Flying from Warsaw to Moscow: what you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll board your flight from Warsaw to Moscow. Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) and Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI) are the main airports in Warsaw.
Hop off the plane at one of Moscow's major gateways like Sheremetyevo International Airport (SVO). Alternatively, come in for landing at Vnukovo Airport (VKO) or Moscow Domodedovo Airport (DME).
Moscow's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Moscow two hours ahead of Warsaw.
To ensure you catch your Warsaw to Moscow flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Warsaw to Moscow
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap Warsaw to Moscow flights if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when looking for your plane ticket from Warsaw to Moscow.
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Flying from Warsaw
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
WAW is around 8 kilometres from central Warsaw. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Warsaw to Moscow? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near Frederic Chopin Airport:
When it comes to Frederic Chopin Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77.68% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Arriving in Moscow
Sheremetyevo International Airport (SVO)
Sheremetyevo International Airport (SVO) is approximately 27 kilometres from central Moscow. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 35 minutes.
Reserve a hotel close to SVO if you have a late flight from Warsaw to Moscow. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Best time to go to Moscow
February is the quietest month for flights from Warsaw to Moscow, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Moscow based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Moscow is July, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your Warsaw to Moscow ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -18ºC (0ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF). Search for cheap flights from Warsaw to Moscow around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Russia
You've visited Moscow, now it's time to discover other corners of Russia. Journey about 386 kilometres east to Nizhniy Novgorod to tick off its leading sights. From Monument to cosmonaut Komarov to A.M.Gorkiy Childhood Museum and Dlinnaya Staraya Lestnitsa, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Voronezh is another well-known destination in Russia and is around 467 kilometres south of Moscow. No trip is complete without dropping by Dom Gardenina, Skver Dzerzhinskogo and Alleya Slavy Voronezhskikh Olimpiytsev-Dinamovtsev.
