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LOT Polish Airlines connects Warsaw to Thessaloniki with daily flights from June 17, 2025. Explore Greece’s cultural gem with seamless travel and year-round service.
When most people think of Greece, Athens often comes to mind. However, 500 kilometers to the north lies another gem of the eastern Mediterranean—Thessaloniki. Starting June 17, 2025, LOT Polish Airlines, a long-standing member of Star Alliance for over two decades, will introduce Thessaloniki (SKG) to its global route network with daily flights from its hub in Warsaw.
To accommodate diverse passenger needs, LOT will offer two distinct departure schedules from Warsaw. On Sundays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, flights will depart at 9:40 AM, while on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays, flights are scheduled for 2:10 PM. The journey will take approximately 2 hours and 20 minutes.
Passengers will enjoy modern aircraft with the option to fly in LOT Business Class or LOT Economy Class, ensuring a comfortable and flexible travel experience.
New Thessaloniki Route Overview by LOT Polish Airlines:
- Sunday, Wednesday, Friday
- Flight LO 605: Departure from Warsaw at 9:40 AM, arrival in Thessaloniki at 12:55 PM (local time).
- Flight LO 606: Departure from Thessaloniki at 2:10 PM, arrival in Warsaw at 5:25 PM (local time).
- Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday
- Flight LO 607: Departure from Warsaw at 2:05 PM, arrival in Thessaloniki at 5:05 PM (local time).
- Flight LO 608: Departure from Thessaloniki at 6:25 PM, arrival in Warsaw at 7:45 PM (local time).
Traveling from India to Thessaloniki via LOT Polish Airlines (Example Summer 2025 Schedule):
- From Delhi (Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays):
- Flight LO 72: Departure from Delhi at 8:00 AM, connecting through Warsaw with a 1-hour 20-minute layover, and arrival in Thessaloniki at 5:25 PM (local time).
- Total travel time: 11 hours 55 minutes.
LOT will operate flights to Thessaloniki year-round. During the winter season, the frequency will be reduced to four flights per week: Sundays and Wednesdays with a morning departure from Warsaw at 9:45 AM, and Mondays and Thursdays with an afternoon departure at 2:05 PM.
“We are pursuing a sustainable growth strategy, particularly with regard to our route network. Accordingly, we are selecting new destinations that are of great interest for leisure and/or business purposes,” underlines Amit Ray, Director India, DACH Markets and Italy and Head of Global Corporate and Strategic Sales at LOT Polish Airlines. “After resuming our flight to Athens earlier this year, we are now proud to announce the new service to Thessaloniki, a destination not be underestimated, offering our Indian passengers even more choices when they travel across Europe”.
Thessaloniki, Greece’s second-largest city, stands as a prominent center for commerce, industry, and maritime activities. Beyond its urban significance, it serves as an ideal starting point to explore some of Greece’s most captivating cultural and historical landmarks, including the breathtaking monasteries of Meteora. Additionally, it offers easy access to the inviting beaches and scenic beauty of the Chalcidice region.
Thanks to LOT Polish Airlines, travelers from India can enjoy convenient daily nonstop flights to Warsaw. Departures are available from Delhi on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, and from Mumbai on Sundays and Wednesdays. From Warsaw, passengers have a wealth of seamless connections to destinations across Poland, Europe, and even North America, ensuring a smooth and versatile travel experience.
