Travelling from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Larnaca Airport (LCA): what you need to know
The timezone in Larnaca is UTC+2, which is one hour behind Istanbul.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to board your IST to LCA flight.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Istanbul Airport to Larnaca Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Stopovers between IST and LCA include:
Athens International Airport
Beirut Airport
Thessaloniki Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Larnaca Airport (LCA)
$145 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Istanbul Airport to Larnaca Airport flight. Return flights start at $322. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from IST to LCA. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Istanbul Airport to Larnaca Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across each month and snap up a great deal.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from IST to LCA is a cinch with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Istanbul Airport to Larnaca Airport.
Handy information about Istanbul Airport (IST)
To get to Istanbul Airport from central Istanbul, it takes about 45 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of about 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Istanbul Airport to Larnaca Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to IST:
Arriving at Larnaca Airport (LCA)
Consider staying in a hotel close to LCA if you have a late Istanbul Airport to Larnaca Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Explore without limits with a Larnaca Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Get Your Car, Aercar or 7777 Rent and chase adventure across Larnaca and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Larnaca Airport about three weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Larnaca Airport (LCA) to central Larnaca
Larnaca Airport is approximately 3 kilometres from central Larnaca. Driving there takes about 10 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 20 minutes.
When to fly to Larnaca Airport (LCA)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Istanbul Airport to Larnaca Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Larnaca. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in March.
When booking your flight from Istanbul Airport to Larnaca Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Larnaca, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from IST to LCA in February. Average temperatures are between 9ºC (48ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) then.
Explore more of Cyprus
Larnaca has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Cyprus just waiting to be explored. About 40 kilometres north-west of Larnaca, a visit to Nicosia will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Medieval Venetian Walls, St John's Cathedral and Byzantine Museum.
If there's time to check out another great destination in Cyprus, consider Limassol, about 56 kilometres south-west of Larnaca. Limassol Marina, Adventure Park and Molos Seaside Park are key highlights.