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Verdict

Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) scores higher overall at 7.4/10 versus Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) at 7.0/10. Los Angeles International Airport leads on lounges at 8.0/10.

Score comparison

Metric Warsaw Chopin Airport Los Angeles International Airport
FlightLogic Score 7.4 7.0
On-Time Performance 7.2 6.9
Passenger Experience 7.3 6.8
Facilities & Comfort 7.7 7.5
Lounge Score 7.2 8.0
City Warsaw Los Angeles
Country Poland United States
Terminals 2 terminals (T1 Schengen, T2 non-Schengen) 9 terminals (Tom Bradley International + T1–T8)
Annual passengers 19M+ 75M+

Operational comparison

Transport links, lounge access, connection times, and UK261 eligibility — verify locally before travel.

Policy WAW — Warsaw LAX — Los
Rail / public transport
To city centre
Lounge day pass
Min. connection time
Primary hub carriers

Detailed profiles

Warsaw, Poland · WAW · #1 in this comparison

Warsaw Chopin Airport

2 terminals (T1 Schengen, T2 non-Schengen) · 19M+ passengers/year

7.4 / 10

How good is Warsaw Chopin Airport?

Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) scores 7.4/10 (Very Good) on FlightLogic's airport index — combining on-time performance (7.2), passenger experience (7.3), and facilities (7.7). Lounge quality rates 7.2/10. See full airport guide →

In short

Warsaw WAW scores 7.4/10 — Poland's hub. LOT Star Alliance gateway. Wizz Air and Ryanair from UK LCC bases. See /guides/warsaw-airport-lounge-guide-2026.

FlightLogic Score 7.4 Very Good
On-time 7.2 Departure reliability
Experience 7.3 Staff, queues, cleanliness
Facilities 7.7 Food, shops, seating
Lounges 7.2 Lounge quality
Rating basis Editorial FlightLogic methodology

Score breakdown

Modelled on industry airport indices — on-time data, facilities ratings, and editorial experience signals combined into a single FlightLogic score.

On-Time Performance
7.2
Passenger Experience
7.3
Facilities & Comfort
7.7
Lounge score 7.2/10

Highlights

  • Primary UK–Poland gateway — Wizz Air, Ryanair, LOT from Luton, Stansted, and regional UK
  • LOT Polish Airlines hub — Star Alliance connections across Eastern Europe
  • Train S2/S3 to Warsaw Central ~20 min
  • EU261 on EU departures; UK261 on UK-return legs

Overview

Poland's primary hub — LOT Star Alliance gateway with dense Wizz Air and Ryanair UK schedules for Eastern Europe VFR and city breaks.

UK Eastern Europe routing

Wizz Air and Ryanair dominate UK–WAW low-cost. LOT offers full-service and Star Alliance connections to Kraków, Gdańsk, and Baltic states.

Compare WAW against Kraków (KRK) — Warsaw for connections; Kraków for southern Poland direct.

Los Angeles, United States · LAX · #2 in this comparison

Los Angeles International Airport

9 terminals (Tom Bradley International + T1–T8) · 75M+ passengers/year

7.0 / 10

How good is Los Angeles International Airport?

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) scores 7.0/10 (Very Good) on FlightLogic's airport index — combining on-time performance (6.9), passenger experience (6.8), and facilities (7.5). Lounge quality rates 8.0/10. See full airport guide →

In short

Los Angeles LAX is rated 7.0/10 on FlightLogic with lounge score 8.0/10. Most long-haul UK and Asia routes use Tom Bradley International (TBIT) with alliance and airline lounges. Terminal-specific access applies — allow 2+ hours for international departures. The LAX People Mover connects terminals landside.

FlightLogic Score 7.0 Very Good
On-time 6.9 Departure reliability
Experience 6.8 Staff, queues, cleanliness
Facilities 7.5 Food, shops, seating
Lounges 8.0 Lounge quality
Rating basis Editorial FlightLogic methodology

Score breakdown

Modelled on industry airport indices — on-time data, facilities ratings, and editorial experience signals combined into a single FlightLogic score.

On-Time Performance
6.9
Passenger Experience
6.8
Facilities & Comfort
7.5
Lounge score 8.0/10

Highlights

  • Tom Bradley International Terminal (Terminal B) consolidates most international departures and premium lounges
  • Star Alliance, Oneworld, and SkyTeam each operate large alliance lounges in TBIT
  • LAX People Mover (automated train) links terminals landside — plan time for terminal changes
  • Strong Asia-Pacific and transatlantic connectivity; congestion peaks on Sunday evening international banks

Overview

West Coast US gateway with the Tom Bradley International Terminal (TBIT) hosting most long-haul lounges and ongoing terminal modernisation.

Tom Bradley and international lounges

Most UK and long-haul passengers use Tom Bradley International Terminal, where Star Alliance, Oneworld, and SkyTeam operate large shared lounges plus airline-specific clubs (Qantas, Cathay Pacific partner access via Oneworld, etc.).

Amex Centurion Lounge at LAX is in the international terminal area — verify terminal assignment on your ticket before planning lounge time.

FAQ

Which is better, Warsaw Chopin Airport or Los Angeles International Airport?

Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) scores higher overall at 7.4/10 versus Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) at 7.0/10. Los Angeles International Airport leads on lounges at 8.0/10.

Which has better lounges, WAW or LAX?

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) scores higher for lounges at 8.0/10, versus Warsaw Chopin Airport at 7.2/10.

Which airport is more on-time, WAW or LAX?

Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) has stronger on-time performance at 7.2/10 versus Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) at 6.9/10.