While takeoff from Larnaca favors the right side for Troodos Mountains views, the landing approach into Beauvais on the left side offers more sustained and dramatic scenery—the Seine River meanders and French countryside are visible for a longer duration during descent, making the left side the better overall choice for this route.
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Flight Path
Larnaca to Beauvais is 1,882 miles (3,028 km), a flight of about 4 hours 20 minutes.
The flight path crosses the Mediterranean Sea northwestward, passing over southern Greece (Peloponnese and Aegean islands visible at cruise altitude), then over the Balkans and central Europe. Notable midpoint features include the Pindus Mountains in Greece, the Danube River valley in the distance, and the Alps on the northern horizon during cruise. The route then descends over France, crossing the Loire Valley before reaching the Seine basin and Beauvais approach.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from LCA
RIGHTRight-side seats offer views of the Troodos Mountains as the aircraft climbs southwestward from Larnaca. The range dominates the interior of Cyprus and is clearly visible during the initial climb phase before heading northwest toward Europe.
Landing at BVA
LEFTLeft-side seats provide excellent views of the Seine River valley and the Île-de-France region during descent into Beauvais. The river's distinctive meanders and the patchwork of French agricultural fields are clearly visible from 8,000–12,000 feet on approach from the southeast.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Larnaca (LCA) to Tille (BVA)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Larnaca to Beauvais. While takeoff from Larnaca favors the right side for Troodos Mountains views, the landing approach into Beauvais on the left side offers more sustained and dramatic scenery—the Seine River meanders and French countryside are visible for a longer duration during descent, making the left side the better overall choice for this route.
What can I see during takeoff from Larnaca in Larnaca?
During takeoff from Larnaca (LCA), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of the Troodos Mountains as the aircraft climbs southwestward from Larnaca. The range dominates the interior of Cyprus and is clearly visible during the initial climb phase before heading northwest toward Europe. Notable sights include: Troodos Mountains (central Cyprus), Larnaca Bay (immediate departure area), Mediterranean Sea (extending west), Nicosia district (inland, visible in mid-distance).
What can I see when landing at Tille in Beauvais?
When landing at Tille (BVA), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide excellent views of the Seine River valley and the Île-de-France region during descent into Beauvais. The river's distinctive meanders and the patchwork of French agricultural fields are clearly visible from 8,000–12,000 feet on approach from the southeast. Notable sights include: Seine River (with characteristic meanders), Île-de-France agricultural plains, Beauvais Cathedral (visible in town center during final approach), Oise River confluence (south of Beauvais).
How long is the flight from Larnaca to Beauvais?
The flight from Larnaca (LCA) to Tille (BVA) takes about 4 hours 20 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 1,882 miles (3,028 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Larnaca to Beauvais flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the Mediterranean Sea northwestward, passing over southern Greece (Peloponnese and Aegean islands visible at cruise altitude), then over the Balkans and central Europe. Notable midpoint features include the Pindus Mountains in Greece, the Danube River valley in the distance, and the Alps on the northern horizon during cruise. The route then descends over France, crossing the Loire Valley before reaching the Seine basin and Beauvais approach.