ワルシャワ・ショパン空港はポーランドの首都ワルシャワに位置する同国最大かつ最も忙しい空港です。ワルシャワ市中心部から南に約10キロメートルに位置し、ポーランドの偉大な作曲家フレデリック・ショパンにちなんで命名されています。年間約2,000万人の旅客を処理し、主にターミナルAで運営されています。LOTポーランド航空の主要ハブであり、スターアライアンスの中東欧における重要な接続拠点です。ワルシャワメトロとSKM鉄道が空港からワルシャワ中央駅まで約20分で接続しています。ショパン空港はヨーロッパと東ヨーロッパ、バルト三国を結ぶ重要なハブとして位置づけられています。ポーランドのEU加盟以降、急速に成長し旅客数が大幅に増加しました。空港の容量制約に対応するため、ワルシャワ南方に建設中のCPK（中央交通ハブ）が2028年の開港を目指しており、完成すれば年間4,500万人の処理能力を持つ新空港がポーランドの主要ハブとなる予定です。ポーランドの急速な経済成長と観光需要の増加を反映し、路線ネットワークの拡大が続いています。

Aviation Terms

飛行場灯火 (AGL: Airfield Lighting) 空港カテゴリ (Airport Category) 空港標高 (ELEV: Airport Elevation) 空港消防署 (ARFF: Airport Fire Station) 空港ラウンジ (Airport Lounge) 空港基準点 (ARP: Airport Reference Point) エプロン (Apron) 自動旅券審査 (APC: Automated Passport Control)

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get from Warsaw Chopin Airport to the city center?

The SKM/KM commuter rail line S2 and S3 runs from the airport to Warsaw Central Station (Warszawa Centralna) in about 25 minutes for PLN 4.40. Bus routes 175 and 188 also connect to the city center for PLN 4.40, taking 25-35 minutes. Taxis to the city center cost approximately PLN 40-60 (EUR 9-14) for the 10 km trip.

How many terminals does Warsaw Chopin Airport have?

Warsaw Chopin Airport has one main terminal building with two departure halls (A and B). The terminal was modernized with a new southern pier that opened in 2022. It is a compact layout where all gates are accessible from a single security checkpoint area.

What is the difference between Warsaw's two airports?

Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) is the main international airport, located 10 km south of the city center. Warsaw Modlin Airport (WMI), located 40 km north, serves primarily Ryanair and other budget carriers. WAW handles the vast majority of full-service airline traffic and long-haul flights. A new major airport, the Solidarity Transport Hub (CPK), is planned to eventually replace both.

Is there free Wi-Fi at Warsaw Chopin Airport?

Yes, WAW offers free Wi-Fi throughout the terminal. The network provides reliable speeds for browsing and email. The airport also has a Chopin music corner with a piano in the departure area, paying tribute to the famous composer after whom the airport is named.

Which airlines have a hub at Warsaw Chopin Airport?

LOT Polish Airlines, a Star Alliance member, uses WAW as its primary hub, operating domestic, European, and intercontinental routes including flights to North America and Asia. Wizz Air also has a growing presence. The airport serves as a key connection point between Western Europe and destinations in Eastern Europe, the Baltics, and Central Asia.