LOT Polish
Poland’s flag carrier, operating scheduled European and long-haul services with Warsaw as the centre of its network.
About LOT Polish
Founded in 1928, LOT Polish Airlines is Poland’s flag carrier and one of Europe’s longest-established airline brands. Its legal name is LOT Polish Airlines, and it operates scheduled passenger services under the LO code. The airline is controlled through the Polish state-owned aviation group Polska Grupa Lotnicza, giving it a central role in Poland’s air connectivity and national transport infrastructure.
Warsaw Chopin Airport is LOT’s primary hub and the main connecting point for its domestic, European and intercontinental flights. Its network covers 58 destinations across 35 countries and comprises 186 routes. Important departure points also include Frankfurt, Krakow, Munich and Dusseldorf, while destinations served include Brussels, Vienna, Istanbul, Katowice, Poznan, Gdansk and Wroclaw.
Aircraft recorded across LOT’s operations include ATR and ATR 42-500 and 72 turboprops, Airbus A319, A320 and A321 family jets, Avro RJ85 and RJ100 aircraft, and Boeing 737-300, 737-400, 737-500 and 737-800 variants. Cabin products vary by aircraft and route, with Economy Class widely available and premium cabins offered on selected services. Travellers should check the operating aircraft because seating and amenities can differ.
LOT has belonged to Star Alliance since 2003, enabling eligible passengers to connect across the alliance network and receive reciprocal benefits according to status and fare conditions. Its frequent-flyer programme is Miles & More, through which members can earn and redeem miles on LOT and participating partners. Status benefits may include lounge access, priority services and additional baggage, subject to membership tier and the rules applying to each journey.
A notable strength is LOT’s Warsaw hub, which can provide practical one-stop connections between Central and Eastern Europe, Western Europe and selected long-haul markets. Its comparatively focused network may make some itineraries straightforward, but schedules and cabin consistency can vary by route and aircraft. Passengers connecting in Warsaw should allow adequate transfer time and confirm terminal, baggage and entry requirements before departure.
Good to know
Flying with LOT Polish — what to expect
Warsaw Connections
Warsaw Chopin Airport is LOT’s principal connecting hub. Allow extra time when transferring between a Schengen flight and a non-Schengen or long-haul service because passport control may be required.
Baggage By Fare
Cabin and checked-baggage entitlements depend on the fare, route and travel class. Review the allowance shown on your booking before packing, especially when travelling on the lowest Economy fare.
Aircraft May Vary
LOT uses different aircraft types across its network, so seat layout, storage space and onboard amenities can vary. Check the operating aircraft before selecting a seat, while remembering that substitutions remain possible.
Miles And More
Miles & More members can earn and redeem miles on eligible LOT flights. Star Alliance status benefits depend on the traveller’s tier, fare and operating carrier.
Online Check-In
Online check-in is available for many LOT-operated journeys, although document checks may still be required at the airport. Arrive earlier for long-haul flights or itineraries involving immigration formalities.
Network overview
Where LOT Polish flies
LOT Polish operates 186 routes to 58 destinations across 35 countries, its longest sector reaching Chicago to Warsaw (7,519 km nonstop).
Destinations served
Cities LOT Polish flies to, most-served first.
Main hubs
Busiest departure bases, by route count.
Fleet
Aircraft types on record for these routes.
Longest nonstop route
Chicago → Warsaw
7,519 km · ORD → WAW
The longest sector in the LOT Polish network, measured as the great-circle distance between the two airports.
Route data · TravelPayouts route data · updated 2026-07
Route network
Popular routes operated by LOT Polish
Notable destinations on LOT Polish's network.
LOWarsawdirectLOFrankfurtdirectLOKrakowdirectLOMunichdirectLODusseldorfdirectLOKatowicedirectLOPoznandirectLOGdanskdirectLOWroclawdirectLOBrusselsdirectLOViennadirectLOIstanbuldirectDestination list is indicative of LOT Polish's network; see the airline's official route map for its complete, current schedule.
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FAQ
LOT Polish — frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the details travellers usually check first, from codes and locations to the practical basics that help with planning.
8 common questions
- LOT Polish serves domestic, European and selected intercontinental markets. Its destinations include Warsaw, Frankfurt, Krakow, Munich, Dusseldorf, Brussels, Vienna and Istanbul.
- LOT Polish flies to 58 destinations across 35 countries, operating 186 routes.
- The busiest departure hubs by number of routes are Warsaw, Frankfurt, Krakow, Munich and Dusseldorf. Warsaw Chopin Airport is the airline’s principal hub and main connecting gateway.
- LOT Polish’s primary hub is Warsaw Chopin Airport. Frankfurt, Krakow, Munich and Dusseldorf are also among its busiest departure points by route count.
- Carry-on entitlement depends on the route, cabin and fare conditions. Check the baggage details attached to your ticket for the current size, weight and item limits before travelling.
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- LOT Polish’s longest route is Chicago to Warsaw, covering about 7,519 km nonstop.
- Fares are often lower when booked ahead for off-peak dates, particularly outside major holidays and busy summer periods. Comparing nearby dates and midweek departures may reveal better prices.