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LCA → EMA
Which side of the plane to sit from Larnaca International Airport (Larnaca) to East Midlands Airport (East Midlands)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the Mediterranean coastline, the most dramatic peaks of the Western Alps, and the sprawling French countryside before crossing the English Channel.
Larnaca Salt Lake
Visible immediately after takeoff, this large salt lake is a stunning white or pink expanse depending on the season.
Greek Islands
Aerial views of the southern Peloponnese and the Ionian islands like Zakynthos as you cross the Mediterranean.
Western Alps
Breathtaking panoramas of the Swiss and French Alps, often including a distant silhouette of Mont Blanc.
Burgundy Region
The neatly gridded vineyards and rolling hills of eastern France offer a picturesque landscape during the cruise phase.
English Channel
Views of the busy shipping lanes and the white cliffs near Dieppe before entering UK airspace.
Sit on the left side for morning departures to have the sun behind you, illuminating the Alps perfectly. This side is also better for spotting the French coastline and the rural landscapes of the Midlands during the final approach into EMA.
Troodos Mountains
The rugged green heart of Cyprus, featuring Mount Olympus, visible shortly after departing from Larnaca.
Aegean Archipelago
A stunning mosaic of Greek and Turkish islands scattered across the shimmering Aegean Sea.
Dolomites & Eastern Alps
The jagged, pale limestone peaks of northern Italy and the Austrian Tyrol region.
Rhine Valley
The historic river valley marking the border regions of France and Germany, often visible on clear days.
London Skyline
On the descent into East Midlands, you can often see the sprawl of London and the Thames Estuary to the east.
The right side is ideal for catching the sunset on late afternoon flights as you head northwest. It also provides the best opportunity to see the London skyline and the M1 corridor during the descent into the East Midlands.
Distance: 3,388 km (2,105 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 59 min
Departure: LCA (34.875099182128906, 33.62490081787109)
Arrival: EMA (52.8311004639, -1.32806003094)
Route Type: International
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