Travelling from Chicago to Warsaw: what you need to know
There are two main airports to choose from in Chicago. Check out your options leaving from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) when reserving your flight from Chicago to Warsaw.
Warsaw has a good selection of airports you can fly into. Come in for landing at Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW), Warsaw Modlin Airport (WMI) or Warsaw-Radom Airport (RDO).
Book a direct Chicago to Warsaw flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 9 hours.
The timezone in Warsaw is UTC+1, which is seven hours ahead of Chicago.
The most popular route for flights from Chicago to Warsaw is from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW). You can choose from eight services every week between these two airports. If you want to take off at the first opportunity, the earliest flight from ORD to WAW is the 14:05 LOT - Polish Airlines service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last scheduled departure is at 22:55 with LOT - Polish Airlines.
For a relaxed travel experience, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your Chicago to Warsaw flight.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Warsaw
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap Chicago to Warsaw flight. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when searching for your plane ticket from Chicago to Warsaw.
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Flying from Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
If you're looking for a direct flight from Chicago to Warsaw, you can leave from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Travel from ORD to Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) without making any stops.
LOT - Polish Airlines is a leading airline that offers direct Chicago to Warsaw plane tickets leaving from ORD.
We make it simple to find a Chicago to Warsaw flight with a stopover. To see all the options departing from Chicago O'Hare International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Barcelona Airport (BCN)
Located around 26 kilometers from the centre of Chicago, ORD can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Chicago to Warsaw? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to Chicago O'Hare International Airport:
70% of flights taking off from Chicago O'Hare International Airport land at their destination on time.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway Airport (MDW)
Break up your Chicago to Warsaw flight with a stop at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). One of the main stopovers between Chicago Midway Airport and Warsaw, it's a great opportunity to relax before the next leg of your journey.
MDW is about 14 kilometers from central Chicago. It'll take you 25 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not book an additional night away? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Chicago Midway Airport the day before your flight from Chicago to Warsaw:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Chicago Midway Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 76%.
The address for MDW is 5700 South Cicero.
Arriving in Warsaw
Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW)
Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) to central Warsaw takes around 25 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 6 kilometers away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 25 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Chicago to Warsaw, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near WAW:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Warsaw Chopin Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Wheego, Flex To Go or kaizen rent and explore beyond Warsaw's main sights.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Warsaw Chopin Airport about one week before your travel date.
Warsaw Modlin Airport (WMI)
The centre of Warsaw is located around 40 kilometers from Warsaw Modlin Airport (WMI). As soon as your flight from Chicago to Warsaw has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 40 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take approximately 50 minutes.
After your flight from Chicago to Warsaw, rest your head at a hotel close to WMI. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Warsaw Modlin Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Carwiz, Flex To Go or kaizen rent and set off in the blink of an eye.
Get exactly what you want. Securing your ride from WMI four weeks ahead of time often means better prices and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Warsaw-Radom Airport (RDO)
Step off your flight from Chicago to Warsaw and head directly to your hotel or jump right into exploring. The centre of Warsaw is around 88 kilometers from Warsaw-Radom Airport (RDO) and takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to reach driving.
The journey will take you roughly 2 hours when travelling on public transport.
If you don't want to make the trip to the centre, find a hotel near RDO. Make yourself comfortable at one of these stays after your Chicago to Warsaw flight:
Whether you want a compact for a solo trip or a roomy SUV to move the whole family, you'll find the ideal Warsaw-Radom Airport rental car for you. Check out the range of wheels available from providers such as Rentis, Alamo and Enterprise.
About four weeks ahead of your flight from Chicago to Warsaw is a good time to secure your vehicle from RDO. You're more likely to find a cheaper rate or score some early bird savings.
Best time to go to Warsaw
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Chicago to Warsaw. September is the most popular month for a trip to Warsaw. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your Chicago to Warsaw tickets, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Warsaw, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Look for cheap flights from Chicago to Warsaw in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -10ºC (14ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) on average.
More about Warsaw
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Warsaw right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Chicago to Warsaw:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. The Royal Castle in Warsaw, Warsaw Uprising Monument and Castle Square, Warsaw are essential stops on your Warsaw itinerary.
Explore more of Poland
Warsaw has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Poland waiting to be explored. About 121 kilometers southwest of Warsaw, a visit to Lodz will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Mural Atlas, Łódź Mural and Piotrkowska Promenade.
Krakow is another sought-after destination in Poland and is around 257 kilometers south of Warsaw. No trip is complete without visiting Stare Miasto, St. Mary's Basilica and Krakow's Rynek Glowny Central Square.