Dubai to Larnaca is 1,456 miles (2,343 km), a flight of about 3 hours 50 minutes.
The right side wins on both ends of the flight: a genuinely scenic Dubai skyline and Palm Jumeirah departure, and a coastal salt-lake view on arrival into Larnaca, while the left side sees mostly featureless desert and inland plains.
Flight Path
The route crosses the Arabian Desert of Saudi Arabia, the highlands of Jordan, and the eastern Mediterranean Sea before reaching Cyprus, though most of this is flown at cruise altitude with limited distinguishable terrain features from either side.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from DXB
RIGHTDeparting DXB on the northwest-facing runway, the right side gives passengers a clear view back over Dubai's coastline, including Palm Jumeirah and the cluster of high-rises along Sheikh Zayed Road, before the aircraft climbs out over the desert. The left side mostly shows flat inland desert with little to distinguish it.
Landing at LCA
RIGHTOn approach into Larnaca from the southeast, the right side offers a view of the Mediterranean coastline and Larnaca's salt lake just before the turn onto final for runway 22, while the left side faces inland toward flatter agricultural terrain with fewer distinctive features.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Dubai International (DXB) to Larnaca (LCA)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Dubai to Larnaca. The right side wins on both ends of the flight: a genuinely scenic Dubai skyline and Palm Jumeirah departure, and a coastal salt-lake view on arrival into Larnaca, while the left side sees mostly featureless desert and inland plains.
What can I see during takeoff from Dubai International in Dubai?
During takeoff from Dubai International (DXB), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing DXB on the northwest-facing runway, the right side gives passengers a clear view back over Dubai's coastline, including Palm Jumeirah and the cluster of high-rises along Sheikh Zayed Road, before the aircraft climbs out over the desert. The left side mostly shows flat inland desert with little to distinguish it. Notable sights include: Palm Jumeirah, Burj Al Arab, Dubai Marina skyline, Persian Gulf coastline.
What can I see when landing at Larnaca in Larnaca?
When landing at Larnaca (LCA), sit on the Right side for the best views. On approach into Larnaca from the southeast, the right side offers a view of the Mediterranean coastline and Larnaca's salt lake just before the turn onto final for runway 22, while the left side faces inland toward flatter agricultural terrain with fewer distinctive features. Notable sights include: Larnaca Salt Lake, Larnaca Bay coastline, Mediterranean Sea, southern Cyprus coastal plain.
How long is the flight from Dubai to Larnaca?
The flight from Dubai International (DXB) to Larnaca (LCA) takes about 3 hours 50 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 1,456 miles (2,343 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Dubai to Larnaca flight path pass over?
The route crosses the Arabian Desert of Saudi Arabia, the highlands of Jordan, and the eastern Mediterranean Sea before reaching Cyprus, though most of this is flown at cruise altitude with limited distinguishable terrain features from either side.