Travelling from Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Ben Gurion International Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 55 minutes.
Warsaw's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Warsaw one hour behind Tel Aviv.
Every week, there are 34 Ben Gurion International Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport flights. If you want to be on board as early as possible, jump on the 05:05 LOT - Polish Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure is at 21:05 with LOT - Polish Airlines.
To ensure you get on your TLV to WAW flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
With direct flights from Ben Gurion International Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport available from numerous airlines, getting to Warsaw (and then other destinations in Poland) is a snap. You can travel nonstop with these carriers:
The majority of passengers choose to travel with LOT - Polish Airlines on this route.
LOT - Polish Airlines stands out as the most punctual carrier for TLV to WAW flights, with 89.47% of services arriving on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
At the moment, £40 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Ben Gurion International Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is £78. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book four months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from TLV to WAW.
March is the cheapest month for flights from Ben Gurion International Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
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Handy information about Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
72.9% of flights departing from Ben Gurion International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Central Tel Aviv to Ben Gurion International Airport is approximately 13 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The journey on public transport takes about 45 minutes.
Have an early flight from Ben Gurion International Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near TLV:
Arriving at Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
If you're arriving on a late Ben Gurion International Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these accommodation options near WAW:
Grab a Frederic Chopin Airport rental car and explore Warsaw and beyond with your own set of wheels. Wheego, Flex To Go and kaizen rent are well-known companies you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Frederic Chopin Airport about one week ahead of your departure.
Getting from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) to central Warsaw
From Frederic Chopin Airport, Warsaw is approximately 5 miles away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
July is the most popular month for flights from Ben Gurion International Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Warsaw in February.
When booking your flight from Ben Gurion International Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Warsaw, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from TLV to WAW in January. Temperatures average between -10ºC (14ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) then.
Explore more of Poland
Warsaw is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Poland waiting to be discovered. About 75 miles south-west of Warsaw, a trip to Lodz will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Piotrkowska Street, Museum of the Factory and Herbst Palace Museum. Branch Museum of Art.
Around 160 miles south of Warsaw, Krakow is another essential stop in Poland. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to St. Mary's Basilica, Planty Park and 100 oak park.