Copernicus Airport serves Breslavia (Wrocław), the city of one hundred bridges in Lower Silesia, known for its picturesque old town and the famous garden gnome figurines scattered throughout the city.
Located approximately 10 km from the city center.
How to get to Copernicus Wrocław Airport
By Car
By Train
By Bus
Average travel time to WRO
Parking near Copernicus Wrocław Airport
The parking facility, spread over multiple levels, is located adjacent to the terminal.
Rates follow the standard tariffs typical for the region.
How to get to Wroclaw / Breslau from WRO
By Train
By Bus
By Taxi
Airport transfers you can book in advance
Shuttles and private transfers you can book online, picked from the best rated by travelers.
Car rental at Copernicus Wrocław Airport
A limited number of car rental operators are present in the arrivals area.
A driving license, passport, and credit card are sufficient for EU citizens, without needing an IDP.
Hotels near Copernicus Wrocław Airport
At Copernicus Airport
The Hampton by Hilton is about 2 minutes on foot from the terminal; the Arche is a little further, about 900 metres (4-5 minutes on foot or with the hotel's paid shuttle).
Best for: Short layovers and very early morning flights, when you want to stay a step from the terminal without depending on bus 106.
- 2 minutes on foot from check-in in the case of the Hampton, with no bus or taxi
- No risk of missing bus 106 due to traffic or delays
- Only the warehouses of the airport area around: for dinner you stay in the hotel
- For an evening in the centre you still need 30-40 minutes by bus or 15-20 by taxi
Recommended hotels
- Hampton By Hilton Wroclaw Airport About 2 minutes on foot from the terminal, opened recently; among the closest options by far to Wrocław airport. View availability
- Arche Hotel Wrocław Airport About 900 metres from the terminal, with a paid shuttle; an alternative to the Hampton for those who can't find availability or want a different price. View availability
Rynek and the historic centre
Bus 106 from the terminal to Wrocław Główny station in 30-40 minutes, every 20 minutes (replaced at night by the 206); from the station the Rynek is 10-15 minutes on foot. By taxi the direct route is 15-20 minutes.
Best for: Those who want the Rynek, Cathedral Island and the bridges over the Oder within walking distance.
- Rynek, Cathedral Island and the bridges over the Oder within walking distance of the hotels in this area
- More choice of restaurants and evening venues than the airport area
- No direct train from the airport: you depend on bus 106 or a taxi
- Rynek crowded with tourists, so higher prices at the venues on the square
Recommended hotels
- Mövenpick Grand Hotel Wroclaw An Art Nouveau palazzo from 1903 a few steps from Wrocław Główny station and a short walk from the Rynek; reopened as a Mövenpick after a restoration. View availability
- Radisson Blu Hotel Wroclaw A few minutes from the Rynek, with sustainability practices noted by guests; spacious rooms according to reviews. View availability
- Scandic Wrocław On Piłsudskiego avenue, a short walk from the Rynek; rates generally more modest than the hotels on the square. View availability
Airport services
Shopping & Duty Free
Lounges & relaxation
Connectivity & Wi-Fi
Families & Children
Terminal guide
The terminal is appropriately sized for the Lower Silesian region's tourist and regional traffic.
When flying, one should plan 2.5 hours of advance time.
Map of Copernicus Wrocław Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. Why is Wroclaw called the 'city of a hundred bridges'?
Because of the numerous bridges and islets on the Oder river running through the old town, one of the city's most distinctive features.
Q. What are the Wroclaw gnome statuettes?
Hundreds of small bronze statues depicting gnomes (krasnale) scattered around the city, which have become a popular symbol of Wroclaw.
Q. Is Wroclaw a safe city to walk around at night?
Yes, like most Polish cities it is generally safe with normal precautions, with the old town around the Rynek well-lit and busy until late in the evening.
Q. Do Wroclaw taxis have a taximeter?
Yes, fares are set by local authorities: always check that the taximeter is running during the ride.
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