Traveling from Warsaw to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): What you need to know
Start your vacation planning by working out where you'll catch your flight from Warsaw to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) and Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI) are the two main airports in Warsaw.
The average time for a direct Warsaw to Los Angeles International Airport flight is 12 hours 25 minutes.
The timezone in Los Angeles is UTC-7, which is eight hours behind Warsaw. Los Angeles International Airport is located in Los Angeles.
You can choose from 5 direct flights every week between Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). This is the busiest route, with LOT - Polish Airlines offering a 10:45am departure from WAW to LAX.
Your flight from Warsaw to LAX won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're traveling internationally.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're traveling during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing space. The recommendation for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Warsaw
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
Reach your destination without the detour from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW). Direct flights from Warsaw to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) operate from here.
LOT - Polish Airlines is a popular carrier that operates direct flights from Warsaw to Los Angeles International Airport leaving from WAW.
The top choice among passengers flying between WAW and LAX is LOT - Polish Airlines.
Among carriers on this route, LOT - Polish Airlines has the highest percentage of on-time landings.
Located around 8 kilometers from central Warsaw, WAW can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Warsaw to Los Angeles International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to Frederic Chopin Airport:
77.68% of flights departing from Frederic Chopin Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI)
With public transport, you can travel from central Warsaw to WMI in around 1 hour. The terminal is roughly 40 kilometers away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 50 minutes.
Catching an early morning flight? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Warsaw-Modlin Airport the day before your Warsaw to LAX flight:
About Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
If you have a late flight from Warsaw to Los Angeles International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near LAX:
Travel at your own speed with a Los Angeles International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and chase adventure across Los Angeles and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride around one week ahead of your Warsaw to Los Angeles International Airport flight.
LAX is located at One World Way.
Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles
Central Los Angeles is about 19 kilometers from Los Angeles International Airport. Journey times by car rental or cab will vary depending on time of day, so do some research ahead of time.
It takes around 55 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Warsaw to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Right now, $309 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Warsaw to Los Angeles International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $534. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book one month before you want to travel. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Warsaw to LAX.
The best month for landing cheap Warsaw to Los Angeles International Airport tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates with the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Warsaw to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Think about the pace you're looking for when picking your flight dates. May is the quietest month to go to Los Angeles. July is when most people book flights from Warsaw to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), which may be perfect if you're after more action.
The warmest month in Los Angeles is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your Warsaw to LAX plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from Warsaw to Los Angeles International Airport in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
More about Los Angeles
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Los Angeles right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from Warsaw to Los Angeles International Airport:
You'll find plenty of awesome things to do in Los Angeles when you're ready to sightsee. Start exploring at Hollywood Sign followed by Griffith Observatory and Hollywood Bowl.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Los Angeles, now it's time to discover more of the United States. Travel around 177 kilometers south-east to San Diego to check off its must-visit sights. From San Diego Zoo to San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 161 kilometers north of Los Angeles, Bakersfield is another favorite stop in the United States. No visit is complete without checking out Kern County Museum, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Park and BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir.