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WAW

Warsaw Chopin

Warsaw, Poland

🏷️IATAWAW
📍CityWarsaw
📞Helpline+48 22 650 42 20
Żwirki i Wigury 1, 00-906 Warszawa, Poland
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ℹ️ About Warsaw Chopin

Warsaw Chopin Airport opened in 1934. It is operated by Polish Airports State Enterprise (PPL).

In 2023, the airport handled approximately 18.9 million passengers. Its IATA code is WAW.

It is the busiest airport in Poland and a major hub for LOT Polish Airlines. Future expansion plans include increasing terminal capacity and improving infrastructure.

🏢 Terminals

Warsaw Chopin Airport has two main terminals: Terminal A and the General Aviation Terminal. Terminal A is further divided into two main areas: the Schengen area (A) and the Non-Schengen area (B, C, D, E).

There are 45 boarding gates. The airport has a capacity of approximately 20 million passengers per year.

In 2015, the airport completed an expansion of the southern pier, adding new gates and passenger areas.

🚗 How to Reach Warsaw Airport
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Metro/Rail
S2 and S3 lines connect the airport to Warszawa Centralna (Central Station). Frequency is approximately every 15-30 minutes. Travel time to city center is about 20 minutes. Ticket prices vary, but a single fare is approximately 3.40 PLN.
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Bus
Several bus lines connect the airport to various parts of Warsaw. Line 175 runs to the city center. Line 188 connects to the Praga district. Night bus N32 also operates. Single tickets cost around 3.40 PLN.
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Taxi/Cab
Uber and Bolt are available. A taxi to the city center costs approximately 40-60 PLN. There are official taxi stands outside the terminal.
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Distance
Approximately 10 km from the city center. Travel time is typically 20-30 minutes without traffic, and 30-45 minutes during peak hours.
🛎️ Airport Facilities
Lounges
Preludium Executive Lounge (Schengen area), Fantazja Executive Lounge (Non-Schengen area). Access is available via Priority Pass, business class tickets, or paid entry.
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Food & Dining
Restaurants include McDonald's, Costa Coffee, and several Polish cuisine options. Some cafes are open 24 hours.
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Shopping
Aelia Duty Free stores are available in the international area. There are also souvenir shops, Relay bookshops, and fashion outlets.
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Connectivity
Free WiFi is available throughout the airport. Connect to the Chopin-Airport network.
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Banking
ATMs are located throughout the terminal. Currency exchange counters are operated by Interchange.
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Medical
A medical point is located in the Departures area. Hours may vary.
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Other
Prayer rooms are available. Smoking zones are located outside the terminal.
🅿️ Parking

Short-term parking (Kiss & Fly), long-term parking (P1, P2), and premium parking are available. Short-term is free for 7 minutes. P1 and P2 rates start at approximately 12 PLN per hour and 80 PLN per day. Premium parking rates are higher. Pre-booking is available via the airport website.

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💡 Tips for Travellers
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Use the S2 or S3 train lines to reach the city center quickly and avoid traffic, especially during peak hours.
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Take advantage of the free 7-minute parking in the Kiss & Fly zone for quick drop-offs.
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Purchase a Warsaw city transportation ticket (ZTM) that covers both buses and trains for cost-effective travel.
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Download the Chopin Airport app for real-time flight updates, gate information, and airport maps.
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