Katowice Airport (KTW) – Traveling By Plane

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Airport Name: Katowice Airport (KTW)
Location: Pyrzowice, near Katowice, Silesian Voivodeship, Poland
Map: Google Maps Link
Contact Information:
- Phone: +48 32 392 72 00
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: www.katowice-airport.com

Founding Year: 1940
Development Timeline:
- 1940: Airport opens as a military airfield
- 1966: Converted to a civilian airport
- 2007: Major terminal expansion and modernization
Significant Events:
- 2019: Record passenger traffic of over 4.8 million
- 2020: Adaptations and improvements in response to the COVID-19 pandemic

Passenger Services:
- Lounges: Business Lounge
- Wi-Fi: Free unlimited Wi-Fi available throughout the airport
- Baggage Services: Lost & Found, baggage wrapping, and storage
Shopping and Dining:
- Shops: Duty-free, local Polish products, and international brands
- Restaurants: Coffee Corner, Bistro Express, Sphinx, and more
Transportation:
- Public Transport: Buses, taxis
- Car Rentals: Avis, Hertz, Europcar, Sixt
- Parking: Short-term and long-term parking options
- Shuttles: Hotel shuttles and city shuttles available
Accessibility: Services for passengers with reduced mobility, accessible restrooms, dedicated assistance teams

Terminal Information:
- Terminal A: Serves non-Schengen flights
- Terminal B: Serves Schengen flights
- Terminal C: Serves arrivals
Airport Layout Map: Interactive Map

Airlines: Ryanair, Wizz Air, LOT Polish Airlines, Lufthansa, TUI Airways, and many more
Destinations: Over 100 destinations worldwide including London, Frankfurt, Amsterdam, and Warsaw
Flight Status: Real-time Flight Status

Check-In Procedures: Check-in counters open 2-3 hours before departure; online check-in available
Security: Comprehensive security procedures; separate lines for families and business travelers
Customs and Immigration: Passport control for non-Schengen flights, customs checks for arriving international passengers

On-Site Hotels:
- Moxy Katowice Airport
Nearby Hotels:
- Hotel Iskra by Katowice Airport
- DeSilva Inn Katowice Airport
- Hotel Wilga by Katowice Airport

Lounge Access:
- Business Lounge: Access with Priority Pass membership, or for a fee
Lounge Amenities: Complimentary food and beverages, Wi-Fi, workstations, relaxation areas

Business Centers: Available in the Business Lounge with workstations and meeting rooms
Meeting Rooms: Available at nearby hotels such as Moxy Katowice Airport

Passenger Traffic: Approximately 4.8 million passengers annually (pre-COVID)
Flight Operations: Over 40,000 flight movements annually
Cargo: Handles over 20,000 tons of cargo annually

Upcoming Projects: Expansion plans including new terminal developments and increased capacity
Renovation Plans: Ongoing upgrades to terminal interiors, security, and passenger facilities

Reviews and Ratings: Generally positive reviews highlighting efficient operations and extensive facilities
Travel Blogs and Stories:
- Travel Blog Example 1
- Travel Blog Example 2

Images:
- Exterior view of the terminal complex
- Interior shots of check-in areas, lounges, and dining options
- Aircraft on the tarmac