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LOT Polish Airlines is continuing its rapid North American expansion with the launch of nonstop service between Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) and San Francisco International Airport (SFO). The new route will debut on May 6th and will operate 4x weekly during the summer season. The route connects to United’s largest West Coast hub and flyers will see the opportunity to take tons of connection through LOT’s Star Alliance partner.
The addition of San Francisco strengthens LOT’s long-haul strategy and joins Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD), Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), Miami International Airport (MIA), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), and New York John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) as US destinations served. The airline has increasingly focused on transatlantic travel as it cites growing demand from both business and leisure passengers.
LOT will operate the route using its Boeing 787-8 aircraft on the approximately 11-hour and 30-minute journey. These offer 18 Business Class, 21 Premium Economy, and 213 Economy Class seats.
San Francisco’s global reputation as a center of technology, culture, and innovation adds further appeal, offering Polish and European travelers a gateway to Northern California and Silicon Valley. Meanwhile, US travelers gain another nonstop option to reach Warsaw and connect onward to LOT’s growing network across Central and Eastern Europe.
Robert Ludera, Registered Representative and Director of the Network Department at LOT Polish Airlines, said:
Transatlantic flights are of strategic importance for LOT Polish Airlines. In the past 12 months, 800,000 passengers travelled on all LOT flights between Poland and the United States. Not only will the new route connect the heart of Europe with the global hub for technology and innovation, but it will also open up new opportunities for both business travelers and tourists. San Francisco, along with neighboring Silicon Valley, is the cradle of numerous global brands and a location that consistently attracts entrepreneurs and investors from around the world. It is also a city of exceptional charm, rich in culture, history and unique vibe, which has enjoyed unflagging popularity among tourists for years. We are delighted to expand our offer with a successive direct flight to the west coast of the United States and invite passengers to join us on our flights.”
Anthony’s Take: As LOT continues to modernize its fleet and grow its long-haul network, this route marks another milestone in the airline’s transatlantic ambitions ahead of summer 2026. I still need to check out the lounge that LOT opened at Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) and hope to soon.
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