Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW)

Poland’s busiest airport, Warsaw Chopin Airport serves over 14 million passengers every year from Schengen and non-Schengen countries. Warsaw Airport is a central hub for LOT Polish Airlines, it serves as a base for charter airline Enter Air as well as Wizz Air, and receives over 300 scheduled flights daily from airlines like Austrian Airlines, British Airways, and KLM.

Plane on the runway at Warsaw Airport in Poland

Warsaw Airport Services

FAST TRACK

FAST TRACK

Fast Track is a convenient service when departing from Warsaw International Airport during peak hours as it allows you to use dedicated leaves to go through Security Control; one is located in Zone B, near the Johnny Rockets restaurant and the other in Zone E, near the LOT Polish Airlines check-in zone.

A Fast Track ticket costs €9 (PLN 39) per traveller and children up to 13 years old can use the Fast Track service for free.

You can purchase a Fast Track ticket online, at the two self-service kiosks near the Fast Track crossings or when purchasing your ticket from a partner airline.

PRM ASSISTANCE AND FACILITIES

PRM ASSISTANCE AND FACILITIES

EXECUTIVE LOUNGE

EXECUTIVE LOUNGE

LUGGAGE STORAGE AND WRAPPING

LUGGAGE STORAGE AND WRAPPING

FREE WIFI

FREE WIFI

Warsaw Airport Parking

Kiss & Fly Zone

Ideal for pick-ups and drop-offs.

89 parking spaces in front of the Terminal at the Departures Level.

Free parking for up to 7 minutes.

Leaving vehicles unattended is forbidden.

P47 car park

Available for hourly and long-term parking.

9 parking spaces near the Terminal on the Arrivals Level.

Payment at the parking meter or via the APCOA Flow app.

Premium car park

Only 20 metres from the Terminal exit at the Arrivals Level.

100 numbered spaces on two parking lanes.

Parking up to 24 hours after entry.

P1/P2 multi-level car parks

Available for both hourly and multi-day parking.

Located directly in front of the Terminal.

Online reservation is possible.

Parking spaces for people with disabilities available at the P1 car park.

Komfort car park

Available for both hourly and multi-day parking.

58 spacious XL parking spaces.

The ticket can be used by one person as a Fast Track voucher at Security Control.

P3/P4 long-term car parks

Daily, outdoor car parking spaces.

The P4 car park is guarded 24/7.

Online reservation is possible for the P4 car park.

P42/P44 car parks

The cheapest parking option at Warsaw Airport.

Available for both hourly and daily parking.

Valet Parking service

Head to the Valet Parking staff at the Terminal entrance.

Vehicles are relocated to the covered parking area P2.

Pick from the Premium Car Park on the Arrivals Level.

Arrivals

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Departures

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Warsaw Chopin Airport Terminal

After the merging of Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 in 2010, Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) consists of only one terminal, Terminal A, that serves all flights, domestic and international. The southern part of the terminal, former T1, consists of check-in areas A, B and Arrivals 1, while the northern part of the terminal, former T2, consists of check-in areas C, D, E and Arrivals 2.

Warsaw Chopin airort terminal and control tower
Inside of Budapest Airport Terminal, with passengers strolling through, and shops either side.
Warsaw Airport Terminal

Warsaw Airport Terminal

Terminal Information

Transportation options from and to Warsaw Airport

Transportation to Warsaw City Centre

By train

Take the S2 line to reach Warsaw city centre in 20 minutes.

*Departure every 30 minutes.

By bus

Use buses 175 or 188 and reach the city centre in 25 minutes.

*Departure every 20 minutes.

By taxi

Taxis are available at the rank in front of Warsaw Airport Terminal 24/7 for on-demand services.

For a stress-free arrival with a personalised ride, pre-book your airport taxi with Welcome Pickups.

By car

Rent a car or have someone pick you up to reach your exact destination directly.

*Trip durations vary depending on your final destination​ and traffic.

More connections from Warsaw Chopin Airport

TRAINS

The railway station is a very convenient option for Warsaw Airport ground transportation to the city centre or Łódź. Service is provided by three carriers: Szybka Kolej Miejska, Koleje Mazowieckie, and Intercity.

If you reach the Warsaw Central Train Station in the city, you can make a connection and travel throughout Poland.

BUSES

TAXIS AND PRIVATE TRANSFERS

Warsaw Airport Hotels

Plan your stay at a Warsaw Airport hotel to avoid early-morning or late-night transportation. Enjoy a good night’s sleep in a comfortable room at a hotel near Warsaw Airport, only a couple of minutes from the terminal.
Renaissance Warsaw Airport hotel

Renaissance Warsaw Airport Hotel

Next to the airport
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Courtyard Warsaw Airport hotel

Courtyard Warsaw Airport

Next to the airport
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Hampton Warsaw Airport hotel

Hampton by Hilton Warsaw Airport

5-minute free shuttle
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Okecie Warsaw Airport hotel

Airport Hotel Okęcie

5-minute free shuttle
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Practical Information

Opening Hours

Warsaw Airport: 24/7

Shops: 04:00 – 23:00

Restaurants: 04:00 – 22:30

*Opening hours vary and some shops and restaurants are open 24/7.

Recommended Arrival Times

International Flights: 3 hours

European Flights: 2 hours

Domestic Flights: 1.5 hours

Airport Codes

Warsaw Airport Code: WAW (IATA)

ICAO Code: EPWA

Contact Information

24/7 Call Centre: +48 (22) 650 42 20

Lost & Found Office: +48 (22) 650 20 06

Customs: +48 (22) 650 28 73

 

Emergency Telephones

  • Airport Police: +48 (22) 650 22 77
  • Airport First Aid: +48 (22) 650 24 44

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main airport in Warsaw?

The Warsaw main airport is Chopin Airport, serving over 14 million passengers every year and handling around 40% of the country’s total air passenger traffic.

Which Warsaw Airport is best?

How big is Warsaw Airport (WAW)?

Maria Papakonstantinou

Maria is a seasoned travel writer and avid traveler with a knack for research and itinerary planning. Specializing in airport transport and destination guides, she blends personal experience with local insights to help make every journey seamless.