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RIX → LCA
Which side of the plane to sit from Riga International Airport (Riga) to Larnaca International Airport (Larnaca)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior geographic progression, featuring the Baltic coastline, the rugged Carpathian Mountains, and the iconic Larnaca Salt Lake upon arrival.
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Jurmala Coast
The famous white-sand beaches of the Baltic Sea stretching along the Latvian coastline.
Carpathian Mountains
Dramatic views of the snow-capped Romanian peaks if the flight path follows a central European corridor.
Taurus Range
Spectacular jagged peaks of southern Turkey before the flight heads out over the Mediterranean.
Larnaca Salt Lake
A stunning view of the salt crust and seasonal wetlands just moments before landing at LCA.
Mediterranean Sunset
On evening flights, this side provides a front-row seat to the sun setting over the sea.
The right side is highly recommended for afternoon flights to avoid direct sunlight. This side provides a better view of the varied terrain of the Balkans and the impressive descent over the Turkish coast. Keep your camera ready as you pass the Taurus Mountains for some of the route's most dramatic photography.
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Riga Old Town
Aerial view of the Daugava River and the medieval spires of Riga's historic center shortly after takeoff.
Black Sea Horizon
Distant views of the Bulgarian coastline and the vast blue expanse of the western Black Sea.
Anatolian Plateau
The arid and dramatic landscapes of central Turkey, featuring unique geological formations.
Cape Greco
The southeastern tip of Cyprus, known for its sea caves and striking turquoise waters during the descent.
Choose the left side for morning flights to enjoy the sunrise over Eastern Europe. It offers the best perspective of Riga's urban layout during the initial climb out of RIX. If the flight path skirts the eastern edge of Turkey, you will see the rugged terrain of the Taurus Mountains meeting the sea.
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Get eSIMs for CyprusDistance: 2,557 km (1,589 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 25 min
Departure: RIX (56.92359924316406, 23.971099853515625)
Arrival: LCA (34.875099182128906, 33.62490081787109)
Route Type: International
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