LOT Polish Airlines Begins Flying Its New Nonstop San Francisco Route Today

Updated: June 12, 2026, 7:30am CDT

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San Francisco Becomes LOT’s Sixth U.S. Destination
Final Thoughts

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San Franciscans now have another nonstop option to Europe, as LOT Polish Airlines has begun flying its nonstop route to Warsaw.

The new route gives Bay Area flyers and those connecting through the hub a new gateway to Central and Eastern Europe.

Here’s what you should know about this exciting new route.

San Francisco Becomes LOT’s Sixth U.S. Destination

LOT Polish Airlines has expanded its U.S. footprint with its new seasonal route linking Warsaw (WAW) and San Francisco (SFO), which took off for the first time today, May 6, 2026. San Francisco has become the carrier’s sixth U.S. destination, joining Chicago (ORD), Los Angeles (LAX), Miami (MIA), New York (JFK), and Newark (EWR).

The new route operates 4 times per week on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays with the following schedule:

Thursdays and Sundays

Depart Warsaw (WAW) 11:15 a.m. — Arrive San Francisco (SFO) 1:50 p.m.
Depart San Francisco (SFO) 3:50 p.m. — Arrive Warsaw (WAW) 12:05 p.m. (+1)

Wednesdays and Saturdays

Depart Warsaw (WAW) 5:40 p.m. — Arrive San Francisco (SFO) 8:15 p.m.
Depart San Francisco (SFO) 10:15 p.m. — Arrive Warsaw (WAW) 6:30 p.m. (+1)

The flight covers just under 5,900 miles, and flying time is just about 11.5 hours in each direction. LOT will use its Boeing 787 Dreamliner fleet for the route, primarily the smaller 787-8, which includes 18 fully flat business-class seats in a 2-2-2 layout, 21 premium economy seats, and 213 economy seats.

LOT Polish 787 Business Class — Image Credit: LOT Polish Airlines

The business class product isn’t the flashiest, but the layout can be great for couples or anyone who prefers a more open cabin feel. Given that LOT is a Star Alliance carrier operating out of a major United hub, travelers can expect easy onward connections from SFO, making the new route especially convenient for summer travel.

Hot Tip:

If you want to try LOT’s Dreamliner business class, you can book the new San Francisco route for as few as 70,000 Aeroplan points or 88,000 United MileagePlus miles one-way. Snagging a lie-flat seat to Europe from the West Coast at this rate is an exceptional value, especially during the busy summer season.

Final Thoughts

LOT Polish Airlines’ new San Francisco–Warsaw flights bring a welcome new nonstop option for West Coast travelers heading to Europe. With its convenient Star Alliance connectivity, Dreamliner comfort, and potentially strong award availability, it’s a route worth keeping an eye on for your summer travels.