The right side wins overall because the cruise phase over continental Europe reveals the Alps, the Italian coastline, and Greek islands scattered across the Aegean and Ionian seas, giving far more dramatic and varied scenery than the largely featureless view from the left side during the same stretch.
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Flight Path
Newcastle to Larnaca is 2,180 miles (3,508 km), a flight of about 4 hours 35 minutes.
The route crosses eastern France, the Alps near Switzerland/Italy, the Adriatic Sea, mainland Greece, and the Aegean and Mediterranean seas before reaching Cyprus.
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from NCL
RIGHTDeparting NCL on runway 07, the aircraft climbs northeast over the Tyne estuary before banking south toward the continent. Passengers on the right see the North Sea coastline, the mouth of the Tyne, and the Durham coast falling away below, while the left side only shows the flatter Pennine foothills inland.
Landing at LCA
LEFTOn approach to LCA runway 22, the aircraft descends from the northeast over Larnaca, and the left side offers views of Larnaca Bay, the shimmering Larnaca Salt Lake, and the Mediterranean coastline just before touchdown. The right side mainly faces inland toward flatter agricultural terrain with only distant views of the Troodos foothills.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Newcastle (NCL) to Larnaca (LCA)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Newcastle to Larnaca. The right side wins overall because the cruise phase over continental Europe reveals the Alps, the Italian coastline, and Greek islands scattered across the Aegean and Ionian seas, giving far more dramatic and varied scenery than the largely featureless view from the left side during the same stretch.
What can I see during takeoff from Newcastle in Newcastle?
During takeoff from Newcastle (NCL), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing NCL on runway 07, the aircraft climbs northeast over the Tyne estuary before banking south toward the continent. Passengers on the right see the North Sea coastline, the mouth of the Tyne, and the Durham coast falling away below, while the left side only shows the flatter Pennine foothills inland. Notable sights include: Tynemouth and the River Tyne estuary, North Sea coastline, Durham coast, Northumberland countryside.
What can I see when landing at Larnaca in Larnaca?
When landing at Larnaca (LCA), sit on the Left side for the best views. On approach to LCA runway 22, the aircraft descends from the northeast over Larnaca, and the left side offers views of Larnaca Bay, the shimmering Larnaca Salt Lake, and the Mediterranean coastline just before touchdown. The right side mainly faces inland toward flatter agricultural terrain with only distant views of the Troodos foothills. Notable sights include: Larnaca Salt Lake, Larnaca Bay and marina, Mediterranean coastline, Cape Kiti in the distance.
How long is the flight from Newcastle to Larnaca?
The flight from Newcastle (NCL) to Larnaca (LCA) takes about 4 hours 35 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 2,180 miles (3,508 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Newcastle to Larnaca flight path pass over?
The route crosses eastern France, the Alps near Switzerland/Italy, the Adriatic Sea, mainland Greece, and the Aegean and Mediterranean seas before reaching Cyprus.