Larnaca International Airport (LCA)

Arriving passengers disembark directly into the terminal concourse via jet bridges or bus transfers, proceeding through centralized immigration and customs control before entering the main arrivals hall.

• Follow signage from the gate to passport control on the upper level.
• Join the appropriate queue for EU/EEA/Swiss citizens or Third-Country nationals for passport inspection.
• Proceed down to the baggage reclaim area to collect checked luggage from designated carousels.
• Pass through customs control, choosing the Green Channel if you have nothing to declare or Red Channel if carrying goods over duty-free allowances.
• Exit into the public arrivals hall where car rental desks, information kiosks, taxis, and public transport stops are located.

• Bus

  Public Bus

  Cyprus Public Transport operates local bus routes (such as route 425) connecting the airport terminal directly to Larnaca city centre and the Finikoudes promenade.

  Time:

  roughly 15-25 minutes to Larnaca centre

  Typical cost:

  typically €2.00 - €3.50

• Train

  Direct Express Shuttle

  Coach shuttle services (such as Kapnos Airport Shuttle) run direct routes from outside the terminal to major cities across Cyprus including Nicosia and Limassol.

  Time:

  roughly 40-50 minutes to Nicosia or Limassol

  Typical cost:

  typically €9.00 - €10.00

• Taxi

  Taxi

  Official metered taxis are available 24/7 from the designated taxi rank located directly outside the arrivals hall exit. Surcharges apply for night travel.

  Time:

  roughly 15-20 minutes to Larnaca centre

  Typical cost:

  typically €15.00 - €25.00

• Car rental

  Car Rental

  Major international and local car rental companies maintain service desks inside the arrivals hall, with vehicles parked a short walk away in the dedicated rental car park.

  Time:

  roughly 15 minutes to Larnaca centre

  Typical cost:

  varies by vehicle type and rental duration

As Larnaca Airport operates from a single passenger terminal, transferring between flights involves straightforward movement within the same building.

• Connecting passengers with onward boarding passes should follow 'Flight Transfers' signage upon disembarking.
• Passengers arriving from non-Schengen or international points must pass through security screening before re-entering the departures area.
• If luggage is not checked through to your final destination, you must clear passport control, collect bags at baggage reclaim, and re-check at the main departures desks.

Free Wi-Fi access is available throughout the entire airport terminal for all passengers.

• Select the official network name (Hermes Airport Wi-Fi) on your device.
• Accept the terms and conditions on the landing page to connect.
• High-speed connectivity is available without compulsory paid upgrades.

Financial services including automated teller machines (ATMs) and foreign exchange counters are located in both the arrivals and departures areas.

• ATMs accepting major international bank cards are situated in the public arrivals hall.
• Currency exchange desks operate in the baggage reclaim zone and main landside arrivals concourse.
• The official currency of Cyprus is the Euro (€); contactless credit and debit card payments are widely accepted across transport and retail outlets.

A selection of dining options, cafes, and grab-and-go eateries are accessible both landside before security and airside near the boarding gates.

• Landside facilities include coffee shops and small bakeries in the arrivals hall.
• Airside options expand to international fast food, local Cypriot cafes, and sit-down dining options.
• Vending machines serving cold drinks and snacks are available near arrival waiting areas.

Larnaca Airport features dedicated lounge facilities located in the airside departures zone after security control.

• The Executive Lounge offers comfortable seating, food, drinks, Wi-Fi, and business amenities.
• Access is provided to eligible airline premium class passengers, elite frequent flyer members, and pay-per-use cardholders.

There are no hotels directly inside the terminal building, but numerous accommodation options exist within a 5 to 10-minute drive of the airport.

• Hotels and guesthouses are situated along the nearby coastline and in Larnaca city centre.
• Taxi services operate round-the-clock to transfer arriving guests to nearby hotels.
• Arrangements for airport transfers can often be organised directly through your hotel accommodation.

Baggage claim carousels are located on the ground level immediately after passport control.

• Check flight information display screens upon entering the baggage hall for your assigned carousel number.
• Luggage trolleys are accessible in the baggage reclaim hall for passenger convenience.
• The lost and found desk, managed by the ground handling agents, is situated within the baggage reclaim area for reporting delayed or damaged luggage.

The terminal is equipped with essential amenities to support families travelling with young children.

• Baby changing units and nursing rooms are available in designated restrooms throughout the terminal.
• Children's play areas are located airside in the departures lounge.
• Lifts and wide corridors ensure full accessibility for pushchairs and strollers throughout the facility.

• Free Wi-Fi
• ATMs
• Currency Exchange
• Car Rental Desks
• Taxi Rank
• Information Desk
• Baby Changing Facilities
• First Aid Room

Local emergency number: 112 (National Emergency Number for Police, Ambulance, and Fire).

• Dial 112 from any mobile or landline for immediate assistance from emergency services (Police, Ambulance, Fire).
• For medical assistance inside the terminal, notify airport staff or visit the Airport Information Desk in the arrivals hall.
• If you lose your passport, contact your embassy or high commission in Cyprus; the nearest police station can provide an official loss report.

• Check your passport validity and any visa, ETA or entry declaration required.
• Confirm your departure terminal on your boarding pass the day before.
• Activate a travel eSIM so you are online the moment you land.
• Download offline maps and screenshot your hotel address and booking reference.
• Tell your bank you are travelling and carry a backup payment card.
• Save the local emergency number and your embassy contact in your phone.
• Photograph your passport and store the copy somewhere you can reach offline.
• Check baggage allowance and any restricted items for your destination.

Airport operations change. Always confirm terminals, fares and timetables with the official sources below before you travel.

• Hermes Airports - Larnaca International Airport Official PortalOfficial airport source
• Civil Registry and Migration Department - Ministry of InteriorGovernment source
• Department of Customs and Excise - Ministry of FinanceGovernment source
• Cyprus Public TransportOfficial transit source
• Cyprus Police - Emergency ServicesGovernment source