Flying from Budapest Airport (BUD) to Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Budapest Airport to Warsaw Chopin Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 15 minutes.
Warsaw's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Budapest.
Flights from BUD to WAW start from 06:20 — the first with Wizz Air. The last departure is at 21:25 with Wizz Air. Overall, there are 40 weekly Budapest Airport to Warsaw Chopin Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your BUD to WAW flight.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
LOT offers direct flights from Budapest Airport to Warsaw 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.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is LOT.
With a reliable 89.32% of services landing on schedule, Wizz Air is the most punctual carrier offering BUD to WAW flights.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Budapest Airport to Warsaw Chopin Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between BUD and WAW include:
Vienna Airport
Prague Airport
Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Budapest Airport (BUD) to Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW)
$37 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Budapest Airport to Warsaw Chopin Airport flight. A return flight starts from $64. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
Book 11 months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from BUD to WAW.
Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Budapest Airport to Warsaw Chopin Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across every month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from BUD to WAW by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Lock in the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Budapest Airport to Warsaw Chopin Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Budapest Airport (BUD)
Budapest Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 81% of flights that depart BUD arrive at their destination on time.
To reach Budapest Airport from central Budapest, it takes around 25 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near BUD. Whether you have an early flight from Budapest Airport to Warsaw Chopin Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW)
Consider booking a hotel close to WAW if you're catching a late Budapest Airport to Warsaw Chopin Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Travel at your own speed with a Warsaw Chopin Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Wheego, Flex To Go or kaizen rent and find adventure across Warsaw and beyond.
Booking your ride from Warsaw Chopin Airport around one week in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) to central Warsaw
From Warsaw Chopin Airport, Warsaw is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes around 25 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW)
The quietest month for a flight from Budapest Airport to Warsaw Chopin Airport is March, while September is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Warsaw based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Budapest Airport to Warsaw Chopin Airport for July if you'd like to visit Warsaw during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from BUD to WAW in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -10ºC (14ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) on average.
Explore more of Poland
Lodz is just one of the many places in Poland waiting to be explored once you've seen Warsaw. Around 121 kilometres away to the south-west, well-known attractions include Mural Atlas, Łódź Mural and Great Synagogue Memorial.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in Poland, head for Krakow, roughly 257 kilometres south of Warsaw. Rynek Glowny, Historic Old Town and St. Mary's Basilica are key highlights.