Travelling from Istanbul to Larnaca International Airport (LCA): what you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Istanbul to Larnaca International Airport (LCA). Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) are Istanbul's main airports.
Larnaca International Airport is located in Larnaca. The city operates in the UTC+2 timezone and is 1 hour behind Istanbul.
Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from Istanbul to LCA. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and maybe even explore a different city. When searching for flights from Istanbul to LCA leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG)
Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The distance from central Istanbul to IST is around 48 kilometres. Use travel apps like Google Maps for the best route, whether that's in your own car or with public transport.
After a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Istanbul to Larnaca International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Istanbul to Larnaca International Airport. Visit friends or family or tick another city off your bucket list. Whatever your plans, check out these stops between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and LCA:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport (BEG)
With public transport, you can travel from central Istanbul to SAW in about 1 hour and 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 48 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 57 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not enjoy an extra night away? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport the day before your flight from Istanbul to LCA:
About Larnaca International Airport (LCA)
Reserve a hotel close to LCA if you're catching a late flight from Istanbul to Larnaca International Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Larnaca International Airport (LCA) to central Larnaca
From Larnaca International Airport, Larnaca is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 13 minutes to get to the centre driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Larnaca International Airport (LCA)
R 1,421 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Larnaca International Airport. Return flights start from R 3,284. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from Istanbul to LCA, book ahead. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
Take advantage of the 'Whole month' search tool and compare the prices of tickets from Istanbul to Larnaca International Airport across each month. We've highlighted the lowest fares in green, so you can easily find a flight within your budget.
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Tailor your trip with filters. Select your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Istanbul to Larnaca International Airport.
The best time to fly from Istanbul to Larnaca International Airport (LCA)
July is the busiest month to catch a flight from Istanbul to Larnaca International Airport while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Larnaca, consider whether you like a lively atmosphere or a quieter vibe.
Think about the type of weather that'll suit your plans for Larnaca. August is known as the warmest month. Lock in your flights from Istanbul to LCA sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 25ºC and 36ºC.
February has average temperatures of between 9ºC and 19ºC. Look for cheap flights from Istanbul to Larnaca International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Larnaca
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Larnaca right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Larnaca International Airport:
Larnaca Salt Lake and Landmark of Hala Sultan Tekkesi are just the start of the top-rated attractions to add to your Larnaca must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Saint Lazarus Church.
Complete your Larnaca trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Istanbul to Larnaca International Airport to track down your perfect ride. Browse our car rentals in Larnaca and compare offers in one place. Plus you'll find all the info you need to know, from the most popular car type to the best time to book.
