Travelling from Glasgow to Warsaw: what you need to know
There are two main airports you can take off from in Glasgow. Check out your options leaving from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) or Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) when organising your flight from Glasgow to Warsaw.
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) and Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI) are Warsaw's major entry points.
Warsaw's timezone is UTC+1, making Warsaw one hour ahead of Glasgow.
Give yourself enough time to make your Glasgow to Warsaw flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Warsaw
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap Glasgow to Warsaw flights if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
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Flying from Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
We make it a breeze to find a Glasgow to Warsaw flight with a stopover. To see all the options departing from Glasgow International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
The journey from central Glasgow to GLA takes around 35 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a relaxed start to your holiday? Stay near Glasgow International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Glasgow to Warsaw or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Glasgow International Airport, 70.07% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Split up your Glasgow to Warsaw flight with a stop so you can freshen up or tick a new place off your list. Some great stopovers between Glasgow Prestwick Airport and Warsaw include:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI)
Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
You can get to PIK from the centre of Glasgow in about 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport will take roughly 55 minutes to travel the 48 kilometres or so.
You're off on holiday, so why not extend it with an extra night away? Think about kicking back in one of these accommodation options near Glasgow Prestwick Airport the day before your flight from Glasgow to Warsaw:
77% of flights taking off from Glasgow Prestwick Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Arriving in Warsaw
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
The distance from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) to central Warsaw is approximately 6 kilometres. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 20 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Glasgow to Warsaw. Stay at one of these accommodation options near WAW instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Frederic Chopin Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Wheego, Flex To Go or kaizen rent and experience the lesser-explored corners of Warsaw and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Frederic Chopin Airport around one week in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI)
Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI) is around 32 kilometres from the centre of Warsaw. Once you've hopped off your flight from Glasgow to Warsaw, it'll take you approximately 50 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can expect the journey to take approximately 1 hour on public transport.
After your flight from Glasgow to Warsaw, kick back at a hotel close to WMI. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Warsaw-Modlin Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Carwiz, Flex To Go or kaizen rent and make a speedy getaway.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Reserving your ride from WMI four weeks in advance often means better prices and a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Warsaw
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Glasgow to Warsaw. July is the busiest month to visit Warsaw. If you want a more relaxed atmosphere, go in February.
Book a Glasgow to Warsaw ticket departing in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Warsaw to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -10ºC (14ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Look for cheap flights from Glasgow to Warsaw around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Warsaw
Once you've booked your flight from Glasgow to Warsaw, take your pick from prime hotels that put you close to the action. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Warsaw:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Warsaw Royal Castle Gardens, The Royal Castle in Warsaw and Palace of Culture and Science are must-visits when exploring Warsaw.
Explore more of Poland
Lodz is just one of the many places in Poland waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Warsaw. Around 121 kilometres to the south-west, its top attractions include Piotrkowska Street, Museum of the Factory and Herbst Palace Museum. Branch Museum of Art.
Krakow is another must-experience destination in Poland and is around 257 kilometres south of Warsaw. No trip is complete without visiting St. Mary's Basilica, Planty Park and 100 oak park.
