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Katowice Wojciech Korfanty Airport

Katowice, Poland · Europe

Solid regional low-cost airport with clear layout but limited amenities and no rail connection.

Airportist Score

7.2/ 10

Passengers

~6M (2025 record)

Security

18 min

Nearby airports

Other airports within about 150 km.

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Katowice Wojciech Korfanty Airport

Katowice, Poland · Europe

Solid regional low-cost airport with clear layout but limited amenities and no rail connection.

Airportist Score

7.2/ 10

Passengers

~6M (2025 record)

Security

18 min

11 photos

A wide daytime view of Katowice International Airport in Pyrzowice showing the terminal buildings, apron, and surrounding airfield. — Photo: Zygmunt Put Zetpe0202
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The bright, open passenger hall inside Katowice Airport with seating areas, signage, and travelers moving through the terminal. — Photo: Ranjithsiji
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A row of check-in counters in Terminal B at Katowice Airport with airline desks and the departures hall stretching behind them. — Photo: Adam Dziura
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The Pyrzowice Lotnisko railway station platform and station building beside the tracks that serve Katowice Airport. — Photo: Therud
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The exterior facade of Terminal A at Katowice Airport seen from the forecourt, with entrance doors and drop-off area in front. — Photo: Filips3
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The departure waiting area in Terminal A with passenger seating in the foreground and check-in counters visible deeper in the hall. — Photo: Adam Dziura
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Rows of parked cars in the main outdoor parking lot in front of Katowice-Pyrzowice Airport on a summer day. — Photo: Anass Sedrati
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A view from a passenger airport bus after landing, showing the terminal, ramp equipment, and service vehicles on the apron. — Photo: GiovanniPen
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Katowice Airport terminal buildings and airfield lighting glowing against a dark night sky. — Photo: Frees
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The long, modern Terminal B building at Katowice Airport viewed from outside along the access road. — Photo: Adam Dziura
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A covered passenger boarding ramp at Terminal B with a motorized downward ramp and stairs for aircraft access. — Photo: Jim.henderson
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Most important tips

Know before you go

A compact traveler cheat sheet for timing, terminals, food, and disruption checks.

Timing

Arrive 2 hours early for Schengen, 2.5 for Non-Schengen

Security queues can spike with charter and low-cost peaks.

Fast Track opens 04:00-22:00 and cuts waits significantly.

Terminal

Check your departure terminal before security

A for Non-Schengen, B for Schengen; arrivals all use C.

Terminals are connected by short indoor walks—no shuttle needed.

Food

Landside options beat airside variety

Grab better value meals before security in the main hall.

Airside is limited to basic snacks and one or two cafes.

Status

Star Alliance Gold gets lounge + fast track in A only

Terminal B lounge no longer accepts Priority Pass or Lounge Key.

Unlimited free access for qualifying Star Alliance passengers in Terminal A.

Live airport status

Current operations

Guide quick facts

Pulled from the editorial markdown guide for KTW.

Updated Jul 10, 2026

Single building with Terminals A (Non-Schengen departures), B (Schengen departures), C (arrivals)
Main airlines: Wizz Air, Ryanair, LOT, Enter Air
No Priority Pass access to Terminal B lounge or fast track from Jan 2026
Fast Track available in both A and B
30 km north of Katowice city center
Expansion program ongoing through 2032

5 official sources

Airportist Score Breakdown

Comfort6.8

Navigation8.1

Food6.5

Transport7.4

Disruption resilience7.2

Key Stats

Annual passengers

~6M (2025 record)

Terminals

3 active (A/B departures, C arrivals)

On-time departures

78%

Avg security

18 min

Best For

Low-cost carriersQuick connectionsEasy terminal navigation

Watch Out For

No Priority Pass in Terminal BLimited airside diningBus-only city access

Nearby airports

Other airports within about 150 km.

11 photos

Most important tips

Know before you go

A compact traveler cheat sheet for timing, terminals, food, and disruption checks.

Timing

Arrive 2 hours early for Schengen, 2.5 for Non-Schengen

Security queues can spike with charter and low-cost peaks.

Fast Track opens 04:00-22:00 and cuts waits significantly.

Terminal

Check your departure terminal before security

A for Non-Schengen, B for Schengen; arrivals all use C.

Terminals are connected by short indoor walks—no shuttle needed.

Food

Landside options beat airside variety

Grab better value meals before security in the main hall.

Airside is limited to basic snacks and one or two cafes.

Status

Star Alliance Gold gets lounge + fast track in A only

Terminal B lounge no longer accepts Priority Pass or Lounge Key.

Unlimited free access for qualifying Star Alliance passengers in Terminal A.

Live airport status

Current operations

Guide quick facts

Pulled from the editorial markdown guide for KTW.

Updated Jul 10, 2026

Single building with Terminals A (Non-Schengen departures), B (Schengen departures), C (arrivals)
Main airlines: Wizz Air, Ryanair, LOT, Enter Air
No Priority Pass access to Terminal B lounge or fast track from Jan 2026
Fast Track available in both A and B
30 km north of Katowice city center
Expansion program ongoing through 2032

5 official sources

Airportist Score Breakdown

Comfort6.8

Navigation8.1

Food6.5

Transport7.4

Disruption resilience7.2

Key Stats

Annual passengers

~6M (2025 record)

Terminals

3 active (A/B departures, C arrivals)

On-time departures

78%

Avg security

18 min

Best For

Low-cost carriersQuick connectionsEasy terminal navigation

Watch Out For

No Priority Pass in Terminal BLimited airside diningBus-only city access