Airport Warsaw
Warsaw Frederic Chopin Airport is the busiest airport in Poland, handling more than half of the nation's air traffic. Nine million passengers pass through the airport annually, a figure that is rising rapidly as Poland cements its status within the EU. In spite of a recent programme of expansion and modernisation, the airport remains compact and user friendly, with none of the snaking walkways found in Europe's larger airports. Located just 10 kilometres south-west of central Warsaw, journey time to the centre often hinges on the traffic, though will rarely take more than 15 to 30 minutes.
Distance from city centre
10 km (6 miles) south-west of central Warsaw.
Airport parking
The airport has four car parks, including short stay and long stay; all four are within five minutes' walk of the terminals. For a full list of fares check the airport website.
Specific airport features
Poland's busiest airport it might be, but Warsaw Frederic Chopin still has a long way to go before it's on par with other European capitals' airports. Food and drink options are poor and overpriced; travellers are best advised to eat beforehand.
Airport code
WAW
Airport telephone number
+48 (22) 650 4220
Airport website
Terminals
KLM operates out of Terminal 1, with flights bound for Amsterdam. Fly to Amsterdam Schiphol to connect with long-haul and pan-European flights.
No. of terminals
Two
Transport between terminals
Terminals 1 and 2 are located within five minutes' walk of each other.
Terminal 1
Terminal 1 handles low-cost airlines plus outbound flights to numerous European cities and a few long-haul destinations.
Terminal 2
Terminal 2 handles flights to European, long-haul and domestic destinations.
