Warsaw Airport Taxi Service
When you’re landing in a new city where you don’t speak the language, there’s nothing better than hopping into a taxi and being taken straight to your hotel. Forget trying to understand public transport timetables and waiting around, relax and travel in comfort with a Warsaw Airport taxi.
With more than 15,000 registered taxis operating in the city, taking a taxi from Warsaw Airport is easy. You can grab one straight from the ranks outside the city’s two airports, which have partnered with local taxi companies to deliver the best service. Offering both fixed fare and metered rides, a trip from Modlin Airport to the city centre takes around 45 minutes, and from Chopin Airport, it’s a short 15 to 20-minute ride.
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HOW MUCH DOES A TAXI COST FROM WARSAW AIRPORTS?
| Taxi prices | Day time (05:00 - 24:00) | Night time (00:00 - 05:00) | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| FROM CHOPIN AIRPORT TO CITY CENTRE | 11.60 € | 14 € | 20 MIN |
| FROM MODLIN AIRPORT TO CITY CENTRE | 37 € | 48 € | 40 MIN |
| FROM CHOPIN AIRPORT TO MODLIN AIRPORT | 45 € | 60 € | 60 MIN |
| FROM CHOPIN AIRPORT TO LODZ | 140 € | 168 € | 1 HR 20 MIN |
| FROM MODLIN AIRPORT TO THE CENTRAL RAILWAY STATION | 45 € | 60 € | 60 MIN |
Warsaw Airport taxi prices
Local taxi companies have partnered with Chopin and Modlin Airports to provide both fixed-fare and metered taxi services. This means that your journey will either be calculated by a taximeter based on distance travelled, or your driver will offer you a price based on where you are travelling to. Vehicles are either 4-seater sedans, station wagons or 8-seater vans, and the official companies include Ele Taxi at Chopin Airport and Opti and Taxi Modlin at Modlin Airport.
If you choose a metered taxi service, the Warsaw Airport taxi price – which is regulated by the city council – should be displayed in the window. Keep in mind that most companies charge a 20% surcharge for rides at night unless you choose a fixed-fare ride, which should include all fees and surcharges.
In any case, if you’re travelling from Chopin Airport to the city centre, this short journey should cost around €11.70 (PLN 50), whereas from Modlin Airport to downtown, the average fare is between €38 (PLN 162) and €47 (PLN 200), depending on the time of day. For nearby day trips to towns such as Lodz, expect to pay around €140 (PLN 600) for a one-way journey.
Alternatively, you can pre-book your Warsaw Airport taxi with a highly-rated company like Welcome Pickups and secure a competitive fixed fare with no hidden fees to any destination of your choice.
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Where to get a taxi at Warsaw Airport?
There is a Warsaw Airport taxi stand located directly in front of each Arrivals Hall exit; official airport taxis come in a range of colours with the company name displayed across the vehicle doors and a ‘Taxi’ light on the roof. During the summer months and holidays, you can expect to wait up to 20 minutes for a taxi to become available.
If you have any questions or need assistance finding a cab, there is an Information and transport desk located inside the Arrivals Hall. For a more personalised touch, a meet-and-greet service can be arranged when you pre-book your airport taxi through Welcome Pickups. This way, a friendly English-speaking driver familiar with the streets of Warsaw will be waiting for you when you land, ready to transport you directly to your hotel.
Useful tips for getting a Warsaw Airport taxi
- Check that the meter has been reset to zero and if in doubt, pull up the directions on Google Maps so that you can ensure the most direct route is being taken.
- Don’t accept a ride from strangers approaching you inside the airport. Official airport taxis depart from the designated ranks and will have a logo and prices displayed on the vehicle.
- During peak travel periods, we recommend pre-booking your airport taxi with Welcome Pickups to skip the queue and reach your hotel quickly and seamlessly.
- If you opt for a fixed fare service, always agree on a price before heading off, and ask your hotel for a cost estimate so that you know you’re receiving a fair price.
- At the end of your trip, ask your driver for the receipt. This will list the driver, vehicle and trip details which can be handy if you leave anything behind or feel that you have been overcharged.
- Check with your driver if you can pay for your Warsaw Airport taxi with a credit card as some drivers only accept cash.
- If you’re travelling in a larger group or as a family, a pre-booked airport is the only way to guarantee that a vehicle that suits your needs will be waiting on arrival.
- It’s not customary to tip your driver in Warsaw unless they’ve gone above and beyond and you want to show your appreciation, in which case, rounding up your fare is perfectly acceptable.
How to get from Warsaw Airport to a hotel?
The Warsaw train and public bus network provide a direct connection between the city centre, the airport and destinations across Poland. That being said, you’ll likely have to wait in between services and transfer to another bus or train to reach your destination, which isn’t ideal when you don’t speak the language or if you’re carrying heavy luggage.
A much more relaxing way to start your holiday is to book a door-to-door transfer. With a Warsaw Airport taxi, you won’t be squished up against a stranger on a train, instead, you can stretch out in your own private vehicle as you make your way to your destination.