Flying from Warsaw to Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ): What you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your journey from in Warsaw. Check out your options leaving from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) or Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI) when searching for a flight from Warsaw to Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ).
Leipzig/Halle Airport is located in Leipzig. The city's timezone is UTC+1 — the same as Warsaw.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from Warsaw to LEJ. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
In peak travel periods, allow for extended wait times and be there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international trips.
Airports in Warsaw
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
WAW is about 8 kms (5 miles) from central Warsaw. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Frederic Chopin Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Warsaw to Leipzig/Halle Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
77.68% of flights leaving from Frederic Chopin Airport make it to their destination on time.
Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Warsaw to WMI in about 1 hour. The airport is roughly 40 kms (25 miles) away, and getting there by car will take approximately 50 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Warsaw to LEJ flight? Kick back in a hotel near Warsaw-Modlin Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:
About Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Warsaw to Leipzig/Halle Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near LEJ:
Hit the road running by picking up a Leipzig/Halle Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Alamo, Keddy By Europcar or Sixt to explore Leipzig and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around one week ahead of your Warsaw to Leipzig/Halle Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) to central Leipzig
Leipzig/Halle Airport is about 8 miles from central Leipzig. How long it takes to get to the centre by cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Warsaw to Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ)
£62 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Warsaw to Leipzig/Halle Airport. Return flights start from £149. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Warsaw to LEJ. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
If you have some flexibility with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your Warsaw to Leipzig/Halle Airport ticket.
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Find an affordable flight from Warsaw to Leipzig/Halle Airport by using the search filters. Select your preferred departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Warsaw to Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ)
February is the quietest month for flights from Warsaw to Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ), while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Leipzig based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book a Warsaw to LEJ plane ticket departing in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Leipzig to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
January has temperatures of between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Warsaw to Leipzig/Halle Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Leipzig
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Leipzig right here. Check out these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Warsaw to Leipzig/Halle Airport:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Holocaust Memorial, Oper Leipzig and Museum of Fine Arts are major attractions which should feature on any good Leipzig itinerary.
Explore more of Germany
Leipzig has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Germany just waiting to be discovered. About 145 kms (90 miles) north-east of Leipzig, a visit to Berlin will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Brandenburg Gate, Brandenburger Tor and Berlin Wall.
If there's time to check out another great destination in Germany, consider Hamburg, roughly 290 kms (180 miles) north-west of Leipzig. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are the start of reasons to visit.
