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LOT Polish Airlines

Poland's flag carrier, flying since 1929

  • PolandCountry
  • LOIATA Code
  • LOTICAO Code
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About LOT Polish Airlines

LOT Polish Airlines is Poland’s flag carrier and a Star Alliance member, connecting Warsaw with more than 100 destinations in Europe, North America, Asia and the Middle East. Every Economy fare, even Saver, includes an 8 kg cabin bag, while Standard and Flex add a 23 kg checked bag. This guide covers the fares, baggage, power bank rules, Warsaw tips, Miles & More and how LOT compares with Lufthansa and Austrian.

LOT began flying on 1 January 1929, making it one of the world’s oldest airlines still operating, and in 2012 it became the first European airline to fly the Boeing 787.

LOT Polish Airlines flights to Warsaw
Photo: Iwona Castiello d'Antonio / Unsplash

Power Bank Rules on LOT

LOT follows the ICAO rules applied by European airlines since 27 March 2026:

  • A maximum of two power banks per passenger, in cabin baggage only.
  • No charging power banks, or devices from them, during the flight.
  • Power banks are never allowed in checked bags.

Larger batteries need the airline’s approval, so check before you fly.

Check-In at Warsaw

Online check-in is available on the website and app. Warsaw Chopin is compact, and connections are usually quick.

Allow time for passport control when connecting between Schengen and non-Schengen flights, especially to North America.

Families and Special Assistance

Bassinets are available on long-haul Boeing 787 flights, and infants under two travel on an adult’s lap. Request wheelchairs and other special assistance at least 48 hours before departure.

How to Find Cheap Flights to Poland

LOT Polish Airlines flights to Kraków
Photo: Tomasz Tomal / Unsplash
  • Use Saver for hand-baggage trips: it still includes 8 kg.
  • Compare Warsaw and Kraków departures.
  • Connect in Warsaw for good fares to Asia and North America.
  • Book Christmas and Easter early.
  • Compare airlines: use the FlightSelects flight search to see LOT next to Lufthansa, Austrian and others.

LOT vs Lufthansa vs Austrian

All three use Miles & More and Star Alliance, but their cheapest fares differ.

LOTLufthansaAustrian
HubWarsawFrankfurt and MunichVienna
Cheapest Europe fareSaver: 8 kg cabin bag includedBasic: personal item onlyBasic: personal item only
Checked bag on cheapest farePaid (free for M&M status)PaidPaid
Best forPoland and Eastern EuropeWidest networkCentral and Eastern Europe

See our Lufthansa guide and Austrian Airlines guide to compare.

Arriving in Warsaw

Warsaw Chopin Airport is about 10 km from the city centre. Trains, buses and taxis connect it with central Warsaw.

You can also book an airport transfer in advance at a fixed price.

Is LOT Polish Airlines a Good Airline?

Yes. LOT offers reliable service, a Dreamliner fleet, an 8 kg cabin bag even on Saver and good connections through Warsaw.

For more options, see our airline guides and the FlightSelects travel blog.

Facts checked in October 2026 against LOT’s short- and medium-haul baggage page and ICAO’s 2026 power bank rules. Rules change, so check the official LOT website before you travel.

Star Alliance & Airline Partnerships

LOT has been a Star Alliance member since 2003. Through Warsaw you can connect onto partners such as Lufthansa, United, Air Canada and Singapore Airlines on one ticket.

Learn more about Star Alliance

Codeshare & Interline Partnerships

LOT codeshares with many Star Alliance and other partners, and uses Miles & More, the Lufthansa Group's loyalty programme.

Hubs & Focus Cities

Warsaw Chopin (WAW) is LOT's main hub for European and long-haul flights. Kraków is a secondary hub, and Gdańsk and Wrocław are focus cities.

Popular LOT Polish Airlines Routes

LOT's busiest routes link Warsaw with Kraków and Gdańsk, and with Frankfurt, Amsterdam, Paris and Barcelona. Long-haul flights reach New York, Chicago, Toronto, Seoul, Tokyo and Delhi, and Warsaw is a popular transfer point between Eastern Europe and the rest of the world. Choose a route to see recent schedules and fares.

Fares are the lowest recently found by our partners and can change quickly. Select a fare to check live prices and availability.

LOT Polish Airlines Reschedule & Cancellation Policy

LOT sells Economy in three main fare types: Saver, Standard and Flex, with Premium and Business on top. Saver is the cheapest and includes a cabin bag but no checked bag; it is also the least flexible. Standard adds a checked bag, and Flex gives you the most freedom to change or cancel.

If you change your flight, you pay any difference in fare as well as any change fee for your fare type. When your plans aren't fixed, Flex can save you money compared with buying a new ticket.

  • Economy Saver Lowest price; the most restrictive change and refund rules.
  • Economy Standard Checked bag included; changes allowed for a fee.
  • Economy Flex The most flexible Economy fare for changes and refunds.
  • Premium and Business More flexible conditions and extra baggage.
  • Flights to or from the USA You can cancel within 24 hours of booking for a full refund if you booked at least 7 days before departure.
  • EU passenger rights As an EU airline, LOT is covered by Regulation 261/2004 for long delays, cancellations and denied boarding.
  • How to change or cancel Use Manage booking on lot.com or the LOT app.

LOT Polish Airlines Seat Selection & Additional Services

With LOT you can choose a seat when booking or later in Manage booking; on Saver fares this costs extra, or you get a free seat at check-in. Seats with extra legroom are available to buy on most flights.

On long-haul Boeing 787 flights LOT offers Economy, Premium Economy and Business with lie-flat seats. You can check in online on lot.com or in the LOT app before your flight.

  • Economy Saver Seat assigned at check-in; advance selection for a fee.
  • Seat selection Standard and extra-legroom seats can be bought in advance.
  • Premium More space and better service on long-haul flights.
  • Business Lie-flat seats on the Boeing 787, lounge access and priority services.
  • Extra bags Cheaper when added online before travel.
  • Lounges LOT's Polonez lounge at Warsaw Chopin.
  • Special assistance Request wheelchairs and other help in advance.

LOT Polish Airlines Baggage Allowance

Every LOT Economy fare, including Saver, includes a cabin bag of up to 8 kg and 55 × 40 × 23 cm plus a small personal item of up to 2 kg. The difference is checked baggage: Saver includes none, while Standard and Flex include one 23 kg bag.

Checked bags can measure up to 158 cm in total. Buying an extra bag online before you fly is cheaper than paying at the airport.

  • Cabin bag (all Economy fares, including Saver) 1 bag up to 8 kg and 55 × 40 × 23 cm.
  • Personal item 1 item up to 40 × 35 × 12 cm and 2 kg.
  • Economy Saver No checked bag included, including on long-haul flights; one can be bought.
  • Economy Standard and Flex 1 checked bag up to 23 kg.
  • Premium Economy 2 cabin bags up to 9 kg each and 2 checked bags up to 23 kg.
  • Business 2 cabin bags up to 9 kg each and 2 checked bags up to 32 kg.
  • Miles & More status Frequent Traveller, Senator and HON Circle members can check one bag free even on Saver.
  • Upgrades Upgrading with miles gives the new cabin's allowance; a paid LOT Upgrade does not.
  • Maximum bag size 158 cm total length + width + height.

Miles & More: LOT Polish Airlines Loyalty Programme

LOT has used Miles & More, the Lufthansa Group's loyalty programme, since 2003. Joining is free, and you earn miles on LOT, Lufthansa Group airlines and other Star Alliance partners, then redeem them for flights and upgrades. Award miles are valid for 36 months.

Frequent flyers can reach Frequent Traveller, Senator and HON Circle status.

  • Frequent Traveller Priority services and Star Alliance Silver status.
  • Senator Lounge access, extra baggage and Star Alliance Gold status.
  • HON Circle The top tier with the highest priority.
  • Miles validity Award miles are valid for 36 months.
  • Star Alliance Earn and redeem miles across Star Alliance.
Join or log in on the LOT Polish Airlines website

LOT Polish Airlines: Frequently Asked Questions

01Where is LOT Polish Airlines headquartered?

The airline is headquartered in Warsaw, Poland.

02When was LOT Polish Airlines founded?

The airline was founded in 1928.

03Does LOT Polish Airlines offer online check-in?

Yes. Online check-in is available through the airline's official website. Check-in opening and closing times depend on the route and airport, so confirm them for your flight before you travel.

04What is LOT's cabin bag allowance?

Every Economy fare, including Saver, includes one cabin bag of up to 8 kg and 55 × 40 × 23 cm, plus a personal item of up to 2 kg.

05Does LOT Economy Saver include a checked bag?

No. Economy Saver doesn't include a checked bag, even on long-haul flights. Standard and Flex include one 23 kg bag.

06Which loyalty programme does LOT use?

LOT uses Miles & More, the Lufthansa Group's loyalty programme, so you can earn and redeem miles on LOT, Lufthansa, SWISS, Austrian and other Star Alliance airlines.

07Can I change or cancel a LOT Polish Airlines flight?

LOT sells Economy in three main fare types: Saver, Standard and Flex, with Premium and Business on top. Saver is the cheapest and includes a cabin bag but no checked bag; it is also the least flexible. Standard adds a checked bag, and Flex gives you the most freedom to change or cancel.

08Is LOT Polish Airlines in an airline alliance?

Yes. LOT has been a Star Alliance member since 2003. Through Warsaw you can connect onto partners such as Lufthansa, United, Air Canada and Singapore Airlines on one ticket.

09What are LOT Polish Airlines' IATA and ICAO codes?

LOT Polish Airlines' IATA code is LO and its ICAO code is LOT. You'll see the IATA code (LO) in flight numbers and on boarding passes.

10Where is LOT Polish Airlines' main hub?

LOT Polish Airlines' main hub is Warsaw (WAW). It also flies from Kraków (KRK).

11Can I choose my seat on LOT Polish Airlines?

With LOT you can choose a seat when booking or later in Manage booking; on Saver fares this costs extra, or you get a free seat at check-in. Seats with extra legroom are available to buy on most flights.

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