Minimum Connection Time at Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW/EPWA)

Warsaw, Poland

How Long Do I Need to Change Planes at Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW/EPWA)?

Answer: At Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW/EPWA) in Warsaw, Poland, you need a minimum of 35 minutes for domestic connections and 60 minutes for international connections.

This is the official Minimum Connection Time (MCT) set by airlines and airport authorities. However, we recommend adding extra time during peak hours or for international transfers.

Standard MCT Table

Connection Type Minimum Time
Domestic to Domestic 35 minutes
Domestic to International 60 minutes
International to Domestic 60 minutes
International to International 75 minutes
Interline Transfer 110 minutes

Terminal Information

Single terminal (A) with South/North piers; Schengen and Non‑Schengen flows separated and connected airside.

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Airlines Operating at WAW

LOT Polish Airlines
Ryanair
Wizz Air
Lufthansa
KLM

Frequently Asked Questions: WAW/EPWA Connection Times

How long do I need to change planes at WAW/EPWA?

Answer: You need a minimum of 35 minutes for domestic connections and 60 minutes for international connections at Warsaw Chopin Airport.

What's the minimum connection time at WAW/EPWA?

Answer: The official minimum connection time at WAW/EPWA is 35 minutes for domestic flights and 60 minutes for international flights.

How much time do I need to transfer at WAW/EPWA?

Answer: For transfers at WAW/EPWA, allow 35 minutes for domestic connections and 60 minutes for international connections. Add extra time during peak hours.

Can I make a 35-minute connection at WAW/EPWA?

Answer: Yes, 35 minutes is the official minimum connection time for domestic flights at WAW/EPWA, but we recommend adding extra time for comfort and to account for delays.

Connection Tips

Non‑Schengen connections require passport control; walking distances are moderate.

Frequent Traveler's Hot Tip

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Pro Tip for Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW/EPWA)

Security e‑gates and automated border control help eligible passengers.

Nearby Airports

Other major airports in the Europe region:

Bydgoszcz Ignacy Jan Paderewski Airport

BZG

Gdańsk Lech Wałęsa Airport

GDN

Kraków John Paul II International Airport

KRK

Katowice Airport

KTW

Poznań–Ławica Henryk Wieniawski Airport

POZ

Busiest Airports in Poland

Top 5 busiest airports in Poland:

Bydgoszcz Ignacy Jan Paderewski Airport

BZG (EPBY)
Bydgoszcz, Poland
MCT: 35 min domestic, 60 min international

Gdańsk Lech Wałęsa Airport

GDN (EPGD)
Gdańsk, Poland
MCT: 35 min domestic, 60 min international

Kraków John Paul II International Airport

KRK (EPKK)
Kraków, Poland
MCT: 35 min domestic, 65 min international

Katowice Airport

KTW (EPKT)
Katowice, Poland
MCT: 35 min domestic, 65 min international

Poznań–Ławica Henryk Wieniawski Airport

POZ (EPPO)
Poznań, Poland
MCT: 35 min domestic, 65 min international

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Airport Location

Warsaw Chopin Airport is located at coordinates: 52.165, 20.967

Traveler Tools

Layover Planner: Rail and bus to city center; good food options in central hall.
Missed Connection Help: LOT transfer desks airside; airline counters landside.
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Airport Comparison

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Airport Map

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