To the Edge of Europe: LOT Polish Airlines Launches Direct Flights to Lisbon

03 February 2025

On 3 February 2025, LOT Polish Airlines inaugurated a direct connection between Warsaw and Lisbon.
The Portuguese capital becomes the third Iberian Peninsula destination served by the national carrier.
Flights to Lisbon will initially operate five times a week for the first three weeks, increasing to daily service from 24 February 2025, continuing year-round.
Lisbon is one of Europe’s most atmospheric and beloved tourist destinations.

On Monday, 3 February, at 10:30 AM, the first LOT Polish Airlines flight took off from Warsaw Chopin Airport bound for Humberto Delgado Airport in Lisbon. Initially, passengers will be able to travel to Europe’s westernmost capital five times a week – on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Sundays. However, from 24 February 2025, flights will operate daily. The Warsaw-Lisbon route will be served by Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft, seven of which have joined LOT’s fleet over the past year.

Lisbon is one of Europe’s most enchanting capitals, offering a wealth of experiences. Whether you are a history enthusiast, a lover of scenic walks, a photographer in search of breathtaking shots, or a dedicated foodie, this city has something for everyone. We are delighted that, with the latest additions to our fleet, including the state-of-the-art Boeing 737 MAX 8, we can invite our passengers to discover one of Europe’s most beloved capitals. We also encourage Portuguese travellers to take advantage of seamless transfers via Warsaw to destinations further east. And, of course, we warmly welcome visitors from Lisbon who choose to explore the beauty of Poland during a longer stay.

Robert Ludera, Director of the Flight Network and Alliances Department, LOT Polish Airlines

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The Most Beautiful Woman in Portugal

Lisbon is often regarded as one of the most stunning cities in the world, and the Portuguese call it the “most beautiful woman in Portugal”. Perched atop seven steep hills, the city offers breathtaking views and an abundance of charming corners waiting to be explored. Here, at the very edge of Europe, visitors can hop aboard the legendary yellow tram and wind through the city’s most iconic districts, with Alfama at the forefront. This is Lisbon’s oldest neighbourhood and one of the few that survived the devastating earthquake of 1755.

Alfama is also the birthplace of fado, that can still be heard in the district today. It is said that this somewhat mournful style, accompanied by the sound of the Portuguese guitar, perfectly captures the nostalgic character of the Portuguese people – a sentiment some attribute to the country’s geographical isolation. After all, Portugal is one of the few nations with only a single land border – with Spain – while the rest of its territory faces the vast, endless Atlantic Ocean. And it is precisely the ocean that reigns supreme on Portuguese tables, with seafood and fish, such as the traditional dried bacalhau cod, playing a central role in the national cuisine.

Another hallmark of Portuguese culture is blue-and-white azulejos – ceramic tiles that depict geometric patterns or scenes from their everyday life. It seems as if every building in Portugal boasts its own miniature, ceramic masterpiece. No visit to Lisbon would be complete without a stop in the Belem district to indulge in the city’s famous sweet treat at the famous pastry shop near the Jeronimos Monastery. The iconic custard tarts, known as Pasteis de Belem, were originally baked by monks in the 18th century. Since 1837, the secret recipe has been guarded by a single family, while the bakery’s long queues prove its popularity.

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Belem is also home to the Monument to the Discoveries, honouring Portugal’s great navigators, explorers, and people who filled in the blank spaces on the maps of the world. The 52-metre-high monument features 33 figures, including Vasco da Gama and Ferdinand Magellan, all led by Prince Henry the Navigator, who holds a model of a caravel in his hands. Standing on the banks of the Tagus River, from where Portugal’s greatest explorers once set sail, this is the perfect place to pause, soak up the sun, and dream of future journeys yet to come.

LOT Polish Airlines is a modern carrier connecting Central and Eastern Europe with the rest of the world. LOT’s offer includes direct long-haul flights to airports in the United States, Canada, India, Japan, and South Korea. The Polish carrier has been consistently increasing the number of its flights to those destinations, thus strengthening its position in Central and Eastern Europe. It operates its long haul flights with the Boeing 787 Dreamliner, one of the most advanced wide-body aircraft in the world. Present in the sky since 1929, the Polish carrier is the 11th oldest airline worldwide and one of the most internationally recognisable Polish brands.

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