Flying from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Warsaw: what you need to know
The timezone in Warsaw is UTC+1. The city is 12 hours behind Auckland, where Auckland Airport is located.
Allow plenty of time to get on your AKL to Warsaw flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it easy to book flight tickets from AKL to Warsaw with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. The most sought-after stopovers include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Travelling from central Auckland to AKL takes about 1 hour 25 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Have an early flight from Auckland Airport to Warsaw? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to AKL:
Of the departures from Auckland Airport, 69.31% touch down on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Warsaw
$1,035 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Auckland Airport to Warsaw flight. A return flight ticket right now is $2,656. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from AKL to Warsaw if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Auckland Airport to Warsaw throughout the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
Snapping up a cheap flight from AKL to Warsaw is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic notifications and we'll let you know when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Auckland Airport to Warsaw.
Airports in Warsaw
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
The distance from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) to central Warsaw is roughly 8 kilometres. It'll take you about 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It'll take around 1 hour 10 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Auckland Airport to Warsaw, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near WAW:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Frederic Chopin Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Wheego, Flex To Go or kaizen rent and explore beyond Warsaw's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Frederic Chopin Airport around one week before your flight from AKL to Warsaw.
Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI)
After your flight from Auckland Airport to Warsaw has arrived, you can get to the city centre in about 50 minutes by car. Central Warsaw is roughly 40 kilometres from Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI).
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 1 hour or so.
There are some comfortable places to park your luggage (and yourself) near WMI. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your AKL to Warsaw flight at any of these well-located options:
Forget about public transport schedules or cab lines. Pick up a Warsaw-Modlin Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Compare rates and availability from Carwiz, Flex To Go and kaizen rent.
Lock in the lowest price by securing your ride from WMI four weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Warsaw
Before you book your flights from Auckland Airport to Warsaw, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Warsaw offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while low season means you'll get cheaper deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
Lock in an Auckland Airport to Warsaw flight ticket with a departure in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from AKL to Warsaw in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -10ºC (14ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) on average.
More about Warsaw
Once you've booked your flight from Auckland Airport to Warsaw, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Warsaw:
The Royal Castle in Warsaw and Warsaw Royal Castle Gardens are just two of the top attractions to put on your Warsaw must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Palace of Culture and Science.
Explore more of Poland
Lodz is just one of the many cities in Poland waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Warsaw. Around 121 kilometres away to the south-west, its top attractions include Piotrkowska Street, Museum of the Factory and Herbst Palace Museum. Branch Museum of Art.
Krakow is another standout destination in Poland and is around 257 kilometres south of Warsaw. No journey is complete without visiting St. Mary's Basilica, Planty Park and 100 oak park.