LOT Polish Airlines to expand its presence at regional airports. Poland’s national carrier will connect Kraków Airport with Rome, Barcelona and Madrid

22 October 2025

LOT Polish Airlines announced the launch of three new year-round connections from Kraków Airport to Rome, Barcelona and Madrid.
The destinations operated by the national carrier are some of travellers’ most popular and frequently chosen ones.
The inaugural flights for all three new routes are scheduled for 30 March 2026.

LOT Polish Airlines, pursuing their strategy of strengthening presence at regional airports in Poland, announce the launch of three new, direct flights from Kraków. This is yet another step in the ongoing plan to develop the regional network, which connects the potential of Polish cities with Europe’s major tourist and business destinations.

Building on sustained growth, LOT Polish Airlines leverages the potential of its new fleet and rapidly developing regional hubs, offering residents of Małopolska access to attractive tourist and business destinations, providing international travellers with new opportunities to explore Kraków and southern Poland. New LOT Polish Airlines flights from Kraków Airport will include Rome, Barcelona and Madrid.

The development of the regional flight network is a strategic direction that enables us to fully capitalise on the potential of Polish cities and regions. With the new fleet, we can successfully broaden our service portfolio, both from Warsaw and regional airports, offering passengers comfortable travel. Today, Kraków Airport stands as one of the most dynamically developing airports in Europe, which has a direct impact on the potential of the entire region. We are delighted that, as the national carrier, we can respond to these needs by offering the residents of Małopolska three new destinations to some of the most attractive cities in Europe. We are looking forward to welcoming you onboard our aircraft on flights to Rome, Barcelona and Madrid – and now also from Kraków.

Michał Fijoł, CEO & President of the Management Board of LOT Polish Airlines

With the launch of three new direct routes, LOT Polish Airlines will offer as many as 11 destinations during the 2026 summer season and will expand their Kraków base with an additional Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft. The increase in LOT Polish Airlines’ presence at Kraków Airport in its first full year of operation will mean over 250,000 additional seats on direct routes to Madrid, Barcelona and Rome. LOT Polish Airlines’ new routes improve Kraków and Małopolska’s accessibility, travel comfort and business opportunities, and boost the development of tourism in the city and region. On top of that, they strengthen Kraków Airport’s position as a regional leader and an important transport hub in Central and Eastern Europe.

Łukasz Strutyński, CEO of Kraków John Paul II International Airport

The dynamic development of economic relations between Poland and the countries of Southern Europe is opening up new investment opportunities, particularly for partners from Spain and Italy. Kraków, as one of the fastest-growing business hubs in Central Europe, is attracting increasing interest from investors from these countries. Thanks to its stable economic environment, skilled workforce, and strategic location in the heart of Europe, Poland is becoming an attractive destination for capital from the south of the continent. This is confirmed by 2024 data showing that 113 companies with Spanish capital and 227 enterprises with Italian investors are already registered in Poland, reflecting growing confidence and the long-term potential for cooperation between the countries.

Rome – the heart of history and Italian dolce vita

LOT Polish Airlines will operate five times a week on the Kraków - Rome route during the summer season and four times a week during the winter season. In the summer schedule, flights numbered LO2141 will take off for Rome on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Sundays at 9:45 a.m. Return flights LO2142 to Kraków Airport are scheduled for the same days, departing at 12:45. In the winter schedule, in turn, flights will operate in a similar configuration, excluding the Tuesday flights. The route will be operated by Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft.

Rome remains one of Europe’s most visited cities and is one of the pillars of tourism in southern Europe. The Eternal City attracts millions of tourists with its abundance of history, architecture and culture, offering unforgettable experiences for both art lovers and those seeking the iconic Italian lifestyle. A stroll through the ancient streets is a journey from the majestic Colosseum and Roman Forum to the magnificent St Peter’s Basilica and the Pantheon. One cannot overlook the charming squares – Piazza Navona and Campo de’ Fiori – or the fountains for which the Eternal City is famous, including the legendary Trevi Fountain. But Rome is also a city of daily living, full of trattorias and Roman dolce vita, which makes every stay an unforgettable experience.

Barcelona – Gaudí’s masterpiece in the heart of Catalonia

LOT Polish Airlines will be offering passengers four flights a week to the capital of Catalonia, both in the summer and winter seasons. Flights numbered LO2163 to Barcelona will be taking off on Mondays and Wednesdays at 7:00 a.m. and on Fridays and Saturdays at 4:45 p.m. Return flights numbered LO2164 to Kraków John Paul II International Airport are scheduled for Mondays and Wednesdays at 4:45 p.m. and Fridays and Saturdays at 8:35 p.m. The route will be operated by Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft.

Barcelona is a city of Gaudí’s art, seaside climate and energetic nightlife. From the majestic Sagrada Familia and colourful Park Güell to Montjuïc hill with its panoramic views of the city and sea, Barcelona offers countless attractions for tourists. Be sure to visit the famous La Barceloneta beach to admire magical sunsets right on the shores of the Mediterranean Sea. The city also enchants with its cuisine – tapas, fresh seafood and local wines create a real feast for the senses. Barcelona is a destination that brings together culture, architecture and a unique Mediterranean vibe.

Madrid – a city of art and architecture

LOT Polish Airlines will offer passengers six flights a week to the Spanish capital throughout the year. LO2161 flights will depart from Kraków Airport on Mondays and Wednesdays at 3:10 p.m., and on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays at 4:10 p.m. and on Fridays at 7:25. Aircraft operated by Poland’s national carrier will be taking off on their way home, as flight LO2162, on Mondays and Wednesdays at 7:35 p.m., on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays at 8:35 p.m., and on Fridays at 11:50 a.m. The route will be operated using comfortable and low-emissions Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft.

The capital of Spain enchants visitors with its blend of royal grandeur and modern metropolis. The city attracts art lovers from all over the world with its iconic museums, including the Prado and Reina Sofía. Picturesque squares such as Plaza Mayor and neighbourhoods full of cafés, tapas bars and shops create an unforgettable atmosphere of urban lifestyle. Madrid also offers an excellent base for exploring Spanish culture and traditions – from flamenco to local festivals, and its wide range of culinary and cultural offerings makes the Spanish capital one of the most popular tourist destinations in Europe.

Tickets for flights from Kraków Airport to Rome, Barcelona and Madrid are available via all of LOT’s sales channels, including the lot.com website, LOT Contact Centre and LOT Travel offices.

Check the new connections from Kraków!

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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