Travelling from Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP) to Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Warsaw Chopin Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 50 minutes.
Warsaw's timezone is UTC+1, making Warsaw one hour behind Bucharest.
Take your pick of 27 weekly Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Warsaw Chopin Airport flights. The 05:30 departure with LOT - Polish Airlines is the earliest available. LOT - Polish Airlines operates the last service of the day at 18:30.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your OTP to WAW flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
LOT has direct flights from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Warsaw Chopin Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Warsaw — and maybe even more of Poland if you have time.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with LOT on this route.
With a dependable 83.83% of services arriving as planned, LOT is the most punctual carrier offering OTP to WAW flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Warsaw Chopin Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between OTP and WAW:
Vienna Airport
Budapest Airport
Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP) to Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Warsaw Chopin Airport flight is $69. A return ticket right now is $137. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap tickets from OTP to WAW, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Warsaw Chopin Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
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Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Warsaw Chopin Airport.
Handy information about Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP)
Of the departures from Bucharest Otopeni Airport, 78% land on schedule at their destination.
Bucharest Otopeni Airport is about 16 kilometres from central Bucharest. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport takes about 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Warsaw Chopin Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to OTP:
Arriving at Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW)
Consider staying in a hotel near WAW if you have a late Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Warsaw Chopin Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Warsaw Chopin Airport rental car and explore Warsaw and beyond with your own wheels. Wheego, Flex To Go and kaizen rent are top outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Warsaw Chopin Airport about one week before your travel date.
Getting from Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) to central Warsaw
Warsaw Chopin Airport is roughly 10 kilometres from central Warsaw. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
It takes roughly 25 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW)
The quietest month for a flight from Bucharest Otopeni 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 bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Warsaw is July, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC and 28ºC. Book your flights from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Warsaw Chopin Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from OTP to WAW in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -10ºC and 4ºC on average.
Explore more of Poland
You've seen Warsaw, now it's time to explore more of Poland. Travel about 121 kilometres south-west to Lodz to tick off its must-visit sights. From Mural Atlas to Łódź Mural and Great Synagogue Memorial, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Krakow is another standout destination in Poland and is around 257 kilometres south of Warsaw. No journey is complete without dropping by Rynek Glowny, Historic Old Town and St. Mary's Basilica.



