LCA (Larnaca) window seat guide

At Larnaca in Larnaca: for takeoff, sit on the Right side; for landing, sit on the Right side. Notable views include: Larnaca Bay (immediate right), the Salt Lake (west, appearing as a pale geometric shape), Akrotiri Peninsula (distant southwest), Mediterranean coastline.

When taking off from Larnaca (LCA), sit on the Right side for the best views. Runway 22 departures climb southwest over the Mediterranean Sea and Cyprus's southern coast. The right side offers views of Larnaca Bay, the Akrotiri Peninsula, and the Salt Lake to the west—all prominent geographic features during the initial climb-out. Notable sights include: Larnaca Bay (immediate right), the Salt Lake (west, appearing as a pale geometric shape), Akrotiri Peninsula (distant southwest), Mediterranean coastline.

When landing at Larnaca (LCA), sit on the Right side for the best views. Runway 22 approaches from the northeast over Larnaca Bay, placing the Mediterranean Sea and Cyprus's southern coastline on your right. You'll also see the Larnaca salt lake and the city grid to your left, but the water views dominate the right side during final descent. Notable sights include: Larnaca Bay (Mediterranean Sea), Larnaca Salt Lake (pink-tinged shallow lagoon west of airport), Larnaca city grid, Hala Sultan Tekke mosque area near the salt lake.

The best window seat at Larnaca (LCA) depends on several factors: the typical runway used for your departure or arrival, the geographic features around Larnaca (mountains, coastlines, city skylines), weather conditions, and time of day. Morning and evening flights often offer the best lighting for scenic views.