# Poznań-Ławica Airport (POZ)

> Poznań, PL · 5 km (3.1 mi) west of Poznań city centre

Web: https://airport.flights/airport/poz
JSON: https://airport.flights/api/airport/poz.json

## Facts

- **IATA**: POZ
- **ICAO**: EPPO
- **Timezone**: Europe/Warsaw
- **Runways**: 1
- **Terminals**: 1
- **Passengers**: .00278M/yr
- **Official site**: https://poznanairport.pl/

## Overview

## Welcome

Poznań-Ławica Airport (POZ) offers a unique blend of modernity and efficiency, reminiscent of a regional airfield fused with contemporary infrastructure. Just 3.1 miles west of Poznań city center, its compact nature ensures that travelers experience short walks and swift transitions, even when handling Ryanair's busy schedule. For locals, it's almost simpler than boarding a bus, and with minimal baggage, you can be on bus 159 to the city in a mere 10–15 minutes.

## At a glance

This single-terminal airport handles approximately 278,000 passengers annually. Major airlines like LOT Polish Airlines, Ryanair, and Wizz Air operate here, connecting passengers to popular destinations such as Warsaw, Frankfurt, and London.

## Terminals & layout

With only one terminal, Poznań-Ławica is incredibly straightforward navigationally. Its small size ensures that even on peak days, navigating the terminal or passing through security is less daunting than other larger Polish airports like Warsaw Chopin (WAW) or Kraków Airport (KRK). Despite occasional congestion when multiple flights depart simultaneously, the generally smooth flow and quick access make up for any brief hold-ups.

## Getting to and from the city

For those heading into central Poznań, public transportation is a reliable option. Bus line 159 offers the fastest and most frequent service, taking approximately 25 minutes to reach the city center for around 10 PLN. The night bus 222 services travelers at the airport for flights arriving or departing during off-peak hours. Taxis operate with a fare ranging between 70-100 PLN, with the ride into the city averaging 20–30 minutes, depending on traffic.

## Traveller essentials

Security and check-in can back up when several low-cost flights coincide, so allow extra time during peak hours. For car hire, it's advisable to pre-book as walk-up services might be unstaffed at times. Daily parking rates range from 40 PLN for Remote Parking up to 160 PLN for Valet Parking, which many find steep. The airport Wi-Fi may falter when the terminal is crowded, prompting savvy travelers to preload essential information or use a local data plan.

## Dining & shopping highlights

Dining is functional rather than extravagant at POZ. Options like the Flying Bar, So Coffee, and the Snack Bar offer basic sustenance rather than full meals. If you're looking for more hearty dining, it's better to eat in the city. As for shopping, you can find essentials at outlets such as Baltona Duty Free and the Pharmacy Point in Terminal 1.

## Lounges

For a more relaxed atmosphere, travelers can use the Priority Pass Lounge at a fee of €30. There are also regional Business Executive Lounges, one of which is tailored for non-Schengen flights, offering a quieter place to rest outside the bustling terminal environment.

## Insider tips

Poznań-Ławica's cozy layout simplifies many things, yet there are nuances only seasoned travelers might know. Here are some tips to enhance your next visit:

- **Insider:** Sit at the front and use the forward stairs to minimize exit time—arrivals are swift at Poznań.

- **Time:** Bus 159 is efficient and affordable for reaching Poznań Główny.

- **Avoid:** Expecting a feast—eat in the city before arriving.

- **Money:** Parking is pricy—opt for Remote Parking at 40 PLN/day for better value.

- **Quiet:** Head to the far end of the Schengen pier for a calmer waiting area.

- **Local:** Explore Jeżyce for a café experience during layovers.

## Terminals (1)

- **Terminal 1** — LOT Polish Airlines, Ryanair, Wizz Air
  Terminal 1 is the main terminal at Poznań Airport.

## Dining (9)

- **Beer Bar**
- **Business Executive Lounge** — 1 · Lounge · Comfort
- **Café in Arrivals Hall** — 1
- **Flying Bar**
- **Food Court Bistro**
- **Free Wi-Fi** — 1 · Service · Connectivity
- **Panorama Bar**
- **Snack Bar near Gates** — 1
- **So Coffee** — 1 · $$

## Lounges (4)

- **Business Executive Lounge** — 2 · Schengen, airline/paid access
- **Business Executive Lounge Non-Schengen** — 2 · Non-Schengen, airline/paid access
- **Business Lounge** — 1 · Business Class Pass, Lounge Membership
- **Priority Pass Lounge** — 1 · Priority Pass, Day pass · €30

## Shops (12)

- **ATM Zone** — 1
- **Baltona** — 1
- **Baltona Duty Free** — 1 · Duty Free
- **Car Rental Desks** — 1
- **Currency Exchange Kiosk** — 1
- **Inmedio** — 1
- **Pharmacy Point** — 1
- **Relay** — 1
- **Souvenir Shop** — 1
- **Tourist Information Point** — 1
- **Travel Essentials Kiosk** — 1
- **ZOOM** — 1 · Travel Essentials

## Parking (11)

- **Bus Parking** — Coach bays · .null /hr
- **Employee Parking** — Restricted · .null /hr
- **Kiss&Fly** — Short stay · 5 PLN/hr · 30 meters from terminal
- **Long Stay P6** — Long stay · 80 PLN/day, .null /hr · 0.5 mi
- **P2** — Short-stay · .null /hr
- **P3** — Long-stay · .null /hr
- **P4** — Economy · .null /hr
- **P5** — Economy · .null /hr
- **Remote Parking** — Remote · 40 PLN/day · 1 mi
- **Short Stay P1** — Short stay · 140 PLN/day, 15 PLN/hr · next to terminal
- **Valet Parking** — Valet · 160 PLN/day, .null /hr · next to terminal

## Ground transport (13)

- **Airport–City Shuttle** — Bus · :null},
- **Airport Taxi Rank** — Taxi · ≈10 min to central Poznań (rank taxis have same distance as any taxi from POZ) · :null},
- **Bus 148** — Public bus · :null},
- **Bus 159** — Public bus · :null},
- **Kiss&Fly Zone** — Other · 15 minutes · Free for 15 minutes, 10 PLN for up to 20 minutes · :null},
  Free for short stays, ideal for quick drop-offs.
- **Local Taxi Companies** — Taxi · ≈10 min to central Poznań · :null},
- **Long-term Car Park** — Other · From 140 PLN for 1 day · :null},
  Ideal for extended stays.
- **Night Bus 222** — Public bus · :null},
- **Public Bus Service** — Bus · 30-40 minutes · Approx. 10 PLN · Every 30 minutes
  Connects to various city locations.
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- **Rideshare Services** — Rideshare · 20-30 minutes · Variable · On‑demand via apps; cars typically available within a few minutes per Google Maps/ride‑hail coverage in Poznań
  Use rideshare apps for convenience.
- **Rideshare Pickup Zone** — Rideshare · ≈10–15 min to central Poznań including typical pickup time · On‑demand via apps; vehicles generally available most hours according to app coverage seen in Google Maps
- **Taxi Service** — Taxi · 20-30 minutes · Approx. 70-100 PLN · :null},
  Available 24/7 at the airport.

## Insider tips

- _Insider_: Sit at the front and use the forward stairs to minimize exit time—arrivals are swift at Poznań.
- _Time_: Bus 159 is efficient and affordable for reaching Poznań Główny.
- _Avoid_: Expecting a feast—eat in the city before arriving.
- _Money_: Parking is pricy—opt for Remote Parking at 40 PLN/day for better value.
- _Quiet_: Head to the far end of the Schengen pier for a calmer waiting area.
- _Local_: Explore Jeżyce for a café experience during layovers.