New York to Warsaw is LOT Polish Airlines’ flagship transatlantic route, and it’s an easy one to fly non-stop: LOT operates Boeing 787 Dreamliners from both JFK and Newark, putting you in the Polish capital in under 8½ hours. One-stop itineraries can be cheaper if your dates are flexible — in the fares we track they undercut the LOT non-stop by roughly $80–$145, though some of them land at Warsaw Modlin rather than Chopin. This guide covers who flies the route, what a return really costs in US dollars, and when to book.
Route: New York (JFK / EWR) → Warsaw Chopin (WAW)
Distance: approximately 6,860 km (4,260 miles)
Non-stop flight time: about 8h 20m – 8h 40m eastbound
Direct flights: Yes — LOT Polish Airlines flies non-stop from both JFK (up to twice daily) and Newark, year-round on Boeing 787 Dreamliners, and it supplies four out of five of the cheapest fares we track. One-stop options are modestly cheaper, from about $509 against LOT’s $655.
Fares from New York to Warsaw (USD)
Warsaw is a year-round destination with a strong summer and holiday peak, driven partly by Poland’s large diaspora travelling home. June through August and the Christmas/New Year period are the busiest; late autumn and mid-winter, outside the holidays, are the quietest. We do not print a dollar figure against each month, because we can only price the dates actually on sale — and across the eight departure months we could check, the LOT non-stop stayed in a tight $655–$771 band. The table below tells you when the route is busy; the live fares above tell you what it costs.
| Month | Demand | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| January | — | low |
| February | — | low |
| March | — | medium |
| April | — | medium |
| May | — | high |
| June | — | high |
| July | — | very high |
| August | — | very high |
| September | — | high |
| October | — | medium |
| November | — | low |
| December | — | medium-high (holiday peak) |
Checked against every return fare on sale as we write: the LOT non-stop runs $655–$771 with a median of $674, which is remarkably steady across eight different departure months. The cheapest fare of any kind is $509 on a one-stop out of JFK, with the connecting options running $509–$574 — so a connection saves roughly $80–$145, and some of those fares arrive at Warsaw Modlin (WMI) rather than Chopin. A LOT non-stop at or under $660 is the going rate and worth booking; under $640 is a genuine find. There is no point waiting for the sub-$500 non-stop fares this route is sometimes said to have — nothing direct on sale is below $655.
Airlines on this route
Non-stop (about 8½ hours):
- LOT Polish Airlines — non-stop from JFK (up to twice daily) and from Newark, year-round on Boeing 787 Dreamliners; Poland’s flag carrier and a Star Alliance member, so it connects onward across Poland and Central Europe from Warsaw.
One-stop (modestly cheaper, about 12–15 hours total — and check the airport):
- Lufthansa via Frankfurt or Munich, and Austrian Airlines via Vienna — frequent Star Alliance connections into Warsaw.
- Air France via Paris and KLM via Amsterdam — smooth single-stop options from both JFK and Newark.
- British Airways via London and Turkish Airlines via Istanbul — a longer trip for a modest saving.
- Low-cost transatlantic combinations — the cheapest fares in our data, from about $509, pair a budget transatlantic flight out of JFK with an onward European hop. Read the itinerary carefully: several of them land at Warsaw Modlin (WMI), a smaller airport about 40 km north of the city, not Chopin (WAW).
Because LOT flies non-stop from both New York airports, it’s frequently the best-value option outright — the connecting carriers only tend to undercut it by $50–$150 in the quieter months. If price and time both matter, the LOT Dreamliner is hard to beat; a single stop mostly pays off when its sale fares are gone.
When to book & how to save
- Book 2–4 months ahead for the best balance of price and choice; summer and holiday fares to Warsaw climb steadily as seats fill.
- Travel in the shoulder season (April–May or late September–October) for lower fares and comfortable weather.
- Watch the holiday peaks: July–August and the Christmas/New Year window are the busiest for diaspora travel — book those trips as early as you can.
- Compare JFK and Newark: LOT flies non-stop from both, and the fares often differ — check each airport before you book.
- Check the bag rules: LOT’s lowest transatlantic “Economy” fares may not include a checked bag, so compare the all-in price rather than the headline.
Arriving in Warsaw
Non-stop flights land at Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW), about 10 km south of the city centre — one of the closest-in major airports in Europe. The S2 / S3 commuter train and the SKM city rail run to the central stations in about 20–25 minutes for a few złoty (well under 5 dollars), and city buses (line 175 among them) cover the same route cheaply. A metered taxi or ride-hail to the centre takes 15–25 minutes and runs roughly 12–20 dollars. Some low-cost European connections instead use Warsaw Modlin (WMI), about 40 km north — check which airport your ticket lists.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from New York to Warsaw?
The non-stop flight takes about 8 hours 20 minutes to 8 hours 40 minutes eastbound from New York to Warsaw, and a little longer coming back against the winds. One-stop itineraries through Frankfurt, Vienna or Amsterdam typically take 12 to 15 hours in total, depending on the connection.
Are there direct flights from New York to Warsaw?
Yes. LOT Polish Airlines flies non-stop from both JFK and Newark, year-round on Boeing 787 Dreamliners, and it accounts for four out of five of the cheapest fares we track, at $655–$771. One-stop flights are modestly cheaper — from about $509 — but check the arrival airport, as some land at Warsaw Modlin rather than Chopin.
How much does it cost to fly from New York to Warsaw?
The LOT non-stop runs $655–$771, with a median of $674 that barely moves across the year in the fares we can see. The cheapest fare of any kind is $509 on a one-stop from JFK, with connections generally $509–$574. The summer peak and the Christmas period push everything higher.
What is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Warsaw?
November, January and February are the quietest months to travel. On price, the striking thing about this route is how steady it is: the LOT non-stop held at $655–$771 across all eight departure months we could price. Avoid July and August, the busiest months for travel to Poland; April, May and October offer good value on crowds.
Which airlines fly from New York to Warsaw?
Non-stop: LOT Polish Airlines from both JFK and Newark. One-stop: Lufthansa (via Frankfurt/Munich), Austrian (via Vienna), Air France (via Paris), KLM (via Amsterdam), British Airways (via London) and Turkish Airlines (via Istanbul), which sometimes carry lower fares in quieter months.
Which airport do I fly into in Warsaw?
Non-stop flights land at Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW), the main international airport just 10 km south of the centre. Some low-cost European connections use Warsaw Modlin (WMI), about 40 km north of the city, instead — check your ticket, as the transfer into town is different from each.
How far in advance should I book New York to Warsaw flights?
Aim to book 2 to 4 months ahead, and earlier for summer or the winter holidays. Warsaw sees heavy diaspora travel in peak periods, so fares rise as departure nears, and the best LOT non-stop fares go early.
Is it cheaper to fly on weekdays?
Often, yes — midweek departures (Tuesday to Thursday) are usually a little cheaper than Friday–Sunday, and flying out and back on weekdays can save $40–$100 on a return. Shifting your dates by a day or two is one of the easiest ways to lower the fare.
Fare guidance based on aifly.one deal tracking and current airline schedules; last reviewed July 2026. Prices are indicative economy returns and change with demand — always check the live fare before booking.
