Flying from Warsaw to London: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can start your journey from in Warsaw. Check out your options departing from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) or Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI) when booking your flight from Warsaw to London.
Touch down at London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) or one of London's other airports. They include Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
2 hours 40 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Warsaw to London. Following the UTC+0 timezone, London is 1 hour behind Warsaw.
With 50 flights a week between the two airports, Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is the busiest route. Board the earliest flight from Warsaw to London with Wizz Air at 06:00. If you'd like to make the most of your day before jetting off, the last flight from WAW to LHR is with Wizz Air at 17:30.
To ensure you get on your flight from Warsaw to London, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
If you have a passport from Poland and are traveling to United Kingdom for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, visa and entry requirements may differ based on the reason for your trip and can be subject to change. For the latest information, contact your destination's nearest consulate or embassy before booking a cheap flight from Warsaw to London.
Flying from Warsaw
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
Direct flights from Warsaw to London can be booked from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW). WAW offers nonstop services to two London terminals, London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Luton Airport (LTN).
At WAW, you'll find a variety of airlines offering direct flights from Warsaw to London, including:
Traveling from central Warsaw to WAW takes around 1 hour and 9 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometers in 21 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Need a handy hotel near Frederic Chopin Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Warsaw to London, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Warsaw to WMI in around 1 hour and 1 minute. The terminal is roughly 40 kilometers away, and getting there by car will take approximately 50 minutes.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before your flight from Warsaw to London? Kick back in a hotel near Warsaw-Modlin Airport before your break officially starts. Consider one of these stays:
Arriving in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is around 31 kilometers from the center of London. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 57 minutes.
If you're traveling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour and 1 minute.
Reserve a hotel close to LHR if you're taking a late flight from Warsaw to London. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is roughly 80 kilometers from central London. Once you've hopped off your flight from Warsaw to London, expect a drive time of approximately 1 hour and 19 minutes to get to the heart of the city.
You can also travel using public transport, which will take approximately 1 hour and 26 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near LGW. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from Warsaw to London:
How to find the cheapest flights from Warsaw to London
AED 104 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Warsaw to London. A return flight starts at AED 190. These prices can change based on availability.
Lock in cheap tickets from Warsaw to London by booking at least 11 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from Warsaw to London is July. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the dates with the lowest fares.
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Best time to go to London
July is the busiest month for flights from Warsaw to London. To avoid the crowds, go to London in February.
Lock in your flight from Warsaw to London for July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in London to range from 11ºC to 26ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC and 9ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Warsaw to London sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about London
Start your London trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Warsaw to London, browse our range of hotels including:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace are attractions you won't want to skip in London.
Complete your London trip with a car rental
Check out our lineup of car rentals once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Warsaw to London. Whether you're after an economy ride, a standard vehicle or something with all the extras, you can easily compare companies in one go to find the best deal.
