Flying from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Warsaw: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 9 hours 26 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Warsaw.
The timezone in Warsaw is UTC+1. The city is 5 hours ahead of New York, where John F. Kennedy International Airport is located.
With 14 flights a week between the two airports, John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) is the most popular route. LOT operates the earliest flight at 17:45. If you'd like to get more out of your day before jetting off, the latest flight from JFK to WAW is with LOT at 23:35.
To ensure you get on your flight from JFK to Warsaw, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak month like July? Popular periods (like summer, Christmas/New Year and spring break) can add another hour at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Direct flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Warsaw are available for booking. Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) will be your arrival point.
Book your ticket with LOT. This popular airline offers direct flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Warsaw.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and possibly even explore a different city. When browsing flights from JFK to Warsaw, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
You don't need a visa for Poland if you hold a passport from United States and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can be subject to change. So before organising your cheap tickets from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Warsaw, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for up-to-date information.
Located around 48 kilometres from the centre of New York, JFK can be reached in approximately 48 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour and 20 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near JFK? If you're boarding an early flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Warsaw, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
How to find the cheapest flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Warsaw
R 3,738 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Warsaw. Return flights start from R 8,422. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from JFK to Warsaw if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
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Airports in Warsaw
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) to central Warsaw takes about 21 minutes by car. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour and 9 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Warsaw, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near WAW:
Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI)
Central Warsaw is around 40 kilometres from Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI). As soon as your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Warsaw has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of about 50 minutes.
You can also travel by public transport, which will take roughly 1 hour and 1 minute.
You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near WMI. Kick back and get cosy after your flight from JFK to Warsaw at any of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Warsaw
July is the busiest month to board a flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Warsaw while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Warsaw, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
Lock in your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Warsaw for July to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 13ºC to 27ºC.
Search for cheap flights from JFK to Warsaw in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -10ºC and 4ºC on average.
More about Warsaw
Start your Warsaw trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Warsaw, explore our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. The Royal Castle in Warsaw, Palace of Culture and Science and Copernicus Science Centre are major attractions which should feature on every Warsaw itinerary.
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