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Larnaca Airport Bus

Larnaca Airport (LCA) is the main international airport in Cyprus serving more than 7 million passengers annually. The airport is located only 4 kilometres southwest of Larnaca. The second largest airport is Paphos International Airport on the other side of the island. Larnaca Airport became the main airport for the island after Turkish invasion in 1974 which led to the closure of Nicosia Airport. Larnaca Airport nowadays serves as a hub for Aegean Airlines, Cobalt Air, Cyprus Airways and Tus Airways. The airport has only one terminal – departures on the upper level and arrivals on the ground level.

How to get from Larnaca Airport to Larnaca and Nicosia

Airport shuttle

The airport in Larnaca is very well connected with both Larnaca and other cities on the island. Buses can be found on the left side of the Upper Departure Level exit.

Larnaca Airport to Larnaca – Larnaca Airport is located only 4 kilometres southwest of the city center so it shouldn’t be a problem getting there quickly. There are 6 buses which operate in direction to Larnaca, while the fastest ones are lines 417 and 429 (to Larnaca bus station). One-way ticket costs €1.50.

Larnaca Airport to Nicosia – since the airport in Nicosia is closed, shuttle bus runs every day from Larnaca Airport to Nicosia. Travel time is approximately 40 minutes. One-way ticket costs around €8 and it can be bought on the following link:

Larnaca Airport to NicosiaNicosia to Larnaca Airport

Larnaca Airport to Limassol –  Shuttle bus from Larnaca Airport to Limassol is also very frequent and it runs every hour throughout the day. The bus stops at Agios Georgios Havouzas Church in Limassol and bus fare costs €9.

Larnaca Airport to Ayia Napa – The best party destination on Cyprus also has a very good connection with Larnaca Airport. Buses depart once an hour and bus ticket will cost you €8 → timetable

Larnaca Airport to Paphos Airport – There is a shuttle bus connection between the two largest airports on Cyprus. Journey time lasts around 1.5 hour with the prices around €15. You can buy tickets on the following link:

Larnaca Airport to Paphos AirportPaphos Airport to Larnaca Airport

Taxi

Getting a taxi ride to Larnaca center is way quicker option of transport, especially if you are in a hurry. Taxis here are a bit pricier than usual so you will pay around €15-20. But then again, if you are travelling with friends, the expense won’t be too high. Also, make sure that taximeter is running or even better, try to negotiate the price with driver before getting in.

Transfer

Booking a private transfer is definitely a safer option than a taxi and more suitable for bigger groups or families with children. Your driver will wait for you in front of the airport. Don’t worry if your flight is in delay, transfer companies are monitoring your flight.

Renting a car at Larnaca Airport

There are five rental companies with their offices at Larnaca Airport. Renting a car is a great option if you want to explore Cyprus on your own. You can rent a car at Avis, Hertz, Europcar, Sixt or Astra. If you want to avoid queues and have a car already waiting for you, book it online.

From Larnaca Airport to Finikoudes: Finikoudes is the most famous beach in south Cyprus and it is long almost half a kilometre and it is indispensable stop on your visit to Larnaca. Bus line 425 connects LCA and Finikoudes beach and bus fare costs €1.50

Larnaca Airport FAQs

I arrive late at the airport. Will it be a problem for me to get to the city?

Well, considering the fact that Larnaca is only 4 kilometres from the airport, getting to the city won’t be a problem at all. There are several bus lines which operate from the airport to Larnaca centre but in case you happen to miss them all, taxi will wait outside the airport.

I have an early morning departure from the airport, are there any airport hotels I can stay at?

Since the airport is so close to the city, there are no hotels in the proximity of Larnaca Airport. If you need to catch a bus early in the morning, the earliest departures are from 06:00 onwards. Alternatively, you will always have a taxi at disposal.

Can I exchange money at the airport to pay for my transfer?

There’s a local bank branch at Larnaca Airport where you can exchange money and get euros. If you don’t want to wait in line, there are many ATMs where you can withdraw euros directly. However, travellers are always advised to bring euros prior to the flight to avoid bad exchange rates.

I would like to visit Larnaca in between flights. Is that possible?

Larnaca Airport is not really a transitory airport but if it actually happens that you need to transfer in Larnaca, there won’t be any problems. Larnaca city is close to the airport, it only takes you 15-20 minutes to reach the city.

  4Comments

  1. Per

    Hello how arrange I bus tickets from the Bus Business from Larnaca airport to Limassol?

    • Maja

      Hi,

      there is a bus connecting Larnaca Airport and Limassol by Limassol Airport Express. Check out the schedule here.

      Best,
      GBB Team

  2. Julie donnelly

    I would like to no if I can get a bus to Nicosia airport .as am in paphos what is the best way for this .regards Julie donnelly

    • Maja Tramontana

      Hi Julie,

      Nicosia Airport is closed for commercial flights.
      However, if you still need to reach the location, the most convenient way is to take a bus from Paphos to Nicosia.
      Once in Nicosia, we suppose there are no buses going to Nicosia airport at the moment, as there is no such need. But, we suggest you double-check this information, probably best way to do it is to ask at the main bus station in Nicosia.
      The alternative option is to take a taxi to the location.

      Best,
      GBB team

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