Getting to Gdańsk

Air

Gdańsk Lech Wałęsa Airport (GDN) is the main airport in Gdańsk and is located about 6.5 miles (10 km) from city center.

Airfare Discount - NEW!

The Star Alliance member airlines are please to be appointed as the Official Airline Network for the
2012 World Credit Union Conference.

To obtain the Star Alliance Conventions Plus discount:

1. Go to http://www.staralliance.com/en/business-solutions/conventions-plus/delegates/
2. Enter the convention code LO01S12
3. Select your dates of travel and book your ticket.
4. If you would like to contact an airline directly to make arrangements, go to http://www.staralliance.com/booking_contacts.do?language=en for details.

Registered participants plus one (1) accompanying person travelling to the event can qualify for a discount of up to 20%, depending on fare and class of travel booked. If booking directly with a travel agent, be sure to give the convention code when doing so. When making your travel plans please present confirmation of your registration or proof of attendance.

Discounts are offered on most published business and economy class fares, excluding website/internet fares, senior and youth fares, group fares and Round the World fares.

Please note: For travel from Japan and New Zealand special fares or discounts are offered by the participating airlines on their own network.

Ground Transportation

Gdańsk's public transportation offers a variety of ways to get you where you want to go. Buses, trains and taxis are all commonly used to get around. Prices for the various methods of transporation differ. Keep in mind that taxis do not take credit cards. For more information about transporation, click here.

For those interested in renting cars, keep in mind that Poland, especially the area around Gdańsk, roads are not always the most up to date. Often times there are major traffic jams and construction. Make sure you leave plenty of time to arrive at your destination when planning your trip.

Visa Requirements & Letter of Invitation

View the Visa Information page for information.

What to tell customs agents

When asked your reason for visiting, keep your answer simple and truthful:

"I am attending a conference at the Polish Baltic Philharmonic Hall in Gdańsk."

Saying that you are "working in Gdańsk" could raise further questions about your visa status, complicating customs procedures. In most cases, you will clear customs at your point of entry in Europe.

Attendees may also want to carry copies of their conference confirmation, letter of invitation and/or other documentation about the conference if further questions should arise.

Bringing children into Gdańsk

Customs officers looking for missing children may ask questions about the children traveling with you. If you plan on traveling with children, special paperwork may be required. Please contact your local Polish Embassy or consulate for more information.