LOT Polish Airlines has launched direct flights from Warsaw to Almaty, giving travellers a new non-stop link to Kazakhstan‘s largest city. The route began on 31 May 2026 and opens up a destination that has long sat outside the main European tourism map.
Almaty sits at the foot of the Tien Shan mountains and is drawing growing interest from business travellers, tourists and digital nomads. For many passengers, the service offers their first easy chance to explore a modern Central Asian metropolis with strong regional ties and mountain scenery nearby.
The new connection marks another step in LOT’s international network expansion. It also strengthens access between Poland and Kazakhstan at a time when the wider region is attracting more attention from visitors looking beyond traditional European city breaks.
Almaty is the former capital of Kazakhstan and remains the country’s largest city. It is known for its mix of Soviet-era architecture, modern business districts and access to outdoor activities, including hiking and skiing in the surrounding mountains.
The launch comes as airlines continue to look for long-haul and medium-haul routes that connect Central and Eastern Europe with fast-growing markets across Asia. Direct flights can cut journey times and make trips easier for both leisure and business travellers.
For travellers from Poland and other parts of Europe, the new route adds another option for reaching Kazakhstan without a transfer. It also gives Almaty a stronger presence in the global travel market, where lesser-known destinations are increasingly competing for international visitors.
LOT did not provide further details in the source text on frequency, aircraft type or fares. But the start of service on 31 May gives the route a clear place in the airline’s current network strategy.
Travel demand for the wider region has been rising as more visitors seek new city breaks and nature-focused itineraries. Almaty’s location near major mountain ranges makes it attractive to travellers who want both urban attractions and easy access to the outdoors.
The opening of the route may also support local tourism and business links. Direct air services often help smaller or less familiar destinations gain visibility among international travellers and corporate markets.
