About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Larnaca (LCA) to Heathrow (LHR)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Larnaca to London. Left wins at both ends. During the flight, the left side also tracks the southern coast of Turkey, the Greek islands of Rhodes and Crete in the distance during climb, the Aegean Sea, and later the Alps on the southern horizon over northern Italy and Switzerland. The right side over the Mediterranean and central Europe offers comparatively less distinctive geography.
What can I see during takeoff from Larnaca in Larnaca?
During takeoff from Larnaca (LCA), sit on the Left side for the best views. Larnaca typically departs on runway 04 (northeast) or 22 (southwest). On a westbound flight to London, departure is usually runway 22 heading southwest, putting the salt lake and Larnaca Bay on the left side. The left seat gets the city waterfront and the distinctive pink-tinged Larnaca Salt Lake immediately adjacent to the airport. Notable sights include: Larnaca Salt Lake (immediately west of airport), Larnaca Bay and seafront, Hala Sultan Tekke mosque at lake edge, Limassol coastline to the southwest.
What can I see when landing at Heathrow in London?
When landing at Heathrow (LHR), sit on the Left side for the best views. Heathrow predominantly uses easterly approaches on runways 27L/27R, meaning the aircraft tracks in from the west over Windsor and Slough. On this approach, the left side faces south and gets central London's skyline — the Thames, Canary Wharf towers, and the City — laid out across the horizon as you descend. The right side faces north toward the M25 corridor and suburban Middlesex with far less visual interest. Notable sights include: River Thames snaking through central London, Canary Wharf tower cluster on the horizon, Windsor Castle and Windsor Great Park to the south, The Shard and City of London skyline.
How long is the flight from Larnaca to London?
The flight from Larnaca (LCA) to Heathrow (LHR) takes Approximately 4 hours 30 minutes to 5 hours.
What does the Larnaca to London flight path pass over?
After departing Cyprus, the route passes over the southern coast of Turkey (Taurus Mountains visible to the left), then crosses the Aegean Sea with Greek islands below. Over Greece and the Balkans, the Rhodope Mountains and Dinaric Alps appear. Crossing central Europe, the Alps are visible to the south. The route then passes over France before crossing the English Channel into southern England.