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KIV → LCA
Which side of the plane to sit from Chişinău International Airport (Chisinau) to Larnaca International Airport (Larnaca)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a dramatic transition from the lush Danube Delta to the high-altitude Taurus Mountains and a stunning coastal approach into Cyprus.
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Chisinau Skyline
A final look at the Moldovan capital's urban layout and surrounding greenery shortly after takeoff.
Danube Delta
The complex network of waterways where the Danube River meets the sea at the Romanian border.
Taurus Mountains
Breathtaking high-altitude views of the snow-dusted peaks in southern Turkey.
Antalya Coastline
The scenic 'Turquoise Coast' of Turkey as the plane heads out over the Mediterranean.
Larnaca Salt Lake
The striking seasonal salt flats and the Hala Sultan Tekke mosque visible during the final approach.
Book a window seat on the right for morning flights to keep the sun behind the plane. This side offers the best view of the Taurus Mountains' dramatic descent into the Mediterranean. During the final approach into LCA, keep your camera ready for the Larnaca Salt Lake, which is vibrant pink or white depending on the season.
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Black Sea Horizon
Enjoy the vast blue expanse of the western Black Sea after departing Moldova.
Eastern Taurus Peaks
The rugged ridges of the southern Turkish mountains as you cross the Anatolian plateau.
Famagusta Bay
Aerial views of the deep blue bay and the eastern coastline of Cyprus during descent.
Moldovan Steppe
The agricultural patchwork of southern Moldova and Bessarabia shortly after takeoff.
The left side is preferable for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh western sun. You will have a clear view of the eastern coastline of Cyprus, including the ghost town of Varosha near Famagusta, if the flight path follows the standard eastern arrival corridor. Early morning flights on this side will face significant glare.
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Get eSIMs for CyprusDistance: 1,396 km (867 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 52 min
Departure: KIV (46.92770004272461, 28.93099975585937)
Arrival: LCA (34.875099182128906, 33.62490081787109)
Route Type: International
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