Car Hire at Warsaw-Modlin Airport

Airport travel guide

Warsaw might not have the same historic appeal as cities like Krakow or Prague, but over the last two decades, the Polish capital has been steadily building its profile as a travel destination. A fun, innovative, and sophisticated place, it is rich in both famous landmarks and hidden gems. Here are four of Warsaw’s most interesting attractions:

• Old Town. Although a lot of Warsaw’s historical architecture perished during the Second World War, the surviving buildings and restored structures together make up one of the loveliest parts of the city. Known as Stare Miasto in Polish, the area is home to such landmarks as the Market Square, reconstructed townhouses, and the magnificent Royal Castle. 
• Palace of Culture and Science. Built during communism in the typical post-war style of socialist realism, Poland’s tallest building continues to divide opinion. But whether you like it or hate it, the palace remains an important symbol of its era and the 20th-century history of Poland. An observation deck at the top of the building provides great views of the city below.
• Zachęta. Located inside a beautiful 19th-century building, Zachęta is the most important contemporary art museum in Poland. The museum’s permanent collection is made up of thousands of paintings, drawings, photographs, installations, and other artwork. Other interesting museums of Warsaw include the National Museum, Museum of the History of Polish Jews, Chopin Museum, and Warsaw Uprising Museum.
• Warsaw Rising Museum. Sometimes also called the Uprising Museum, this institution documents the Polish underground movement and the attempted liberation of 1944 that happened during the Nazi occupation of the Polish capital. Although undoubtedly bleak, the museum provides insight into one of the most important pages of recent Polish history.

Top international routes

• London
• Brussels
• Dublin
• Alicante
• Stockholm
• Milan
• Barcelona
• Paris
• Copenhagen
• Zadar

Main airlines

Ryanair

Terminals

The single, one-floor airport terminal serves all domestic and international flights.

Location

Warsaw Modlin Airport is about 42 km (26.2 mi) north of downtown Warsaw. Wisłostrada/Wybrzeże Gdyńskie/DK7 and Wybrzeże Kościuszkowskie are the main roads connecting the airport to the city.

Most popular types of hire car

• Large cars - starting at US$29 per day
• Premium cars - starting at US$47 per day
• Station wagons - starting at US$19 per day
• SUVs - starting at US$18 per day
• Small cars - starting at US$16 per day
• Medium cars - starting at US$15 per day
• People Carriers - starting at US$51 per day

Car hire desks

Most are inside the airport terminal. The exact location of your car rental provider's desk will be listed on your Confirmation Voucher.

Services and facilities

You’ll find restaurants, coffee shops, fast food outlets, a minimarket, and vending machines, as well as different kinds of shops, including duty-free shops for passengers leaving the EU. There are also ATMs, two currency exchanges, baby changing facilities, a pharmacy, and a chapel. Some of the airport’s facilities are equipped for travelers with reduced mobility. Special assistance is also offered, but you should contact your airline in advance if you’d like this service.

Nearest petrol station

Circle K, located at ul. Byłych Więźniów Twierdzy Zakroczymskiej 41, 05-170 Zakroczym, can be reached in about six minutes and is open 24/7. There are many other gas stations near Warsaw Modlin Airport and on the way to the city.

Popular one-way hires

• Gdansk (304 km / 189 mi). The large Polish coastal city is one of the nicest travel destinations in the country. There are plenty of historic landmarks for a traveler to enjoy like the Gdansk Town Hall and Artus Court, while the nearby city of Sopot offers some of the most relaxing spas in the region.
• Krakow (333 km / 207 mi). Having a well-preserved old town and architecture, Krakow is considered by many to be the most beautiful city in Poland. After taking in all of its historic delights, why not travel even further south to the snowy peaks of Polish Tatra?
• Wroclaw (364 km / 226 mi). A large university city built on a number of islands, Wroclaw is as picturesque as it is sophisticated. Attractions include its immense churches, large public green areas, and an old synagogue.
• Lodz (146 km / 91 mi). Poland’s third largest city is an industrial hub, and while it may not match Krakow or Wroclaw when it comes to history, the city nonetheless has its fair share of delights. These include the fun and central Piotrkowska street, many interesting museums, and former factories turned into tourist attractions.
• Poznan (320 km / 199 mi). The capital of Wielkopolska region, Poznan may not be the largest city in the country, but that did not stop it from building Poland’s largest market square. If that alone isn’t enough of a reason to visit, other impressive sites like the Cathedral Island and the Archbishopric Museum are also on offer.
• Vilnius (462 km / 287 mi). The capital city of neighboring Lithuania, Vilnius is an up-and-coming travel destination. Combining fascinating history with a youthful, innovative energy, this city is one of a kind. The capital can also serve as a great base for exploring the rest of the country.