Warsaw to Kaliningrad flights
Kaliningrad lies 277 km (172 mi) north of Warsaw, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 6 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
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| Warsaw | Kaliningrad | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Poland | Russia |
| Population | 1.7 million | 475,056 |
| Elevation | 113 m (371 ft) | 2 m (7 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Warsaw) | UTC+2 (Europe/Kaliningrad) |
| Nearest large airport | WAW, 8 km out | KGD, 21 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Kaliningrad
Crossing from Poland into Russia: money changes from the Zloty to the Ruble (RUB); sockets are Euro, Schuko; the dialling code becomes +7; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q24233148.
Airports at each end
Leaving Warsaw
Warsaw is served by 3 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW), 8 km (5 mi) from the centre, whose 12,106-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Warsaw Modlin Airport (WMI, 35 km), Warsaw Radom Airport (RDO, 94 km).
Arriving in Kaliningrad
Kaliningrad is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Khrabrovo Airport (KGD), 21 km (13 mi) from the centre, whose 10,991-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Khrabrovo Airport | KGD | 21 km (13 mi) | 10,991 ft | 42 ft |
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Staying in Kaliningrad
Our booking partner lists 38 places to stay in Kaliningrad. Of the 38 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (21), and 1 are five-star. Guests have left 508 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Kaliningrad from Warsaw?
277 km (172 mi) in a straight line, north of Warsaw.
How long does it take to get from Warsaw to Kaliningrad by air?
About 1 h 6 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Warsaw and Kaliningrad?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Warsaw to Kaliningrad flights?
Typically Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) to Khrabrovo Airport (KGD).
What currency do I need in Kaliningrad?
The Ruble (RUB).
Where can I stay in Kaliningrad?
Our booking partner lists 38 places to stay in Kaliningrad, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.