Travelling from Warsaw to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can start your journey from in Warsaw. Explore your options departing from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) or Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI) when searching for a flight from Warsaw to London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
The average duration of a direct flight from Warsaw to London Heathrow Airport is 2 hours 46 minutes.
London Heathrow Airport is located in London. The city operates in the UTC+0 timezone and is 1 hour behind Warsaw.
The busiest route is from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR), with 50 direct weekly services. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from WAW to LHR is the 07:15 British Airways option. If you prefer travelling later, the final departure is at 20:20 with LOT.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from Warsaw to LHR. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Airports in Warsaw
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
Take off and land with no stops from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW). Direct flights from Warsaw to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) can be booked from here.
British Airways is a well-known airline that offers direct flights from Warsaw to London Heathrow Airport taking off from WAW.
From the centre of Warsaw, WAW is around 8 kilometres away. Visit the official airport website or use navigation apps to find the best way to arrive at the terminal.
Want a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near Frederic Chopin Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Warsaw to London Heathrow Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI)
Looking to fly out of Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI)? You can book a direct flight from Warsaw to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) out of this busy hub.
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Warsaw to London Heathrow Airport, check out these options when leaving from Warsaw-Modlin Airport:
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
You can get to WMI from the centre of Warsaw in approximately 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 1 minute to travel the 40 kilometres or so.
You're off on holiday, so why not extend it with an extra night away? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Warsaw-Modlin Airport the day before your flight from Warsaw to LHR:
About London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Warsaw to London Heathrow Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near LHR instead:
Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London
From London Heathrow Airport, London is approximately 31 kilometres away. It takes around 57 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour and 1 minute if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Warsaw to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
For a one-way ticket from Warsaw to London Heathrow Airport, RM261 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return trip from just RM462. These are the lowest fares right now but are subject to change depending on availability.
Book 10 months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from Warsaw to LHR.
July is the cheapest month for tickets from Warsaw to London Heathrow Airport. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices across every month.
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The best time to fly from Warsaw to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
February is the quietest time to travel to London. Alternatively, join the crowds and take off in July. This is the most popular month for flights from Warsaw to London Heathrow Airport.
Think about the kind of weather that'll work with your plans for London. July is known as the warmest month. Lock in your flights from Warsaw to LHR sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 11ºC and 26ºC.
Visit in January if you want to explore when it's cooler. Temperatures average between 0ºC and 9ºC. However, this destination delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Warsaw to London Heathrow Airport.
More about London
After booking your flight from Warsaw to London Heathrow Airport, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring London:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace are must-visits when exploring London.
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