LOT Polish Airlines Baggage Policy (2026)

Last updated: April 2026 · Source: LOT Polish Airlines official website

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Quick Answer

LOT Polish Airlines allows 1 carry-on bag (8 kg) and 1 personal item (2 kg) for free. Checked baggage is not included in Economy Saver fares, but Economy Standard includes at least 1 free checked bag (23 kg).

Carry-On Baggage

Carry-On Size	55x40x23 cm, 8 kg max
Personal Item	1 personal item: 40x35x12 cm, 2 kg max. Includes handbag, small backpack, or laptop bag.

Checked Baggage Fees

Item	Fee / Details
Included Bags	Economy Saver: 0 bags. Economy Standard/Flex: 1 bag (23 kg). Premium Economy: 2 bags (23 kg each). Business: 2 or 3 bags (32 kg each) depending on route.
1st Checked Bag	$21-$45 USD depending on route (e.g., $21 domestic/short-haul, $45 long-haul)
2nd Checked Bag	$45 USD for domestic, $77 USD for Europe, $120 USD for long-haul
Overweight Fee	$45 USD for domestic, $77 USD for Europe, $120 USD for long-haul (for bags 23-32 kg)
Oversized Fee	$90 USD for domestic/short-haul, $154 USD for Europe, $240 USD for long-haul (for bags over 158 cm and overweight)
Max Weight	32 kg per bag
Max Dimensions	158 cm linear (L+W+H)

International Baggage Rules

Long-haul flights (e.g., USA/Canada to Europe) include 1 free checked bag (23 kg) in Economy Standard. Flights to Japan/China/India may have increased allowances (e.g., 2 bags in Economy Standard).

Special Items

Sports Equipment

Free if within standard baggage allowance. If exceeding allowance: $15-$140 USD depending on route and equipment type (e.g., golf/ski equipment is $15-$140 USD, windsurf/kayak is $30-$300 USD).

Musical Instruments

Small instruments (violins, ukuleles) allowed as carry-on if within 55x40x23 cm. Larger instruments (cello, guitar) require purchasing an extra seat (max 75 kg). Checked instruments must be within 158 cm and 200 cm length.

Tips to Avoid Baggage Fees

1Purchase extra baggage online at least 12 hours before departure to save up to 20%.
2Book Economy Standard instead of Saver if you need a checked bag.
3Join Miles & More (Frequent Traveller or higher) for extra baggage allowances.

Did You Know?

LOT Polish Airlines has a strict 2 kg weight limit for personal items, which is unusually low. They also offer a 'Bag Delivery' service in Warsaw for 111 PLN to deliver baggage directly to your location.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does LOT Polish Airlines charge for checked bags?▼

LOT Polish Airlines charges $21-$45 USD depending on route (e.g., $21 domestic/short-haul, $45 long-haul) for the first checked bag and $45 USD for domestic, $77 USD for Europe, $120 USD for long-haul for the second bag.

What is LOT Polish Airlines's carry-on bag size limit?▼

LOT Polish Airlines carry-on allowance: 55x40x23 cm, 8 kg max. 1 personal item: 40x35x12 cm, 2 kg max. Includes handbag, small backpack, or laptop bag.

Does LOT Polish Airlines include free checked bags in economy?▼

No, LOT Polish Airlines does not include free checked bags in basic economy. Economy Saver: 0 bags. Economy Standard/Flex: 1 bag (23 kg). Premium Economy: 2 bags (23 kg each). Business: 2 or 3 bags (32 kg each) depending on route.

What is LOT Polish Airlines's overweight baggage fee?▼

$45 USD for domestic, $77 USD for Europe, $120 USD for long-haul (for bags 23-32 kg)

Can I bring sports equipment on LOT Polish Airlines?▼

Free if within standard baggage allowance. If exceeding allowance: $15-$140 USD depending on route and equipment type (e.g., golf/ski equipment is $15-$140 USD, windsurf/kayak is $30-$300 USD).

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LOT Polish Airlines Baggage Policy (2026)

Quick Answer

Carry-On Baggage

Checked Baggage Fees

International Baggage Rules

Special Items

Sports Equipment

Musical Instruments

Tips to Avoid Baggage Fees

Did You Know?

Frequently Asked Questions

More LOT Polish Airlines Information

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