Gdansk Airport — Basic Facts
Gdansk Lech Walesa Airport (IATA: GDN, ICAO: EPGD) is located in the Rębiechowo district, approximately 12 km from Gdansk city centre. It is the third busiest airport in Poland after Warsaw and Kraków, handling approximately 5–6 million passengers annually. The terminal operates 24 hours a day.
Address and Contact
- Address: ul. Słowackiego 200, 80-298 Gdańsk, Poland
- Phone: +48 58 348 11 63
- Website: airport.gdansk.pl
- Terminal open: 24 hours
Terminal Layout
Gdansk Airport has a single integrated passenger terminal combining the Schengen zone (Terminal A) and non-Schengen/charter zone (Terminal B). Following major renovations completed in 2019, the terminal is modern, well-signposted and easy to navigate.
Departures
- Level 2: check-in desks, baggage drop, security screening
- Schengen security gate (for EU/Schengen flights)
- Non-Schengen security gate (for UK, Ukraine etc.)
- Duty-free shops after security (landside: limited, airside: full range)
- Cafés and fast food restaurants (McDonald's, coffee bars)
Arrivals
- Level 0 (ground floor): baggage reclaim, arrivals exit
- Currency exchange and ATMs near the exit
- Tourist information desk
- Taxi rank and private transfer pick-up zone (outside, left of exit)
- Car rental desks: Hertz, Avis, Enterprise, Sixt, Europcar
Parking at Gdansk Airport
| Car park | Distance to terminal | Daily rate | Pre-booking |
|---|---|---|---|
| P1 (short-stay) | Directly adjacent | ~75–100 PLN | Not required |
| P2 (long-stay) | 5-min walk | ~45–60 PLN | Online discount |
| P3 (budget) | Shuttle bus | ~25–35 PLN | Online discount |
| P4 (VIP) | Directly adjacent | ~120–150 PLN | Required |
Pre-booking parking online can save up to 30%. Strongly recommended during summer peak season (July–August).
Transport from Gdansk Airport to the City
Private Transfer (ShuttleHero)
Your driver waits at arrivals with a name sign. Travel time to Gdansk city centre: 20–30 minutes. Fixed price from 99 PLN for up to 4 passengers. Flight tracking included — your driver knows about delays before you land.
Taxi
Licensed taxi rank at the main terminal exit (ground floor, left side). Use licensed operators (iTaxi, Taxi Gdańsk). Do not accept offers from unlicensed drivers inside the terminal. Cost to city centre: 65–95 PLN.
City Bus (Route 210)
Stop at terminal exit (ground floor, right side). Frequency: every 20–30 minutes during daytime. Journey to Gdansk Central Station: approximately 45–55 minutes. Ticket: 4–5 PLN. No night services.
Car Rental
All major rental companies have desks at ground level near baggage reclaim. Online pre-booking significantly cheaper than walk-up rates.
Shops and Restaurants in the Terminal
- Duty-free (perfumes, alcohol, tobacco, electronics) — airside only
- Empik — press, books, travel accessories
- McDonald's — landside (Level 2) and airside
- Coffee shops and sandwich bars — both landside and airside
- Pharmacy — Level 2
- Currency exchange — Level 0 and 2
Check-in and Security — How Early Should You Arrive?
- Domestic and Schengen flights: arrive minimum 90 minutes before departure
- Non-Schengen flights (UK, Ukraine etc.): arrive minimum 2 hours before departure
- Online check-in (if available): close no later than 24 hours before flight
- Checked baggage: drop no later than 45 minutes before departure
Business Lounge
The Plaza Premium Lounge is available airside (after security). Entry: approximately 150–200 PLN, or free with Priority Pass, Amex Centurion and selected bank cards. Includes snacks, drinks, Wi-Fi, shower facilities and comfortable seating.
Airlines and Destinations from Gdansk
Gdansk Airport serves 50+ routes including:
- European hubs: London, Amsterdam, Frankfurt, Paris, Dublin, Oslo, Stockholm, Copenhagen
- Holiday destinations: Alicante, Malaga, Fuerteventura, Palma de Mallorca, Rhodes, Heraklion, Hurghada and many more
- Main carriers: LOT, Ryanair, Wizz Air, easyJet, Lufthansa, KLM