LOT Polish Airlines Fleet: 787 Dreamliner, Aircraft and Seat Maps

LOT Polish Airlines flies Boeing 737 MAX 8, 737-800, 787-8 and 787-9 Dreamliners alongside Embraer E170/E175/E190/E195/E195-E2 regional jets. Airbus A220s join from 2027. Seat selection and extra baggage prices are dynamic  check Manage My Booking for live pricing rather than a fixed price list.

Choosing the right flight often comes down to one hidden factor: which aircraft is actually parked at the gate. LOT Polish Airlines, Poland’s flag carrier and one of the world’s oldest airlines, operates a genuinely mixed fleet, and the cabin you get can vary a lot between a short Embraer hop and a long-haul Dreamliner crossing.

What aircraft does LOT Polish Airlines fly?

LOT Polish Airlines operates American-built Boeing aircraft and Brazilian-built Embraer jets, with Airbus A220s joining from 2027. According to LOT’s official fleet page, the current lineup covers the Boeing 737 MAX 8, 737-800, 787-8 and 787-9 Dreamliner, plus Embraer E170, E175, E190, E195 and E195-E2 models.

LOT also uses wet-leased aircraft on specific routes. A Boeing 777-200 operated by EuroAtlantic flies Warsaw–New York JFK, and an Airbus A320 operated by HelloJets covers Tel Aviv flights LO155/LO156  details worth knowing if you’re trying to pin down your seat map in advance.

Third-party fleet-count sources don’t always agree with LOT’s own pages. AeroLOPA, a seat-map specialist site, lists slightly different per-variant aircraft counts than LOT’s official fleet pages, and older competitor roundups (such as a 2021 Simple Flying article citing just five 737 MAX 8s) are now well out of date. For the most current total fleet size, treat LOT’s own fleet and press pages as the authority rather than aggregator sites.

How is LOT Polish Airlines modernizing its fleet in 2026?

LOT Polish Airlines is in the middle of its biggest fleet renewal in years, backed by a record order for 55 aircraft with options for 40 more. Per LOT’s 2025 results summary, a total of 59 aircraft are set to join the carrier, pushing it toward one of the youngest fleets in Europe by the end of the decade.

Highlights from LOT’s own reporting:

• 11.7 million passengers carried in 2025, up 9.4% versus 2024
• All ordered Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft have now joined the fleet, with the redesigned cabin featuring USB-C chargers, mobile device holders and six-way adjustable headrests in a 3:3 layout
• Two additional Boeing 787-8 Dreamliners are expected to join the long-haul fleet in the last quarter of 2026
• New long-haul routes include San Francisco (launched May 2026) and Bangkok (planned for late 2026)
• LOT holds a Skytrax 4-star rating and was named Best Airline in Central Europe

What’s the difference between the LOT Polish 787-8 and 787-9 Dreamliner?

The Boeing 787-8 seats 252 passengers in three classes, while the larger 787-9 carries 294 across the same three cabins. Both LOT Polish 787 Dreamliner variants share the same Rolls-Royce engine family, composite airframe and cabin-comfort technology, but the 787-9 is longer, has greater range, and carries more Business and Premium Economy seats.

Choose the 787-9 if you want the newest Dreamliner cabin on the longest routes; the 787-8 is just as modern and flies many of the same destinations, so the practical difference for passengers is mainly seat count and legroom in a given cabin.

Both Dreamliner variants share LOT’s signature comfort features: cabin pressure equivalent to roughly 1,900 meters (versus about 2,400 meters on older jets), 8% more oxygen, electronically dimmable windows 30% larger than typical aircraft windows, and engines that run about 60% quieter than older long-haul jets. Families should note that LOT offers a free bassinet for children up to 12 kg and 75 cm on Dreamliner flights  request it through the Contact Center at least 24 hours before departure.

What does the Boeing 787-8 LOT Polish cabin actually offer?

The Boeing 787-8 LOT Polish Airlines cabin is built around three distinct classes: 18 Business, 21 Premium Economy and 213 Economy seats, all benefiting from the 787’s lower cabin altitude and improved air filtration. It’s LOT’s primary long-haul workhorse, flying to North America, Asia and the Middle East.

Beyond seat counts, the 787-8 cabin includes LED mood lighting, personal power sockets and USB ports at every seat, and roughly 50% composite materials in the airframe  which contributes to the smoother, less fatiguing ride passengers often report on long sectors. With eight 787-8s currently in the LOT Polish fleet, it remains one of the most common wide-body aircraft you’ll encounter on the airline’s flagship routes.

How does LOT Polish Airlines’ seat map and seat selection work?

LOT Polish Airlines divides Economy into three seat zones  Extra Legroom, Preferred, and Standard  with free seat selection guaranteed for Business, Premium Economy, and Miles & More HON Circle or Senator members. Economy passengers on Saver fares pay for any seat choice, while Standard and Flex fares unlock free selection in progressively more zones.

A few rules catch travelers out:

• LOT guarantees a seat category, not a specific seat number
• You can choose any available seat if you book at least 36 hours before departure; after that, only unoccupied seats are assignable, and at no charge
• Extra Legroom (exit row) seats aren’t available to passengers under 18, those not fluent in Polish or English, anyone traveling with an infant or pet, passengers with limited mobility, MEDIF cases, or pregnant travelers

LOT does not publish a fixed price table for seat selection  the fee is shown dynamically during booking or in Manage My Booking, based on route, fare, and timing. Third-party estimates (such as flat per-flight seat fees quoted by booking aggregators) are unverified and shouldn’t be treated as LOT’s actual pricing; always check your live fare before assuming a cost.

What is the Embraer E195-E2, and why does it matter for LOT’s regional network?

The Embraer E195-E2 is LOT Polish Airlines’ newest regional jet, delivering roughly 25% better fuel efficiency than the previous-generation E195 it’s gradually replacing. It seats 136 passengers in a 2+2 layout with no middle seats, a configuration regional travelers consistently rate as more comfortable than the traditional 3+2 single-aisle layout.

Interestingly, sources disagree on exactly how many E195-E2s LOT currently operates. LOT’s own fleet page states three aircraft as of the 2024 delivery announcement, while AeroLOPA’s seat-map database lists five. Given that LOT’s first E195-E2 arrived in July 2024 and deliveries have continued since, the higher third-party figure may reflect more recent additions that LOT’s static page hasn’t yet updated  but readers should treat the exact count as unconfirmed until LOT’s own page is refreshed.

When will Airbus A220s join the LOT Polish fleet?

Airbus A220 aircraft are scheduled to begin joining LOT Polish Airlines’ fleet in 2027, following a firm order for 40 aircraft  20 A220-100s and 20 A220-300s  signed at the 2025 Paris Air Show. These jets will form the backbone of LOT’s regional fleet, gradually replacing aging Embraer E-Jets.

LOT highlights several expected benefits once the A220s arrive:

• Roughly 25% lower fuel consumption per passenger than the aircraft they replace
• Pratt & Whitney PW1500G engines with reduced noise and emissions
• Recaro seats with device holders and 60W USB-C charging per passenger
• Larger windows and a more spacious cabin with bigger overhead bins

LOT Polish Airlines CEO Michał Fijoł has said the A220 order will help the carrier “compete effectively in European skies” while preparing for Poland’s planned Central Communication Port hub. Until deliveries begin in 2027, LOT’s regional network will continue running on its existing Embraer fleet.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many aircraft does LOT Polish Airlines currently operate?
LOT doesn’t publish one single, constantly updated total on a single page; its fleet pages confirm models in service (Boeing 737 MAX 8, 737-800, 787-8, 787-9; Embraer E170 through E195-E2), while a record order for 59 aircraft is underway. Check LOT’s official fleet page for the current per-model breakdown rather than relying on third-party totals.

Is the Boeing 787-8 or 787-9 more common in the LOT Polish fleet?
Both are well represented, with eight 787-8s and seven 787-9s according to LOT’s fleet pages. The 787-9 is marginally larger (294 seats vs. 252) and flies slightly longer routes, but both share the same engine family and cabin comfort technology.

Does LOT Polish Airlines charge for seat selection?
It depends on your fare. Business, Premium Economy, and Miles & More Senator/HON Circle members get free seat selection; Economy Saver fares require payment for any chosen seat, while Standard and Flex fares unlock free selection in specific zones.

What’s the maximum checked baggage weight on LOT Polish Airlines?
The standard limit before excess fees apply is 23 kg per bag on most Economy fares, with a hard cap of 32 kg per bag even after paying for excess weight. Maximum dimensions are 158 cm (height + width + depth combined).

Can I choose my exact seat number on LOT Polish Airlines?
No  LOT guarantees a seat category or zone, not a specific seat number, though you can select any available seat if you book at least 36 hours before departure.

When do Airbus A220s join the LOT Polish fleet?
Deliveries are scheduled to begin in 2027, following a firm order for 40 A220s signed in June 2025. They’ll gradually replace older Embraer E-Jets on regional routes.

How many seats does the Embraer E195-E2 have?
136 seats in a 2+2 layout with no middle seats, according to LOT’s E195-E2 fleet page. Aircraft count figures vary by source  LOT states three as of 2024, while third-party trackers list five.

Are exit-row seats available to everyone on LOT Polish Airlines?
No. Extra Legroom exit-row seats exclude passengers under 18, those not fluent in Polish or English, travelers with infants or pets, passengers with limited mobility or MEDIF status, and pregnant passengers.

Is it cheaper to buy extra baggage online or at the airport with LOT Polish Airlines?
Online, in advance, is consistently cheaper  LOT itself states that airport prices are always the highest. Exact fees are route- and fare-dependent and shown live in Manage My Booking rather than on a fixed price list.

Which wet-leased aircraft might I fly on with LOT Polish Airlines?
On the Warsaw–New York JFK route, LOT uses a Boeing 777-200 operated by EuroAtlantic; on select Tel Aviv flights (LO155/LO156), an Airbus A320 operated by HelloJets is used instead of LOT’s mainline fleet.