New Destination: LOT Polish Airlines Connects Lyon to Warsaw with Direct Flights from Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport

LOT Polish Airlines announces the opening of the Lyon-Warsaw route. The new line from the Polish national airline will take off starting September 30 and will operate six times a week—Monday to Friday and Sunday, throughout both summer and winter. On Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays, flight LO345 will depart from Warsaw at 8:10 AM, with the return flight LO346 leaving Lyon at 11:20 AM. On Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays, flight LO347 will depart Warsaw at 4:00 PM, and flight LO348 will leave Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport at 7:10 PM. Passengers will travel on Embraer 195 aircraft, and the flight will take approximately 2 hours and 20 minutes.

This new Lyon-Warsaw route meets the growing demand for direct connections between Poland and central-eastern France. It will allow Polish tourists to explore the attractions of Lyon and its region, including the Alps for winter sports enthusiasts.

Lyon, a dynamic economic center, is undoubtedly an attractive destination for business expansion. Its unique history, remarkable cultural monuments, and cinematic heritage offer much to tourists. Direct flights to Lyon are also an excellent option for winter sports enthusiasts—within 2.5 hours from Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport, they can enjoy the stunning ski slopes of the Three Valleys Alps, says Michał Fijoł, CEO of LOT Polish Airlines.

A trip to Warsaw, the capital of Poland : For residents of the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, Warsaw offers an exceptional opportunity to delve into Polish history, enjoy a vibrant cultural scene, and explore a rapidly growing metropolis. Its Old Town, Stare Miasto, completely rebuilt after World War II, is now a UNESCO World Heritage site, notable for its colorful houses and lively squares hosting markets with a variety of Polish specialties. The meticulously reconstructed Royal Castle reflects the city's history and opens onto the Royal Route, a promenade lined with cafes, museums, churches, and palaces. Lastly, the Praga district, with its numerous art galleries and museums, offers an artistic and bohemian atmosphere typical of Polish culture.

We are delighted to welcome LOT, the Polish national airline known for its quality service, to Lyon Airport, connecting our region to Warsaw. A major tourist, economic, and academic capital, Warsaw is also a key hub to Northern Europe and Asia, further enhancing Lyon's connectivity, says Pierre Grosmaire, Commercial and Marketing Director of Lyon Airport.

Tickets for flights from Lyon to Warsaw are available through all usual sales channels, including lot.com, starting July 10, 2024.

About LOT Polish Airlines :

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 USA, Canada, China, Japan, and South Korea. The Polish carrier has steadily increased the number of flights to these destinations, 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. In the skies since 1929, the Polish carrier is the 12th oldest airline in the world and one of the most recognized Polish brands internationally.

About Lyon Airport :

Lyon Airport manages the operations of Lyon-Saint Exupéry for commercial aviation and Lyon-Bron, the 3rd largest business aviation airport in France. As the leading airport in the VINCI Airports network in France, with nearly 9 million passengers in 2022, Lyon-Saint Exupéry offers 120 direct destinations in 2023 and is connected to major international hubs. The airport provides modern infrastructure, operational excellence for airlines, and an innovation strategy focused on a high-quality passenger experience (VINCI Airports network center of excellence). Certified at Level 4+ of ACA (Airport Carbon Accreditation), ISO 14001, and ISO 50001, Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport develops with full control over its environmental impact. www.lyonaeroports.com

About VINCI Airports :

As the world's leading private airport operator, VINCI Airports manages 72 airports in 13 countries. With its comprehensive expertise, VINCI Airports develops, finances, builds, and operates airports, bringing its investment capacity and know-how to optimize operational performance, modernize infrastructure, and lead their environmental transition. VINCI Airports was the first airport operator to implement an international environmental strategy in 2016, aiming for net zero emissions across its network by 2050. For more information: www.vinci-airports.com