Are airport shops open at night?
- Damian Brzeski
- Jul 30
- 5 min read
Flying in the middle of the night? Be careful – not every airport in Poland is awake with you. While Warsaw, Wrocław, and Poznań tempt you with 24-hour cafes and shops, in other places you might end up… with an empty stomach.
Before heading to the airport at an unusual hour, check out where you can actually eat and shop after dark. You'll be surprised which airports stay lit 24/7 and which go dark with the last departure.
Overnight Flight? Check Out Where to Eat and Shop in the Middle of the Night
Got a middle-of-the-night flight and wondering if anything will be open at the airport? This guide will clear up any doubts.
Polish airports operate according to several models, from fully open 24/7 to those that close with the last passenger. Below, you'll find specific information for each airport.
Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) – The 24/7 heart of Polish aviation
Chopin Airport in Warsaw This is the only port in Poland that operates fully 24/7. Regardless of the time, you'll always find something open.
Where to eat and shop 24/7?
Costa Coffee: Two locations open 24/7. One in the public area, the other after security checks in the Schengen area.
1 Minute Bon Appetit!: Open 24/7 in the Schengen area.
SO! COFFEE and 1 Minute Store: Available 24/7 in the arrivals hall.
What else is worth knowing?
Most duty-free shops and restaurants operate very long hours, usually from 4:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Night timetable of services at Chopin Airport (WAW)
Point Name | Type of Service | Location (Zone) | Opening Hours (Night) |
Costa Coffee | Gastronomy | Public area, CDE departures | 24 hours |
Costa Coffee | Gastronomy | Schengen Area, mezzanine, south pier | 24 hours |
1 Minute Bon appetit! | Gastronomy | Schengen Area, at gates 36/37 | 24 hours |
SO! COFFEE | Gastronomy | Public area, arrivals | 24 hours |
1 Minute | Store | Public Area, Arrivals, Exit 1 | 24 hours |
Baltona Duty Free | Store | Schengen Area, central | 04:00 - 23:00 |
Aelia Duty Free | Store | Schengen Area, central | 04:00 - 23:00 |
Conclusion: At Chopin Airport you can always count on a hot meal and shopping.
Kraków-Balice (KRK) – Closed at night, ready at dawn
Key Information: The terminal is open 24 hours a day, but all shops and restaurants are closed between midnight and 3:00 a.m.
Extremely early start: Many establishments in the departure area (after security) open as early as 3:00-3:30 a.m. in response to early morning flights from budget airlines.
Bottom line: If you have an early morning flight, you'll be able to grab breakfast after 3:00 a.m. If you're waiting overnight, be prepared for service disruptions.
Gdańsk (GDN) – Flexibility and almost 24/7 option
Best option at night: The Relay store in the public area of Gdansk airport is open almost 24 hours a day (from 4:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m.).
Flexible scheduling: Many post-security restaurants operate on a "first-to-last-flight" basis . This means they are open when passengers are present but may be closed between flights.
Bottom line: If you're flying out, something will definitely be open. If you're waiting overnight for an early morning flight, you might encounter a food and beverage outage.
Katowice (KTW) – Safe "accommodation" without services
You can stay overnight: The terminal is open 24/7 and offers a safe place to spend the night. Passengers praise the armless benches, which make it easier to rest.
No services at night: There are no 24-hour shops or restaurants . All commercial establishments are closed at night.
Conclusion: You can comfortably wait for your flight here, but be sure to bring your own food and drinks.
Wrocław (WRO) and Poznań (POZ) – Regional leaders 24/7
These two airports positively surprise us by offering services around the clock.
Wrocław (WRO): A true "mini-hub." It offers 24/7 locations both in the public area ( Costa Coffee ) and after security checks ( Baltona ZOOM ).
Poznań (POZ): There's also a solid 24/7 offering. After the security check, you'll find the 24/7 ZOOM restaurant and the Baltona Duty Free store .
Conclusion: At both of these airports you can count on a hot meal and shopping at any time of the day or night.
Warsaw-Modlin (WMI) – Attention, the terminal is closed for the night!
PLEASE NOTE: The terminal is CLOSED AT NIGHT . Opening hours are 5:00-23:00 (Mon-Fri) and 5:00-22:00 (Sat-Sun).
You can't spend the night at the airport. You must arrive only after the terminal opens.
Conclusion: This is crucial information for those planning a trip from Modlin. Don't arrive too early!
Szczecin-Goleniów (SZZ) – Transparency and predictability
Simple and clear schedule: All shops and restaurants are open at fixed hours: from 4:00 a.m. to midnight (24:00) .
Bottom line: You know exactly when you can count on service. There's a break between midnight and 4:00 a.m.
Other smaller airports (Rzeszów, Radom, Lublin etc.) – Be self-sufficient
Lack of information: In the case of smaller regional airports (Rzeszów, Lublin, Łódź, Bydgoszcz, Olsztyn, Zielona Góra) there is no clear information about opening hours .
Dependence on flights: Radom airport operates from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., but only depending on the flight network .
Bottom line: It's safest to assume that kiosks are only open shortly before your flight. Bring your own food and drinks.
Summary and final advice for night travelers
Ranking of availability of night services at Polish airports
Airport (IATA) | Night Service Rating | 24/7 availability | Key Characteristics |
Warsaw (WAW) | Perfect | Yes | A true hub with 24/7 services in every zone. |
Wroclaw (WRO) | Very good | Yes | Mini-hub with 24/7 pre- and post-security checkpoints |
Poznań (POZ) | Very good | Yes | Mini-hub with restaurant and shop open 24/7 after security check. |
Gdansk (GDN) | All right | Partly | Shop almost 24/7; restaurants "until the last flight". |
Krakow (KRK) | Limited | NO | No service at night; extremely early start (3:00). |
Szczecin (SZZ) | Limited | NO | Transparent hours 4:00-24:00; night break. |
Katowice (KTW) | Very limited | NO | Terminal open 24/7 ("overnight stay"), no services at night. |
Warsaw-Modlin (WMI) | Lack | NO | Terminal closed at night. |
Other ports | None or unknown | NO | No data or services strictly related to flights. |
Be self-sufficient: At smaller airports, always bring your own snacks, drinks, and a power bank.
Check key information: Before leaving, make sure your airport terminal is open at night (especially in the case of Modlin!).
Think in models, not hours: Understanding whether an airport operates as a 24/7 hub, a "staycation" or an "early bird" will give you the best picture.
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