Travelling from Stansted Airport (STN) to Warsaw: what you need to know
The timezone in Warsaw is UTC+1. The city is one hour ahead of London, where Stansted Airport is located.
The most popular route is from Stansted Airport (STN) to Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI). Take your pick of ten weekly services between these two airports. Ryanair UK offers a 06:15 departure between STN and WMI.
Give yourself enough time to make your STN to Warsaw flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're heading away during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Direct Stansted Airport to Warsaw tickets are available for booking. Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI) is where you'll complete your journey.
Book your favourite seat with Ryanair. This well-known carrier offers direct flights from Stansted Airport to Warsaw.
We make it simple to book plane tickets from STN to Warsaw with a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. The most sought-after stopovers include:
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Located around 48 kilometres from central London, STN can be reached in about 1 hour by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Stansted Airport to Warsaw? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near STN:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Stansted Airport, data shows 64.73% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Stansted Airport (STN) to Warsaw
$28 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Stansted Airport to Warsaw flight. A return plane ticket starts from $57. These fares may change based on availability.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from STN to Warsaw. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when looking for your Stansted Airport to Warsaw ticket.
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Airports in Warsaw
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
The distance from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) to central Warsaw is roughly 8 kilometres. It'll take you about 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you around 1 hour 10 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Stansted Airport to Warsaw. Book one of these accommodation options near WAW instead:
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 popular outlets you can book with here.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Frederic Chopin Airport about one week in advance of your flight from STN to Warsaw.
Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI)
After your flight from Stansted Airport to Warsaw has landed, you can reach the city centre in around 50 minutes by car. Central Warsaw is roughly 40 kilometres from Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI).
If you choose to travel on public transport, the journey will take you 1 hour or so.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel close to WMI. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your STN to Warsaw flight:
Carwiz, Flex To Go and kaizen rent make collecting a Warsaw-Modlin Airport rental car simple. These companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Don't pay more than you need to. Booking your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at WMI can get you a lower rate.
Best time to go to Warsaw
Before locking in your flights from Stansted Airport to Warsaw, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Warsaw offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty to do, while the off-season means you'll get better hotel deals and fewer crowds.
Book a Stansted Airport to Warsaw plane ticket with a departure in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -10ºC (14ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from STN to Warsaw around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Warsaw
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Warsaw right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Stansted Airport to Warsaw:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. The Royal Castle in Warsaw, Warsaw Royal Castle Gardens and Palace of Culture and Science are must-visits when exploring Warsaw.
Explore more of Poland
Lodz is just one of the many cities in Poland waiting to be explored after you've experienced Warsaw. Around 121 kilometres away to the south-west, popular attractions include Piotrkowska Street, Museum of the Factory and Herbst Palace Museum. Branch Museum of Art.
Around 257 kilometres south of Warsaw, Krakow is another favourite stop in Poland. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at St. Mary's Basilica, Planty Park and 100 oak park.