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Is a 40 min layover in Nowy Dwór Mazowiecki long enough?

WMI · Warsaw Modlin Airport · Nowy Dwór Mazowiecki, Poland
It Depends
40 minutes covers the MCT for Schengen-to-non-Schengen, but re-screening and gate distance leave little cushion.
Quick Stats
Concourses
1
Max Transit
8m
Avg. Security
12m
Primary Hub
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Minimum Connection Times
Schengen → Schengen
35min
tight
Schengen → Non-Schengen
40min
tight
Non-Schengen → Schengen
40min
tight
Non-Schengen → Non-Schengen
50min
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Tips for 40 min Connections
Plan 50+ minutes for any connection; Modlin's single terminal and infrequent schedules mean missed flights are rarely rebooked the same day.
Check your airline's gate assignment immediately after landing—gates can change, and the walk to any gate is short but signage is minimal.
If connecting to a non-Schengen flight, budget extra time for security re-screening in the departure hall.
There is no lounge access, limited food options, and no shower facilities; use the brief connection window wisely.
Confirm your onward flight's departure time with ground staff upon arrival, as schedule changes are common at this secondary airport.
Busyness — Connection Risk
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Low risk
Moderate
High risk
Tight connections are safer outside peak hours. Morning rush (6–9a), midday (11a–2p), and evening (4–8p) are highest risk.
Getting Between Concourses
Warsaw Modlin operates a single, integrated terminal building with domestic and international operations in the same hall. All passengers walk directly between check-in, security, and gates; there are no train links, moving walkways, or inter-terminal transport. Security re-screening between Schengen and non-Schengen flights is required; passengers connecting within Schengen airspace do not re-screen.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 40 minutes enough for a layover at Warsaw Modlin Airport (WMI)?

40 minutes covers the MCT for Schengen-to-non-Schengen, but re-screening and gate distance leave little cushion.

What is the minimum connection time at WMI?

Minimum connection times at Warsaw Modlin Airport: Schengen-to-Schengen is 35 minutes, Non-Schengen-to-Non-Schengen is 50 minutes. These are the shortest layovers airlines will sell.

Can I make a 40 minutes connection at WMI on an international flight?

40 minutes is below the 50-minute international MCT at Warsaw Modlin Airport. You may need to rush and could miss your connection. Warsaw Modlin operates a single, integrated terminal building with domestic and international operations in the same hall. All passengers walk directly between check-in, security, and gates; there are no train links, moving walkways, or inter-terminal transport. Security re-screening between Schengen and non-Schengen flights is required; passengers connecting within Schengen airspace do not re-screen.

How much time do I need for a layover at WMI?

We recommend at least 45 minutes for a comfortable connection at Warsaw Modlin Airport. This gives you enough buffer for security (typically 12 minutes) and transit between terminals (up to 8 minutes).

What happens if I miss my connection at WMI?

Contact your airline's customer service desk immediately in the terminal. Modlin has few daily flights, so rebooking may require routing via Warsaw Chopin (WAW), a coach transfer 35 km away, or a multi-day wait.

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