Larnaca to Dubai flight pathLCADXB

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Flight time3h 15m
Distance1,456
Heading111° → 122°

Larnaca to Dubai is 1,456 miles (2,343 km), a flight of about 3 hours 15 minutes.

Best side
LeftMostly left
★ 3.0 left·★ 2.0 right

The left side offers a more complete scenic arc: a dramatic Cyprus coastal departure, glimpses of the Euphrates valley and Syrian desert during cruise, giving it a slight edge over the right side's Gulf-coast arrival alone.

Takeoff · LCALEFTLarnaca Salt Lake, Cyprus south coast, Troodos Mountains foothills
Landing · DXBRIGHTPalm Jumeirah, Burj Al Arab, Dubai Marina skyline

Flight Path

Flight path overview

The route crosses the Levant coastline near Lebanon, then continues over the Syrian Desert and the Euphrates River basin before crossing Iraq, Kuwait, and Saudi Arabia toward the Persian Gulf.

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Phase by phase

Takeoff from LCA

LEFT

Departing LCA on runway 22, the aircraft climbs out over the Mediterranean before banking left to head east toward the Gulf. Passengers on the left get a last look at the Larnaca coastline, salt lake, and the distant Troodos foothills as the turn unfolds.

Larnaca Salt LakeCyprus south coastTroodos Mountains foothillsMediterranean shoreline
Aerial window seat view during landing at Dubai (right side) — Palm Jumeirah, Burj Al Arab, Dubai Marina skyline, Persian Gulf coastline

Landing at DXB

RIGHT

On approach into DXB from the northwest, the final turn often swings the aircraft over the Gulf coastline before lining up with the runway, giving right-side passengers a view of Dubai's skyline, Palm Jumeirah, and the turquoise Gulf waters just before touchdown.

Palm JumeirahBurj Al ArabDubai Marina skylinePersian Gulf coastline

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About This Route

Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Larnaca (LCA) to Dubai International (DXB)?

Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Larnaca to Dubai. The left side offers a more complete scenic arc: a dramatic Cyprus coastal departure, glimpses of the Euphrates valley and Syrian desert during cruise, giving it a slight edge over the right side's Gulf-coast arrival alone.

What can I see during takeoff from Larnaca in Larnaca?

During takeoff from Larnaca (LCA), sit on the Left side for the best views. Departing LCA on runway 22, the aircraft climbs out over the Mediterranean before banking left to head east toward the Gulf. Passengers on the left get a last look at the Larnaca coastline, salt lake, and the distant Troodos foothills as the turn unfolds. Notable sights include: Larnaca Salt Lake, Cyprus south coast, Troodos Mountains foothills, Mediterranean shoreline.

What can I see when landing at Dubai International in Dubai?

When landing at Dubai International (DXB), sit on the Right side for the best views. On approach into DXB from the northwest, the final turn often swings the aircraft over the Gulf coastline before lining up with the runway, giving right-side passengers a view of Dubai's skyline, Palm Jumeirah, and the turquoise Gulf waters just before touchdown. Notable sights include: Palm Jumeirah, Burj Al Arab, Dubai Marina skyline, Persian Gulf coastline.

How long is the flight from Larnaca to Dubai?

The flight from Larnaca (LCA) to Dubai International (DXB) takes about 3 hours 15 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 Larnaca to Dubai flight path pass over?

The route crosses the Levant coastline near Lebanon, then continues over the Syrian Desert and the Euphrates River basin before crossing Iraq, Kuwait, and Saudi Arabia toward the Persian Gulf.