Traveling from Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) to Warsaw: what you need to know
Leipzig (the location of Leipzig/Halle Airport) and Warsaw are in the same timezone — UTC+1.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your LEJ to Warsaw flight.
If you're flying during a major holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially unlock a cheaper flight ticket from LEJ to Warsaw. All you need to do is uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these connection hubs:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
LEJ is about 13 kilometers from central Leipzig. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 30 minutes.
Looking for a hotel near LEJ? If you're boarding an early flight from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Warsaw, these accommodation options put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Leipzig/Halle Airport, data shows 77.68% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) to Warsaw
$151 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Leipzig/Halle Airport to Warsaw flight. A return ticket right now is $195. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
To find cheap flights from LEJ to Warsaw, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Warsaw across the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Airports in Warsaw
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) is around 8 kilometers from central Warsaw. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive takes roughly 20 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes to get there by public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Warsaw, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near WAW:
Grab a Frederic Chopin Airport rental car and discover Warsaw and beyond with your own set of wheels. Wheego, Flex To Go and kaizen rent are leading providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Frederic Chopin Airport around one week in advance of your flight from LEJ to Warsaw.
Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI)
Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI) is roughly 40 kilometers from the center of Warsaw. Once you've hopped off your flight from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Warsaw, it'll take you around 50 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
The trip will take about 1 hour on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel close to WMI. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your LEJ to Warsaw flight:
Forget about public transport schedules or waiting in a long cab line. Grab a Warsaw-Modlin Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Compare rates and availability from Carwiz, Flex To Go and kaizen rent.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Booking your ride from WMI four weeks ahead of time often means better deals and a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Warsaw
Travel to Warsaw in high season if you like a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book flights from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Warsaw during low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Lock in a Leipzig/Halle Airport to Warsaw flight ticket with a departure in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -10ºC (14ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from LEJ to Warsaw around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Warsaw
Once you've booked your flight from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Warsaw, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Warsaw:
The Royal Castle in Warsaw and Warsaw Royal Castle Gardens are just two of the popular attractions to add to your Warsaw travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Palace of Culture and Science.
Explore more of Poland
Lodz is just one of the many cities in Poland waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Warsaw. Around 121 kilometers 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 kilometers south of Warsaw. No trip is complete without seeing St. Mary's Basilica, Planty Park and 100 oak park.
