10 January 2025
The LOT Polish Airlines Business Lounge in Chicago
Passengers traveling from Chicago via Warsaw to Rome, Milan or Venice can take advantage of the new ground facility before boarding the flight
At Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), LOT Polish Airlines, part of the Star Alliance network, has opened its first international business lounge in Terminal 5, near the boarding gates and just after security. The new 617 sqm lounge welcomes passengers every day from 7:00 a.m. to midnight.
The LOT Polish Airlines Business Lounge in Chicago Copyright © LOT Polish Airlines Press
The Chicago lounge reflects a contemporary design that incorporates distinctive elements of Polish tradition, such as the use of amber-colored materials. Its rooms, divided into three areas, can accommodate up to 167 people and are designed to offer relaxation, productivity and gastronomic pleasure. On-site amenities include high-speed Wi-Fi for streaming or video conferencing, showers, automatic blackout windows, and a wide culinary selection, including vegetarian, vegan, and halal options. In addition, the windows offer a panoramic view of the airport apron.
The LOT Polish Airlines Business Lounge in Chicago Copyright © LOT Polish Airlines Press
For more than 50 years, Chicago has been a hotspot for LOT Polish Airlines' global network, which, in 2023 alone, carried more than 250,000 passengers between Poland and Chicago. Passengers travelling to Rome, Milan or Venice on flights via Warsaw can now benefit from this new facility before boarding a LOT Boeing 787 Dreamliner flight.
Exclusive access for Star Alliance travellers
The new LOT Business Lounge in Chicago is reserved for LOT Polish Airlines Business Class passengers, guests with Star Alliance Gold status travelling on international flights and Miles & More members with Frequent Traveller (FTL) status departing from Chicago to Warsaw, regardless of booking class.
The LOT Polish Airlines Business Lounge in Chicago Copyright © LOT Polish Airlines Press
LOT Polish Airlines connects Europe with the world, operating direct flights to destinations in the United States, Canada, China, Japan, South Korea and India. Its long-haul flights are carried out with Boeing 787 Dreamliners, among the most advanced wide-body aircraft in the world. With a history dating back to 1929, LOT is the 12th oldest airline in the world, as well as an internationally recognized symbol of Poland and operates from its Hub at Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW).
By Avion Tourism Magazine Editorial Staff
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