Larnaca to Cardiff is 2,152 miles (3,464 km), a flight of about 4 hours 45 minutes.
The outbound climb offers more dramatic scenery with the Troodos Mountains as a major visual feature. While the landing approach over the Severn Estuary is interesting, the takeoff view is more consistently striking and visually distinctive.
Flight Path
The flight path crosses the Mediterranean northwestward, passing over southern Greece (Peloponnese visible from altitude), then over the Ionian Sea. The Balkans and Albania appear on the left as the aircraft tracks toward Italy. Southern Italy and Sicily are visible on the right side of the flight path around the midpoint. The flight then continues northwest over the Tyrrhenian Sea toward France, with the Alps visible on the left (north) side during the latter half of the journey. The English Channel appears approximately 1 hour before landing, with the Cotswolds and Forest of Dean visible inland as the aircraft descends toward Wales.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from LCA
RIGHTRight-side seats offer views of the Troodos Mountains as the aircraft climbs out westward from Larnaca. The range dominates the interior of Cyprus and is clearly visible during the initial climb phase.
Landing at CWL
LEFTLeft-side seats provide views of the Severn Estuary and the Welsh coastline as the aircraft descends toward Cardiff. The estuary's distinctive tidal mudflats and the Glamorgan coast are prominent on approach from the south.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Larnaca (LCA) to Cardiff (CWL)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Larnaca to Cardiff. The outbound climb offers more dramatic scenery with the Troodos Mountains as a major visual feature. While the landing approach over the Severn Estuary is interesting, the takeoff view is more consistently striking and visually distinctive.
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 out westward from Larnaca. The range dominates the interior of Cyprus and is clearly visible during the initial climb phase. Notable sights include: Troodos Mountains (central Cyprus), Larnaca Salt Lake (southwest of airport), Mediterranean coastline (south and west), Nicosia/Lefkosia urban area (northwest, distant).
What can I see when landing at Cardiff in Cardiff?
When landing at Cardiff (CWL), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide views of the Severn Estuary and the Welsh coastline as the aircraft descends toward Cardiff. The estuary's distinctive tidal mudflats and the Glamorgan coast are prominent on approach from the south. Notable sights include: Severn Estuary (mudflats and water channels), Glamorgan coastline (south Wales), Bristol Channel, Brecon Beacons (distant, northwest).
How long is the flight from Larnaca to Cardiff?
The flight from Larnaca (LCA) to Cardiff (CWL) takes about 4 hours 45 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 2,152 miles (3,464 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Larnaca to Cardiff flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the Mediterranean northwestward, passing over southern Greece (Peloponnese visible from altitude), then over the Ionian Sea. The Balkans and Albania appear on the left as the aircraft tracks toward Italy. Southern Italy and Sicily are visible on the right side of the flight path around the midpoint. The flight then continues northwest over the Tyrrhenian Sea toward France, with the Alps visible on the left (north) side during the latter half of the journey. The English Channel appears approximately 1 hour before landing, with the Cotswolds and Forest of Dean visible inland as the aircraft descends toward Wales.