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Taking offLEFT

Akamas Peninsula, Mediterranean Sea, Paphos coastal cliffs

LandingLEFT

Paphos Harbor, Akamas Peninsula cliffs, Paphos Old Town waterfront

🛫 Taking Off from Paphos (PFO)

Best sideLeft
WhyRunway 29 departures (the most common) climb westward over the Mediterranean Sea and the Akamas Peninsula. The left side offers views of the dramatic rocky coastline, sea cliffs, and the peninsula's rugged terrain as you climb out. The right side faces inland toward relatively flat agricultural plains with less visual interest.
Look forAkamas Peninsula (rocky headland with sparse vegetation), Mediterranean Sea (westward), Paphos coastal cliffs, inland Cypriot plains to the east

🛬 Landing at Paphos (PFO)

Best sideLeft
WhyLanding on runway 29 (the prevailing pattern) means you're descending westward toward the sea. The left side offers views of Paphos town, the harbor, and the dramatic Akamas Peninsula coastline as you approach. The right side faces inland terrain with less distinctive features during final approach.
Look forPaphos Harbor, Akamas Peninsula cliffs, Paphos Old Town waterfront, Mediterranean Sea

PFO is a single-runway airport with one compact terminal, primarily handling seasonal leisure and charter traffic from European destinations. It's significantly smaller than Larnaca, Cyprus's main international gateway.

⛰️ Elevation43 ft
🛫 Runways1 (11/29)
📍 NearbyECN 65 miLCA 65 mi

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About This Airport

Which side of the plane has the best views at Paphos International (PFO)?

At Paphos International in Paphos: for takeoff, sit on the Left side; for landing, sit on the Left side. Notable views include: Akamas Peninsula (rocky headland with sparse vegetation), Mediterranean Sea (westward), Paphos coastal cliffs, inland Cypriot plains to the east.

What can I see during takeoff from Paphos International in Paphos?

When taking off from Paphos International (PFO), sit on the Left side for the best views. Runway 29 departures (the most common) climb westward over the Mediterranean Sea and the Akamas Peninsula. The left side offers views of the dramatic rocky coastline, sea cliffs, and the peninsula's rugged terrain as you climb out. The right side faces inland toward relatively flat agricultural plains with less visual interest. Notable sights include: Akamas Peninsula (rocky headland with sparse vegetation), Mediterranean Sea (westward), Paphos coastal cliffs, inland Cypriot plains to the east.

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

When landing at Paphos International (PFO), sit on the Left side for the best views. Landing on runway 29 (the prevailing pattern) means you're descending westward toward the sea. The left side offers views of Paphos town, the harbor, and the dramatic Akamas Peninsula coastline as you approach. The right side faces inland terrain with less distinctive features during final approach. Notable sights include: Paphos Harbor, Akamas Peninsula cliffs, Paphos Old Town waterfront, Mediterranean Sea.

What factors affect the best window seat at Paphos International?

The best window seat at Paphos International (PFO) depends on several factors: the typical runway used for your departure or arrival, the geographic features around Paphos (mountains, coastlines, city skylines), weather conditions, and time of day. Morning and evening flights often offer the best lighting for scenic views.