Travelling from Seattle to Warsaw: what you need to know
There are two main airports you can fly out of in Seattle. Check out your options departing from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA) or Seattle Lake Union SPB Airport (LKE) when planning your flight from Seattle to Warsaw.
Warsaw has a good selection of airports you can jet into. Touch down at Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW), Warsaw Modlin Airport (WMI) or Warsaw-Radom Airport (RDO).
Warsaw's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Warsaw nine hours ahead of Seattle.
For a relaxed travel experience, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your Seattle to Warsaw flight.
Travelling over a peak time like July? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Warsaw
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap Seattle to Warsaw flights if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
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Flying from Seattle
Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even visit a new city. When searching for Seattle to Warsaw flights departing from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
SEA is about 19 kilometres from central Seattle. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
After an easy start to your journey? Stay near Seattle / Tacoma International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Seattle to Warsaw or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Seattle / Tacoma International Airport has a strong on-time performance, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from SEA land at their destination as scheduled 80% of the time.
Arriving in Warsaw
Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW)
The distance from Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) to central Warsaw is roughly 6 kilometres. It'll take you around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport takes about 25 minutes.
Reserve a hotel near WAW if you're coming in on a late flight from Seattle to Warsaw. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Warsaw 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.
Reserving your vehicle from Warsaw Chopin Airport about one week ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Warsaw Modlin Airport (WMI)
Warsaw Modlin Airport (WMI) is around 40 kilometres from central Warsaw. Once you've disembarked your flight from Seattle to Warsaw, it takes approximately 40 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
If you travel by public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 50 minutes or so.
There are some comfortable places ready to welcome you near WMI. Settle in and get cosy after your Seattle to Warsaw flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Carwiz, Flex To Go and kaizen rent make collecting a Warsaw Modlin Airport rental car simple. These trusted companies are located around or in the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.
Lock in the best price by booking your ride from WMI four weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.
Warsaw-Radom Airport (RDO)
Set off for the city centre after your flight from Seattle to Warsaw has touched down. Central Warsaw is around 88 kilometres from Warsaw-Radom Airport (RDO) and takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to reach by car.
If you travel by public transport, expect a journey of around 2 hours.
Enjoy a more relaxed start to your break by choosing a hotel near RDO after your Seattle to Warsaw flight. Unwind after a day of travel or simply take a moment to settle into a new destination at:
Put yourself in the driver's seat of the next leg of your trip with a Warsaw-Radom Airport rental car. Rentis, Alamo and Enterprise will get you on the road.
If you're searching for a specific kind of vehicle, lock in your ride from RDO about four weeks ahead of your flight from Seattle to Warsaw. This gives you a better chance of getting your preferred car, as well as a better deal.
Best time to go to Warsaw
March is the quietest month for flights from Seattle to Warsaw, while September is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Warsaw based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Warsaw is July, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your Seattle to Warsaw ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Seattle to Warsaw in January when temperatures average between -10ºC (14ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF).
More about Warsaw
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Warsaw right here. Explore these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Seattle to Warsaw:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. The Royal Castle in Warsaw, Warsaw Uprising Monument and Castle Square, Warsaw are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Warsaw itinerary.
Explore more of Poland
Lodz is just one of the many places in Poland waiting to be explored after you've seen Warsaw. Around 121 kilometres to the southwest, its top attractions include Mural Atlas, Łódź Mural and Piotrkowska Promenade.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of Poland, consider Krakow, about 257 kilometres south of Warsaw. Stare Miasto, St. Mary's Basilica and Krakow's Rynek Glowny Central Square are among the biggest draws.