Loading map...
LCA → ATH
Which side of the plane to sit from Larnaca International Airport (Larnaca) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (Athens)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a premier view of the volcanic Cyclades, including the iconic Santorini caldera, and a sweeping view of the Saronic Gulf during the final descent into Athens.
Search flights from LCA to ATH
Larnaca Bay Departure
Deep blue Mediterranean vistas immediately after takeoff from the Cypriot coast.
Karpathos & Kasos
Dramatic views of the rugged mountain ridges and secluded bays of these southern Dodecanese islands.
Santorini Caldera
A world-class view of the crescent-shaped volcanic islands and the submerged caldera from high altitude.
Saronic Gulf
Busy shipping lanes, sailboats, and small islets like Aegina visible during the descent into Attica.
Book a window seat behind the wing to avoid engine glare. On afternoon flights, this side catches the sunset over the Aegean. During winter, you may spot the snow-capped peaks of Crete far to the south.
Get eSIMs for Cyprus
Get eSIMs for Greece
Rhodes City
Aerial perspective of the medieval Old Town and the historic Mandraki Harbor.
Lycian Coast
The jagged mountains and turquoise coves of the Turkish Riviera visible across the strait.
Mykonos & Delos
Spot the stark white architecture of the Cyclades contrasting sharply with the deep blue sea.
Mount Hymettus
The pine-covered slopes and rocky terrain marking the final turn into the Athens airport basin.
Best for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare. Keep a lookout for the dense cluster of northern Cycladic islands. If the wind is from the south, this side offers a great view of the Marathon reservoir during final approach.
Book Hotels in AthensDistance: 930 km (578 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 33 min
Departure: LCA (34.875099182128906, 33.62490081787109)
Arrival: ATH (37.9364013672, 23.944499969499997)
Route Type: International
Thank you for booking your travels through our travel partners. The commissions from your bookings keep this site running.