The flag carrier airline of Poland, LOT Polish Airlines was founded on 1st January, 1929. This award winning air-company has been in service since the last 88 years. It is counted amongst the oldest airline companies in the world that’s still in operation. Headquartered in Warsaw, LOT Polish Airlines is a prestigious member of Star Alliance. The airline is owned by the Government of Poland.
The airline, that has its hubs at Warsaw Chopin Airport, Tallinn Airport and Kraków Airport, has been called one of the safest airlines in the world. Its frequent-flyer program is called Miles & More. Make LOT Polish Airlines reservations to reap the benefits of the frequent-flyer program. The air company has two subsidiaries that go by the names of LOT Charters and Regional Jet.
The very first aircrafts used by the airline were Fokker F.VII and Junkers F.13. Its first international flight was to Vienna on 2nd August 1929. LOT Polish Airlines has codeshare agreements with a number of airlines amongst which are- Air Canada, United Airlines, Lufthansa, Aeroflot, Scandinavian Airlines, All Nippon Airways, Asiana Airlines, Swiss International Air Lines and Singapore Airlines.
Connectivity and Fleet Size
LOT Polish Airlines serves its clients with a fleet of 43 aircrafts. The airline holds the record of being the first European air company that got one of the best aircrafts with state-of-the-art technology, the Boeing 787 Dreamliner. Grab a few LOT Polish Airlines flight tickets to fly in style and comfort. The tickets of this airline are of three types- Business Class, Premium Economy and Economy.
The airline flies to around 83 domestic and international destinations. The international destinations span across numerous countries such as United States, Spain, Belgium, Ireland, Thailand, Denmark, Germany, Madagascar, Mexico, Greece and Russia.
LOT Polish Airlines passengers have access to the following services and amenities during the flight-
This air company’s in-flight entertainment system offers a wide selection of music and movies. The movies available for you to watch are hugely influenced by the route you’re flying on.
Its in-flight magazine, Kaleidoscope, is a delight to read. The magazine was developed with the expertise of various talented people from different sectors such as journalists, artists and globetrotters.
Making LOT Polish Airlines bookings would allow you to enjoy a wide variety of deliciously meals along with alcoholic & non-alcoholic drinks during the flight.
Depending on the flight you’re on (long-haul/short-haul) and the section of the aircraft that you hold a ticket for, the meals might vary from being simple yet tempting snacks to being elegant gourmet dishes.
LOT Gourmet dishes are priced in Polish zloty (PLN). However, payments made with Euro (EUR), American dollars (USD), Canadian Dollars (CAD) and credit cards are also accepted.
Keeping in mind that the passengers’ nutritional needs differ from person to person, LOT Polish Airlines has different types of meals specially designed to cater to different requirements. These special meals are available to all passengers traveling on long-haul flights; LOT Premium Economy and LOT Business Class passengers traveling on short-haul flights.
The special meals are of the following categories-
Meals for children- For Infants.
For children.
Meals adapted to health-specific requirements- For Diabetics.
Lactose-free.
Gluten-free.
Low- purine.
Fitness.
Adapted to personal dietary needs.
Vegetarian Meals- Vegetarian.
Lacto-ovo-vegetarian.
Meals adapted to religious beliefs- Kosher.
Halal.
Indian.
While traveling on LOT Polish Airlines flights, make sure that you follow the baggage policy properly in order to not face any snags on the day of your travel.
Checked Baggage-
Certain items are prohibited from checked baggage. These items are- valuables (cash, jewelry, precious metals), documents (passports, identification papers), electronic devices (laptops, cameras, cell phones), glasses, keys, medication. Any other object that might pose danger to the aircraft and/or its passengers are not allowed to be transported in the checked baggage.
The dimensions of each piece of baggage should not be more than 62 linear inches.
Children without any assigned seat (under the age of 2), is entitled to transport 1 piece of baggage. The weight of this baggage should not be more than 50 lbs.
Passengers who are members of the Miles & More program are allowed to transport extra pieces of baggage in addition to the regular allowances.
Depending on the route a passenger’s flying on and the ticket s/he holds, the baggage allowance differs.
For Intercontinental Flights (U.S.A., Canada, Japan, South Korea)-
LOT Business Class- Three pieces of baggage are allowed to be checked-in. The weight of each piece of baggage should not be more than 70 lbs.
LOT Premium Economy- Two pieces of baggage are allowed to be checked-in. The weight of each piece of baggage should not be more than 50 lbs.
LOT Economy Class- One piece of baggage is allowed to be checked-in. The weight of the baggage should not be more than 50 lbs.
LOT Economy Saver- One piece of baggage is allowed to be checked-in. The weight of the baggage should not be more than 50 lbs.
Intercontinental (Beijing) Flights-
LOT Business Class- Three pieces of baggage are allowed to be checked-in. The weight of each piece of baggage should not be more than 70 lbs.
LOT Premium Economy- Two pieces of baggage are allowed to be checked-in. The weight of each piece of baggage should not be more than 50 lbs.
LOT Economy Class- Two pieces of baggage are allowed to be checked-in. The weight of each piece of baggage should not be more than 50 lbs.
LOT Economy Saver- Two pieces of baggage are allowed to be checked-in. The weight of each piece of baggage should not be more than 50 lbs.
Intercontinental Flights (Flights to Tokyo from Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Denmark, Sweden, France, Great Britain, Italy, Belgium, Netherlands, Luxembourg, Spain, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Romania, Hungary)-
LOT Business Class- Three pieces of baggage are allowed to be checked-in. The weight of each piece of baggage should not be more than 70 lbs.
LOT Premium Economy- Two pieces of baggage are allowed to be checked-in. The weight of each piece of baggage should not be more than 50 lbs.
LOT Economy Class- Two pieces of baggage are allowed to be checked-in. The weight of each piece of baggage should not be more than 50 lbs.
LOT Economy Saver- Two pieces of baggage are allowed to be checked-in. The weight of each piece of baggage should not be more than 50 lbs.
International Flights (North Africa, Europe, Middle East)-
LOT Business Class- Two pieces of baggage are allowed to be checked-in. The weight of each piece of baggage should not be more than 70 lbs.
LOT Premium Economy- Two pieces of baggage are allowed to be checked-in. The weight of each piece of baggage should not be more than 50 lbs.
LOT Economy Class- One piece of baggage is allowed to be checked-in. The weight of the baggage should not be more than 50 lbs.
Domestic Flights-
LOT Economy Class- One piece of baggage is allowed to be checked-in. The weight of the baggage should not be more than 50 lbs.
Carry-on Baggage-
Carry-on baggage need to be small enough to fit in the overhead bin or under the seat in front of you.
Other requirements are as follows-
LOT Business Class- Two pieces of baggage not more than 20 lbs.
LOT Premium Economy (intercontinental flights)- Two pieces of baggage, the combined weight of which should not exceed 26 lbs.
LOT Premium Economy (international flights)- One piece of baggage not exceeding the weight of 18 lbs.
LOT Economy Class- One piece of baggage not exceeding the weight of 18 lbs.
LOT Economy Simple- One piece of baggage not exceeding the weight of 18 lbs.
In addition to this, assistive devices (wheelchair/ crutches) are allowed to be carried as carry-on baggage.
