LOT Polish Airlines Review, Baggage Rules and Services
Everything you need to know — baggage allowances, cabin classes, routes, and why Warsaw is a growing hub connecting Western Europe with Central and Eastern Europe.
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Boeing 747 at Frankfurt Airport
Quick Facts
Key information about this airline at a glance
| Airline Name | Polskie Linie Lotnicze LOT S.A. |
| Founded | 1929 |
| Headquarters | Warsaw, Poland |
| Alliance | Star Alliance |
| Fleet Size | ~95 aircraft |
| Destinations | 120+ worldwide |
| Airline Type | Full-Service (Luxury) |
| Annual Passengers | ~10 million |
| Hub Airport | Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) |
| On-time Performance | ~76% |
| Skytrax Rating | 5-star airline |
| Explorelio Rating | ⭐ 4.2 / 5 |
Airline Rating Breakdown
Explorelio scores based on passenger experience and industry data
Baggage Allowance
LOT Polish Airlines baggage varies by fare — always check before booking. See our full airline comparison for a side-by-side view.
| Carry-on bag (most fares) | 55 × 40 × 23 cm |
| Weight limit | 8 kg |
| Personal item | Laptop bag / handbag |
| Economy Saver — no checked bag | Fee applies |
| Economy Standard — 1 × 23 kg | Included |
| Economy Flex — 2 × 23 kg | Included |
| Business Class — 2 × 32 kg | Included |
💡 Tip: Economy Saver has no checked bag — book Standard or above. LOT’s Boeing 787 Dreamliner offers some of the most comfortable Economy seats on transatlantic routes. Compare prices on Expedia.
Cabin Classes
Three cabin classes — Economy, Economy Flex, and Business Class on the Boeing 787
- 1 × 23 kg bag (Standard+)
- Seat pitch: 79–84 cm
- In-flight entertainment on 787
- Meals included on long-haul
- 2 × 23 kg bags included
- Free seat selection
- Free date changes
- Priority boarding
- 2 × 32 kg bags included
- Lie-flat bed, direct aisle access
- Premium dining and complimentary cocktails
- Senator Lounge access (Frankfurt)
Fleet Overview
LOT operates a modern mixed Boeing and Embraer fleet with the 787 Dreamliner as flagship. Compare with other carriers on our airline comparison page.
Airbus A320neo taking off from Frankfurt
Route Network
LOT Polish Airlines connects 120+ destinations via Warsaw — a growing hub between Western Europe and Eastern Europe, Asia and North America. Check our destination guides and travel itineraries for trip ideas.
- Warsaw, Kraków
- London, Paris
- Frankfurt, Amsterdam
- Prague, Vienna
- New York (JFK), Chicago
- Los Angeles, Miami
- Toronto
- Newark
- Tokyo, Seoul
- Beijing, Singapore
- Tel Aviv, Tbilisi
- Delhi
- Kyiv, Vilnius
- Riga, Tallinn
- Budapest, Bucharest
- Lviv, Odesa
Pros and Cons
- ✈️ Modern Boeing 787 Dreamliner on all long-haul routes
- 🌍 Best Eastern Europe hub — unmatched CEE connectivity
- 💰 Competitive pricing especially from Poland and CEE countries
- 🌐 Growing transatlantic network direct from Warsaw
- 🤝 Star Alliance member — earns miles on 40+ partner airlines
- 🌍 Smaller long-haul network than major European carriers — see our airline comparison
- 🔄 All routes connect via Warsaw
- 💺 Economy comfort average for long-haul
- 🏛️ Limited lounge access outside Warsaw
- 📞 Customer service can be inconsistent
Boeing 747-8 at Frankfurt gate
Compare LOT Polish Airlines With Other Airlines
See how it stacks up against other Central European carriers
How to Book LOT Polish Airlines Flights
Find the Cheapest Fares
Fares vary by type — always check baggage inclusion. Use Expedia to search alongside Lufthansa, Austrian and other European carriers. Also check our airline comparison page.
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