Flying from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 30 minutes.
Warsaw's timezone is UTC+1, making Warsaw two hours behind Istanbul.
Each week, there are 40 Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport flights. If you'd like to take off early, opt for the 07:05 LOT - Polish Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the last departure is at 18:25 with LOT - Polish Airlines.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your IST to WAW flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
LOT - Polish Airlines has direct flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Warsaw — and maybe even more of Poland if time allows.
LOT - Polish Airlines has the highest passenger demand on this route.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Popular stopovers between IST and WAW include:
Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport
Vienna International Airport
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
ر.ق. 262 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport flight. A return flight starts at ر.ق. 543. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from IST to WAW, reserve your journey seven months ahead of your planned departure.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
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Discover the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near IST. Whether you're taking an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on an Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near WAW instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Frederic Chopin Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Wheego, Flex To Go or kaizen rent and explore beyond Warsaw's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Frederic Chopin Airport about one week ahead of your departure.
Getting from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) to central Warsaw
Frederic Chopin Airport to central Warsaw has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
July is the busiest month for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Warsaw in February.
When reserving your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Warsaw, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC to 27ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from IST to WAW in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -10ºC and 4ºC on average.
Explore more of Poland
Warsaw is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Poland waiting to be explored. Around 121 kilometres south-west of Warsaw, a trip to Lodz will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Piotrkowska Street, Museum of the Factory and Herbst Palace Museum. Branch Museum of Art.
Around 257 kilometres south of Warsaw, Krakow is another essential stop in Poland. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to St. Mary's Basilica, Planty Park and 100 oak park.