Flying from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW): what you need to know
Warsaw is five hours ahead of Durham and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Show up at the airport on time to catch your RDU to WAW flight.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport. Here are the top stopovers between RDU and WAW:
Frankfurt Airport
John F. Kennedy International Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
Currently, RM1,749 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is RM2,128. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from RDU to WAW if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport across every month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from RDU to WAW.
Lock in the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Raleigh-Durham International Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 80.09% of flights that depart RDU arrive at their destination without delay.
Central Durham to Raleigh-Durham International Airport is approximately 23 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The journey on public transport takes about 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near RDU. Whether you're taking an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
If you're coming in on a late Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near WAW:
Grab a Frederic Chopin Airport rental car and discover Warsaw and beyond with your own wheels. Wheego, Flex To Go and kaizen rent are leading providers to choose from here.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Frederic Chopin Airport about one week before you travel.
Getting from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) to central Warsaw
From Frederic Chopin Airport, Warsaw is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
The quietest month for a flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Warsaw based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Before locking in your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Warsaw, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from RDU to WAW in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -10ºC (14ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) on average.
Explore more of Poland
Lodz is just one of the many cities in Poland waiting to be discovered after you've seen Warsaw. Around 121 kilometres away to the south-west, popular attractions include Piotrkowska Street, Museum of the Factory and Herbst Palace Museum. Branch Museum of Art.
Krakow is another sought-after destination in Poland and is around 257 kilometres south of Warsaw. No trip is complete without seeing St. Mary's Basilica, Planty Park and 100 oak park.