LOT Polish Airlines

LOT is Poland’s flag carrier and functions as a full-service European airline that mixes domestic and regional European services with a selection of intercontinental flights. From a traveler’s perspective it offers traditional full-service amenities on long-haul flights while operating a more buy-or-choose model on some European sectors.

As a member of the Star Alliance, LOT provides broad connectivity through alliance partners and codeshares, making it a practical choice for passengers connecting between Central Europe and wider international destinations via its Warsaw hub.

Where LOT Flies

LOT’s primary operating base is Warsaw Chopin (WAW), from which it runs domestic services within Poland, extensive European regional flights, and a selection of intercontinental routes operated with its widebody aircraft. The airline connects Central Europe with longer-haul destinations using its 787 fleet while feeding regional and domestic networks with Embraer and turboprop equipment. As a Star Alliance member, LOT’s network reach is expanded through alliance partners and codeshares across Europe, Asia, and the Americas.

Hubs

• Warsaw Chopin Airport · WAW

Aircraft and Cabin Classes

LOT operates a mix of narrowbody and regional jets for European and domestic services and widebody Boeing 787 Dreamliners on intercontinental routes. The short- and medium-haul fleet is built around Boeing narrowbodies alongside several Embraer regional jets and de Havilland Canada DHC-8-400 turboprops for thinner routes. Long-haul aircraft are used on transcontinental services. Cabin configurations vary by aircraft: long-haul aircraft offer a two-class layout with a business-class cabin and economy cabin, while short-haul and regional aircraft are primarily single-cabin economy or have a small premium/business-type row depending on the aircraft.

Aircraft types operated: Boeing 737 Classic, Boeing 787 Dreamliner, Embraer 195, Embraer 190, Embraer 175, Embraer 170, de Havilland Canada DHC-8-400, Douglas DC-2, Junkers Ju 52/3m, Douglas DC-3, Convair CV-240 family, Ilyushin Il-12, Vickers Viscount 800, SNCASE SE.161 Languedoc

Tips for Flying LOT Polish Airlines

• Verify the baggage allowance for your specific fare and route before booking, as included checked baggage varies by fare class and destination.
• If you hold Star Alliance Gold status you should receive the usual alliance benefits such as lounge access and priority boarding on LOT-operated flights.
• Check seat maps on long-haul 787s and regional Embraer/Q400 services in advance, since seat comfort and overhead bin space differ significantly between types.
• Use LOT’s mobile app or online check-in to get a mobile boarding pass and manage bookings, especially for shorter connection times at Warsaw Chopin (WAW).
• On shorter European sectors, onboard catering can be limited or pay-for-service depending on the fare, while long-haul flights generally include a meal service.