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LOT Polish Airlines Baggage, Check-In + Boarding Guide

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LOT Polish Airlines (LO)

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LOT Polish Airlines (LO) is Poland’s flag carrier — Star Alliance member since 2003. Founded 1929 (one of world’s oldest airlines). 70+ aircraft, 100+ destinations. Baggage allowance (Economy): Cabin (all): 8kg main bag 55x40x23cm + 1 small item 40x30x10cm. Saver fare: only cabin. Lite: + 1×23kg checked. Standard: + 2×23kg + free seat. Classic: + 32kg + flexibility. LOT Premium Economy (long-haul): 12kg cabin + 2×23kg checked + extra legroom. LOT Business: 18kg cabin + 2×32kg checked + lounge. Check-in: online 36 hours-2 hours before departure. Hubs: Warsaw Chopin WAW (mega-hub), Krakow KRK, Budapest BUD. Star Alliance: shared with Lufthansa, United, ANA, Singapore, Air Canada. Common fees: 2nd checked €60-100, name change €70+, flight change €70-300. Tip: Miles & More integrated (Lufthansa loyalty). LOT specialty is Eastern Europe + USA via Warsaw.

LOT Polish Airlines aircraft
LOT Polish Airlines (LO)

LOT baggage rules

  • Cabin (all Economy): 8kg main bag 55x40x23cm + 1 small item 40x30x10cm.
  • Saver fare: NO checked.
  • Lite: 1×23kg checked.
  • Standard: 2×23kg + free seat selection.
  • Classic: 1×32kg + flexibility.
  • LOT Premium Economy (long-haul): 12kg cabin + 2×23kg checked + better food + extra legroom.
  • LOT Business (long-haul): 18kg cabin (2 pieces × 9kg) + 2×32kg checked + lie-flat seats + lounge.
  • Sports equipment: ski €50-80, bike €70-120, golf €60-100.
  • Star Alliance Gold: +1 checked bag.
  • Children (2-11): same as adults.
  • Infants: 1 small item + stroller free.

LOT check-in + fares

  • Online check-in: 36 hours to 2 hours before departure (45 min long-haul).
  • Mobile boarding pass: LOT app, ApplePass, GooglePass.
  • Bag drop: 2-3 hours before departure.
  • Boarding closes 30 minutes before scheduled departure.
  • Saver: cheapest. NO checked. NO seat. Limited miles.
  • Lite: + 1×23kg + seat selection paid.
  • Standard: + 2×23kg + free seat + 1 free change.
  • Classic: + 1×32kg + flexibility + free changes.
  • LOT Premium Economy: dedicated cabin only on 787 long-haul.
  • LOT Business: lie-flat 787 long-haul. 1-2-1 configuration.

LOT routes + Star Alliance

  • 100+ destinations: Europe + USA + Asia + Middle East + Africa.
  • Top hubs: Warsaw Chopin WAW (mega-hub), Krakow KRK, Budapest BUD.
  • USA: NYC, Chicago, Miami, LA, Washington, Toronto.
  • Asia: Tokyo, Seoul, Beijing, Singapore, Delhi, Bangkok.
  • Middle East: Dubai, Tel Aviv, Yerevan, Tbilisi.
  • Africa: Cairo, Marrakech.
  • Eastern Europe specialty: Bucharest, Sofia, Belgrade, Sarajevo, Tallinn, Riga, Vilnius, Tirana.
  • Star Alliance partners: Lufthansa, SWISS, Austrian, Brussels, ANA, Singapore Airlines, Asiana, EVA Air, etc.
  • Codeshare: Lufthansa for European hub-and-spoke.

Miles & More + LOT loyalty

  • Miles & More: shared with Lufthansa Group. LOT integrated.
  • Status tiers: Frequent Traveller (35K) → Senator (100K) → HON Circle (600K).
  • Frequent Traveller (Star Alliance Silver): priority check-in + lounges (limited).
  • Senator (Star Alliance Gold): lounge access (LOT + all Star Alliance worldwide) + +1 bag + priority everywhere.
  • HON Circle: top tier — guaranteed availability + concierge.
  • Polish Senator Lounge Warsaw: at WAW. Free with Senator status or Business class ticket.
  • Earn miles: on LOT + all Star Alliance airlines.
  • Redeem miles: on LOT or any Star Alliance carrier.

Common LOT fees + tips + reviews

  • 2nd checked bag: €60-100 short-haul, €100-200 long-haul.
  • Name change: €70+.
  • Flight change: €70-300.
  • Cancellation: non-refundable Saver. Refund Classic + Business.
  • Excess baggage: €40-100 per kg.
  • Pet (in cabin): €70.
  • Pet (in hold): €100-300.
  • WiFi onboard: €5-25.
  • Skytrax: 3-star airline (improving).
  • Reviews: 3.5/5 stars typical. Strong on Eastern Europe routes.
  • 787 Dreamliner long-haul: Boeing 787 fleet for USA + Asia routes.
  • Best for: Warsaw → USA (often cheapest non-stop), Eastern Europe connecting flights, Polish citizens loyalty.

Frequently Asked Questions

LOT cabin baggage?

All Economy: 8kg main bag 55x40x23cm + 1 small item 40x30x10cm. LOT Business (long-haul): 18kg (2 pieces × 9kg). Saver fare = cabin only, no checked.

LOT check-in online?

36 hours to 2 hours before departure (45 min long-haul). Mobile boarding pass via app/ApplePass/GooglePass. Bag drop 2-3h before.

LOT Saver worth it?

Only if no checked bag needed. +€25-50 to add bag = same as Lite fare. Avoid for any leisure trip with luggage.

LOT vs Lufthansa?

Both Star Alliance + Miles & More. Lufthansa: bigger network + higher Skytrax (4-star). LOT: cheaper Eastern Europe + Warsaw → USA non-stops + Polish service. LOT often best value Warsaw → USA.

LOT 787 Dreamliner?

Yes — Boeing 787 fleet for long-haul (USA, Asia). 1-2-1 lie-flat Business class. Premium Economy + Economy. Newer + quieter than 777/A330.

Star Alliance Gold benefits LOT?

Lounge access at WAW + all Star Alliance airlines globally + priority check-in/boarding + +1 checked bag. Earned via 100K Miles & More miles or any Star Alliance airline equivalent.

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Last reviewed: April 2026
Author: Kir Rud, Grandgo editorial
Sources consulted: official tourism authorities, government health and law publications, peer-reviewed travel references. This article is for informational purposes; for formal advice, consult the relevant authority.

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