Travelling from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Warsaw: what you need to know
Raleigh-Durham International Airport is located in Durham. Based in the UTC+1 timezone, Warsaw is six hours ahead of Durham.
To avoid rushing for your RDU to Warsaw flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as June, 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 when you fly during a peak period in general.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper plane ticket from RDU to Warsaw. All you need to do is uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these connection hubs:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
RDU is about 16 kilometres from central Durham. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 45 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near RDU. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Warsaw or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Raleigh-Durham International Airport, data shows 78% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Warsaw
The best price we've seen for a one-way Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Warsaw flight is ₹ 31,930. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 63,095. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from RDU to Warsaw if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for your Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Warsaw ticket.
Save time looking for cheap flights from RDU to Warsaw by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Warsaw.
Airports in Warsaw
Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW)
The distance from Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) to central Warsaw is roughly 10 kilometres. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre on public transport typically takes 25 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Warsaw. Book one of these accommodation options near WAW instead:
Reserving your ride from Warsaw Chopin Airport about one week in advance of your flight from RDU to Warsaw can help you get the best possible rate.
Warsaw Modlin Airport (WMI)
Warsaw Modlin Airport (WMI) is roughly 40 kilometres from the centre of Warsaw. Once you've disembarked your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Warsaw, it'll take you around 40 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 50 minutes or so.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near WMI. Here are a few options where you can check in after your RDU to Warsaw flight:
Avoid last-minute price surges. Reserving your ride four weeks before your arrival at WMI can get you a lower rate.
Warsaw Radom Airport (RDO)
Find your way to the city centre after your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Warsaw has touched down. Central Warsaw is about 97 kilometres from Warsaw Radom Airport (RDO) and takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to get to by car.
Public transport will take you there in around 2 hours.
Enjoy a more leisurely start to your break by choosing a hotel near RDO after your RDU to Warsaw flight. Take a load off after a long travel day or just take a moment to settle into a new destination at:
Around four weeks ahead of your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Warsaw is the ideal time to book your ride from RDO. You're more likely to land a better deal or score some early bird savings.
Best time to go to Warsaw
September is the most popular month for flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Warsaw. To escape the crowds, head to Warsaw in January.
Book a Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Warsaw plane ticket with a departure in July to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 13ºC to 28ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -10ºC and 4ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from RDU to Warsaw around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Warsaw
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Warsaw right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Warsaw:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Warsaw Uprising Monument, The Royal Castle in Warsaw and Castle Square are popular attractions which should be on any well-planned Warsaw itinerary.
Explore more of Poland
Lodz is just one of the many cities in Poland waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Warsaw. Around 121 kilometres away to the southwest, well-known attractions include Mural Atlas, Łódź Mural and Great Synagogue Memorial.
Around 257 kilometres south of Warsaw, Krakow is another favourite stop in Poland. Experience major highlights starting with Rynek Glowny, Historic Old Town and St. Mary's Basilica.
