Flying from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Warsaw: what you need to know
O.R. Tambo International Airport is located in Johannesburg. Operating on the UTC+1 timezone, Warsaw is 1 hour behind Johannesburg.
Leave enough time to catch your flight from JNB to Warsaw. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's wise to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during high season in general.
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from JNB to Warsaw. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
You'll need an embassy visa for Poland if you have a passport from South Africa and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements change frequently. So before you book your cheap ticket from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Warsaw, check with your airline as well as the destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest information.
Located around 29 kilometres from central Johannesburg, JNB can be reached in about 29 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 12 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near JNB. Whether you're boarding an early flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Warsaw or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
How to find the cheapest flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Warsaw
R 6,367 is the best price for a one-way ticket from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Warsaw. A return flight starts at R 8,217. These prices can change based on availability.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from JNB to Warsaw if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
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Airports in Warsaw
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) to central Warsaw is about 21 minutes by car. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 9 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to WAW if you're taking a late flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Warsaw. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI)
As soon as your flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Warsaw has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in around 50 minutes by car. Central Warsaw is roughly 40 kilometres from Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI).
Travelling by public transport will take approximately 1 hour and 1 minute.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to WMI. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from JNB to Warsaw:
Best time to go to Warsaw
July is the most popular month to hop on a flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Warsaw while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Warsaw, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
When booking your flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Warsaw, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Warsaw, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC to 27ºC.
Search for cheap flights from JNB to Warsaw in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -10ºC and 4ºC on average.
More about Warsaw
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Warsaw right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Warsaw:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. The Royal Castle in Warsaw, Palace of Culture and Science and Copernicus Science Centre are essential stops on your Warsaw itinerary.
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