Flying from London to Larnaca International Airport (LCA): What you need to know
You can choose from multiple airports when planning your flight from London to Larnaca International Airport (LCA). Check out your options for departing London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and London Stansted Airport (STN).
Around 4 hours 35 minutes is how long you'll be in the air on a direct London to Larnaca International Airport flight.
Larnaca International Airport is located in Larnaca. The city is in the UTC+2 timezone and is two hours ahead of London.
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Larnaca International Airport (LCA) is the most popular route. There are 24 direct departures a week to pick from. If you prefer to head out later, take the last flight with British Airways at 7:20pm. Opt for the first LHR to LCA departure with British Airways at 7am if you'd rather get a move on.
Your flight from London to LCA won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Travelling over a peak time like July? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from London to Larnaca International Airport (LCA) can be booked from this terminal.
When taking off from LHR, you can take a direct flight from London to Larnaca International Airport with British Airways.
Most travellers choose to book seats with British Airways between LHR and LCA.
British Airways is the most punctual carrier operating on this route, with 77.25% of its services landing on time.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from London to LCA leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
The journey from central London to LHR takes around 25 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a comfortable hotel close to London Heathrow Airport? If you've booked an early flight from London to Larnaca International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
78% of flights departing from London Heathrow Airport make it to their destination on time.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Think about setting out from London Gatwick Airport (LGW). You can book a direct London to Larnaca International Airport (LCA) plane ticket from this popular hub.
Popular airlines that have direct flights from London to LCA jetting off from LGW include:
EasyJet is the top choice for passengers flying from LGW to LCA.
Go with British Airways if you prioritize punctuality. Its flights between London Gatwick Airport and Larnaca International Airport arrive as scheduled 96.3% of the time.
Tick a new place off your list or just take a moment to reset with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from London to Larnaca International Airport, check out these options when departing from London Gatwick Airport:
Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)
Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
You can get to LGW from central London in approximately 1 hour 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to travel the 48 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your London to LCA flight? Unwind in a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays are expecting you:
London Gatwick Airport has a track record for punctuality. 82% of flights leaving here keep to their planned arrival schedule.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
One flight, zero drama. You can take a direct flight from London to Larnaca International Airport leaving from London Stansted Airport (STN).
Jet2 is one well-known airline that offers direct London to LCA plane tickets from STN.
The majority of travellers prefer to fly with Jet2 from STN to LCA.
Jet2 ranks highest for on-time performance. A reliable 100.0% of its services on this route arrive as planned.
Reserve a plane ticket from London to Larnaca International Airport (LCA) out of London Stansted Airport (STN) with one or more stops. Some popular stopovers between STN and LCA are:
Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Salzburg W. A. Mozart Airport (SZG)
From the centre of London, STN is around 56 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the airport by car and 45 minutes or so if you're on public transport.
Make catching an early London to Larnaca International Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Stay at one of these accommodation options near London Stansted Airport and get to your boarding gate feeling relaxed and unhurried:
With 80% of its departing flights arriving without delays, STN is a reliable starting point for your trip.
About Larnaca International Airport (LCA)
Consider staying in a hotel near LCA if you have a late flight from London to Larnaca International Airport. Settle into one of these options and say goodnight sooner:
Booking your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your London to Larnaca International Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Larnaca International Airport (LCA) to central Larnaca
Central Larnaca is around 3 kilometres from Larnaca International Airport and takes about 10 minutes to reach by car. Work out your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Larnaca International Airport (LCA)
ج.م. 2,169 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from London to Larnaca International Airport. Return flights start at ج.م. 4,338. These prices can change based on demand.
Book six months before you want to travel. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from London to LCA.
The best month for scoring cheap London to Larnaca International Airport tickets is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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The best time to fly from London to Larnaca International Airport (LCA)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from London to Larnaca International Airport (LCA). August is the most popular month to visit Larnaca. If you like your getaways a little more chill, go in January.
Lock in a London to LCA plane ticket departing in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Larnaca to range from 25ºC to 36ºC.
February has temperatures of between 9ºC and 19ºC. Search for cheap tickets from London to Larnaca International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Larnaca
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Larnaca right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from London to Larnaca International Airport:
Your Larnaca visit should come with a bit of sightseeing. Attractions you won't want to miss include Sunset point, Mackenzie Beach and Larnaca Marina.
Explore more of Cyprus
Paphos is just one of the many cities in Cyprus waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Larnaca. Around 113 kilometres away to the west, top sights here include Paphos Mosaics, House of Dionysos and Catacombs.
