Larnaca to Tel Aviv flight pathLCATLV

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Flight time50m
Distance211
Heading159° → 160°
Best side
Right
★ 1.5 left·★ 2.5 right

This is a very short flight dominated by open Mediterranean water, but the right side offers glimpses of the Cyprus coast on departure and the Tel Aviv coastline and skyline on arrival, giving it a slight edge over the mostly featureless left side.

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Flight Path

Flight Timeline
🛫 LCA
← 🌊 Dead Sea 22 mi off path · ~27 min
🛬 TLV
All landmarks →
Flight path overview

Larnaca to Tel Aviv is 211 miles (339 km), a flight of about 50 minutes.

Open Mediterranean Sea with no land features visible at cruise altitude

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Phase by phase

Takeoff from LCA

RIGHT

Departing LCA on runway 22 toward the sea, the aircraft banks to align with the southeasterly track to Tel Aviv, putting Larnaca Bay and the Cyprus coastline into view on the right side during the climbing turn. The rest of the short climb is over open Mediterranean water.

Larnaca BayCyprus south coastlineAkrotiri Peninsula in the distance
LCA LarnacaHub for Cyprus Airways

Landing at TLV

RIGHT

On approach into Ben Gurion, arrivals from the north often align for runway 26 or 21, bringing the aircraft over the coastline near Netanya and Herzliya before the final turn, giving right-side passengers a view of the Mediterranean shoreline and Tel Aviv's coastal skyline. Left-side passengers mostly see flat inland farmland.

Tel Aviv coastline and skylineHerzliya marinaMediterranean shoreline
TLV Ben GurionHub for El Al, Israir, Arkia

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About This Route

Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Larnaca (LCA) to Ben Gurion (TLV)?

Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Larnaca to Tel Aviv. This is a very short flight dominated by open Mediterranean water, but the right side offers glimpses of the Cyprus coast on departure and the Tel Aviv coastline and skyline on arrival, giving it a slight edge over the mostly featureless left side.

What can I see during takeoff from Larnaca in Larnaca?

During takeoff from Larnaca (LCA), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing LCA on runway 22 toward the sea, the aircraft banks to align with the southeasterly track to Tel Aviv, putting Larnaca Bay and the Cyprus coastline into view on the right side during the climbing turn. The rest of the short climb is over open Mediterranean water. Notable sights include: Larnaca Bay, Cyprus south coastline, Akrotiri Peninsula in the distance.

What can I see when landing at Ben Gurion in Tel Aviv?

When landing at Ben Gurion (TLV), sit on the Right side for the best views. On approach into Ben Gurion, arrivals from the north often align for runway 26 or 21, bringing the aircraft over the coastline near Netanya and Herzliya before the final turn, giving right-side passengers a view of the Mediterranean shoreline and Tel Aviv's coastal skyline. Left-side passengers mostly see flat inland farmland. Notable sights include: Tel Aviv coastline and skyline, Herzliya marina, Mediterranean shoreline.

How long is the flight from Larnaca to Tel Aviv?

The flight from Larnaca (LCA) to Ben Gurion (TLV) takes about 50 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 211 miles (339 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.

What does the Larnaca to Tel Aviv flight path pass over?

Open Mediterranean Sea with no land features visible at cruise altitude