Travelling from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Warsaw: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 3 hours 10 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Warsaw.
Barcelona (the location of Barcelona-El Prat Airport) and Warsaw follow the same timezone — UTC+1.
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) is the most popular route, with 24 flights a week to choose from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from BCN to WAW is with Wizz Air at 19:45. Opt for the first departure with Wizz Air at 09:20 if you want to fly out earlier.
To avoid rushing for your BCN to Warsaw flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
You can book a direct Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Warsaw ticket. Begin your journey at BCN and end it at Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW).
Popular carriers that offer direct flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Warsaw include:
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from BCN to Warsaw with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Travelling from central Barcelona to BCN takes around 30 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Warsaw? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near BCN:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 80% of flights that depart BCN reach their destination without delay.
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Warsaw
$46 is currently the best price for a one-way Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Warsaw flight. Return plane tickets start from $93. These prices may change based on demand.
To pick up cheap flights from BCN to Warsaw, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Warsaw across the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Warsaw
Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW)
The distance from Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) to central Warsaw is roughly 10 kilometres. It'll take you around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport typically takes 25 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Warsaw, few things beat 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:
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Warsaw Chopin Airport around one week ahead of your flight from BCN to Warsaw.
Warsaw Modlin Airport (WMI)
The centre of Warsaw is around 40 kilometres from Warsaw Modlin Airport (WMI). After your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Warsaw has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 40 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre takes 50 minutes or so.
Following your BCN to Warsaw flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel near WMI. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Lock in the lowest price by securing your ride from WMI four weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a wider range of vehicles.
Warsaw Radom Airport (RDO)
Warsaw Radom Airport (RDO) is about 97 kilometres from central Warsaw. It'll take you about 1 hour 15 minutes to get to the city centre by car once you've stepped off your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Warsaw.
Public transport will get you there in around 2 hours.
If you don't want to travel to the centre, head for a hotel close to RDO. Get comfortable at one of these stays after your BCN to Warsaw flight:
Plan ahead and put that extra money in your pocket. Book your vehicle from RDO four weeks before your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Warsaw for the lowest prices.
Best time to go to Warsaw
January is the quietest month for flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Warsaw, while September is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Warsaw based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Warsaw is July, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Warsaw plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Search for cheap tickets from BCN 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
Start your Warsaw trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Warsaw, check out our range of hotels including:
Warsaw Uprising Monument and The Royal Castle in Warsaw are a couple of popular attractions to add to your Warsaw itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Castle Square.
Explore more of Poland
Lodz is just one of the many cities in Poland waiting to be explored once you've seen Warsaw. Around 121 kilometres away to the southwest, well-known attractions include Mural Atlas, Łódź Mural and Great Synagogue Memorial.
Around 257 kilometres south of Warsaw, Krakow is another favourite stop in Poland. Start your sightseeing at Rynek Glowny, Historic Old Town and St. Mary's Basilica.