport with the centre, including line 175, and there is a night service. A standard city ticket is enough.
Taxi
Rank outside arrivals. The ride to central Warsaw takes about 20-30 min depending on traffic. Stick to official taxis or ride-hailing apps.
Airport map
Terminal A
A single terminal, with arrivals and departures in the same building. It handles the domestic, European and long-haul flights of LOT and the other airlines.
Warsaw
Things to do in Warsaw
Warsaw, the capital of Poland, combines an Old Town rebuilt after the war, broad avenues, parks and a lively cultural scene on the banks of the Vistula.
Zamek Królewski
The former residence of Poland's kings, beside Castle Square. Today it is a museum with historic interiors.
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Pałac Kultury i Nauki
The city's most recognisable skyscraper, built in the 1950s. It has a viewing terrace near the top with views over all of Warsaw.
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Łazienki Królewskie
Warsaw's great royal park, with the Palace on the Isle, gardens and peacocks. A lovely place for a stroll, especially in summer.
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How far is the airport from central Warsaw?
Varsovia Chopin airport is about 8 km from central Warsaw.
How do I get from the airport to central Warsaw?
From Varsovia Chopin airport you can take Tren a Varsovia Centralna (train), Autobuses urbanos (bus), and Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
How many terminals does Varsovia Chopin airport have?
Varsovia Chopin has one terminal: Terminal A.
Landing in Warsaw?
Book your car and your stay before you arrive: more choice and better prices.
Photo credits
- The terminal facade with the airport name: Adrian Grycuk, CC BY-SA 3.0 pl, Wikimedia Commons
- The glass facade of the terminal: PerpetualTraveler, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- The terminal entrance: PerpetualTraveler, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Rynek Starego Miasta: Rhododendrites, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Zamek Królewski: Chris Olszewski, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Pałac Kultury i Nauki: Pudelek, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Łazienki Królewskie: Playatravel, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons