Gdansk Lech Wałęsa Airport is a key international gateway located in northern Poland. As one of the country’s busiest regional airports, it serves the Tri-City area (Gdańsk, Gdynia, and Sopot) and the broader Pomeranian region.
Named after Nobel Peace Prize laureate and former Polish president Lech Wałęsa, the airport connects northern Poland with major European cities and beyond. With modern infrastructure, efficient public transport links, and growing passenger numbers, Gdańsk Airport plays a vital role in tourism, business, and international mobility across the Baltic region.
Location & How to Get There
Gdańsk Lech Wałęsa Airport is located in the Matarnia district, approximately 12 kilometers (7.5 miles) west of Gdańsk city centre. It serves as the main air gateway for the Tri-City area — Gdańsk, Gdynia, and Sopot — and the entire Pomeranian region.
Mode of Transport | Details | Travel Time |
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Distance from City Centre | Airport is about 12 km (≈7.5 mi) from Gdańsk Old Town | – |
Bus (No. 210) | Direct service from Gdańsk Główny (PKP) to airport, frequent runs 04:50–23:05 | ~40 min 🕒 |
SKM / PKM Train | PKM from Gdańsk Port Lotniczy to Wrzeszcz (connect to Gdańsk Główny via SKM) | ~30 min |
Taxi | Available outside terminals; metered or flat rates | ~17–20 min |
Bolt Ride-Hailing | Request via app; reliable, often cheaper than Uber | ~20 min |
Terminals and Structure of Gdańsk Airport
Feature | Description |
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Terminals | The airport consists of one main passenger terminal, divided into Terminal T1 (arrivals) and T2 (departures). |
T1 – Arrivals | Handles all international and domestic arrivals; located on the ground floor of the terminal. |
T2 – Departures | Used for check-in and departures; includes security control, passport checks, and duty-free zone. |
Terminal Connection | Both areas are part of the same integrated building, allowing easy indoor access between T1 and T2. |
Passenger Navigation | Clear signage in Polish and English; electronic displays, floor markings, and help desks. |
Accessibility | Fully equipped for passengers with reduced mobility; elevators, ramps, and accessible restrooms. |
Facilities | Includes shops, cafes, currency exchange, baggage services, VIP lounge, and free Wi-Fi. |
Airlines & Destinations
Airline | Destinations (selected examples) |
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Ryanair(base carrier) | Domestic: Warsaw, Kraków, Wrocław, Lublin, Rzeszów Europe: London (Stansted, Luton), Dublin, Edinburgh, Rome, Milan, Barcelona, Gothenburg, Alicante, Tenerife, Santorini, etc. |
Wizz Air(base carrier) | European routes: London Luton, Oslo, Dortmund, Budapest, Copenhagen, Helsinki, Milan Malpensa, Thessaloniki, Reykjavik, etc. |
LOT Polish Airlines | Domestic: Warsaw–Chopin, seasonal to Rzeszów International: Frankfurt, Munich, Paris, possibly others |
Jet2.com(seasonal) | UK destinations: Birmingham, Manchester, Newcastle, Bristol (starting late 2025) |
Lufthansa | Flights to Frankfurt and Munich (Star Alliance) |
KLM | Amsterdam (SkyTeam) |
SAS(Scandinavian Air) | Copenhagen (SkyTeam partner) |
Finnair | Helsinki |
Swiss | Zürich (Seasonal) |
Airport Services and Amenities
Service | Details |
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Shops & Duty-Free | Mini-markets for snacks & drinks in public area; Duty-Free offerings in departures (non-EU passengers) |
Food Courts & Cafés | A variety of dining options: cafés, sit-down restaurants, McDonald’s, So!Coffee; majority located in Schengen area |
Children’s Facilities | Baby changing rooms and a dedicated children’s play area available in the terminal |
Wi‑Fi & Connectivity | Free Wi‑Fi: 20-minute access initially, then unlimited after login via email/Facebook/Google |
Currency & ATMs | ATM machines and currency exchange/bureau de change in public areas |
VIP & Business Lounge | VIP lounge with business amenities available for hire |
Airport Parking: Types, Prices & Booking
Parking Area | Type | Price Example (1 day) | Pre‑Booking |
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Kiss & Fly | Short-stay (drop-off) | Up to 10 min: free; 20 min: 25 PLN; 60 min: 125 PLN; each extra started hour: +150 PLN | Available via airport website |
P1 (Short‑term) | Closest to terminal | 10 min: 4 PLN; 20 min: 8 PLN; 1 h: 20 PLN; each extra hour: 10 PLN | Yes (QR reservation/subscription) |
P3 (Short‑term) | Near terminals | 1 day: 50 PLN; 2 days: 75 PLN; 3 days: 100 PLN; then +10 PLN per day | Yes |
P4 / P5 (Long‑term) | Immediate access | 1 day: 50 PLN; 2 days: 75 PLN; 3 days: 100 PLN; then +10 PLN/day up to 28 days | Yes |
P6 (Economy) | Budget long‑stay | 1–4 days: 70 PLN/day; then gradually increasing by +10 PLN/day up to ~310 PLN for 28 days | Yes |
P7 / P8 (Low‑cost) | Cheapest, farther | P7: ~50 PLN/day (first 4 days), rising ~65–218 PLN by day 28; P8 similar | Yes |