Travelling from Reykjavik to Warsaw: what you need to know
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) is Reykjavik's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Reykjavik to Warsaw jetting off from here.
Arrive in Warsaw at Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) or Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI).
The average length of a direct flight from Reykjavik to Warsaw is 3 hours 55 minutes. Warsaw's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Warsaw 1 hour ahead of Reykjavik.
With 8 weekly flights between the two airports, Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) is the most popular route. Hop on the first flight from Reykjavik to Warsaw with Wizz Air at 00:45. If you're keen to get more out of your day before jetting off, the latest flight from KEF to WAW is with Wizz Air at 23:45.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from Reykjavik to Warsaw. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a popular month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You won't need a visa for Poland if you hold a passport from Iceland and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements are subject to changes. So before booking your cheap flights from Reykjavik to Warsaw, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest rules.
Flying from Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Depart from Keflavik International Airport (KEF) on a nonstop flight from Reykjavik to Warsaw. From KEF, you can land directly at Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW).
Wizz Air is a leading airline that offers direct flights from Reykjavik to Warsaw taking off from KEF.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and possibly even visit a new city. When browsing flights from Reykjavik to Warsaw leaving from Keflavik International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Goteborg Landvetter Airport (GOT)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
KEF is around 48 kilometres from central Reykjavik. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 49 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour and 13 minutes.
Want a convenient hotel near Keflavik International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Reykjavik to Warsaw, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving in Warsaw
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) to central Warsaw is around 21 minutes by car. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
It'll take around 1 hour and 9 minutes when travelling by public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Reykjavik to Warsaw, few things beat the convenience of staying close to 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)
After your flight from Reykjavik to Warsaw has arrived, you can reach the city centre in about 50 minutes by car. Central Warsaw is approximately 40 kilometres from Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI).
You can also travel by public transport, which will take around 1 hour and 1 minute.
After your flight from Reykjavik to Warsaw, unwind at a hotel near WMI. These are some great options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
How to find the cheapest flights from Reykjavik to Warsaw
Currently, R 1,380 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Reykjavik to Warsaw. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 3,023. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from Reykjavik to Warsaw by booking 2 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Schedule your trip for October. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Reykjavik to Warsaw. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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Best time to go to Warsaw
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Reykjavik to Warsaw. July is the busiest month for a trip to Warsaw. If you want a quieter vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from Reykjavik to Warsaw, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Warsaw, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC to 27ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -10ºC and 4ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Reykjavik to Warsaw around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Warsaw
Start your Warsaw trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Reykjavik to Warsaw, check out our range of hotels including:
The Royal Castle in Warsaw and Palace of Culture and Science are just a couple of the major attractions to add to your Warsaw travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Copernicus Science Centre.
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