Travelling from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to Larnaca International Airport (LCA): what you need to know
Larnaca is two hours behind Muscat and observes the UTC+2 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to catch your MCT to LCA flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Muscat International Airport to Larnaca International Airport. These are the top stopovers between MCT and LCA:
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
Queen Alia International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to Larnaca International Airport (LCA)
Currently, 89 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Muscat International Airport to Larnaca International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 159 €. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from MCT to LCA. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Muscat International Airport to Larnaca International Airport across the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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Lock in the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Muscat International Airport to Larnaca International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Muscat International Airport (MCT)
Muscat International Airport maintains a solid on-time record, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from MCT land at their destination as scheduled 85.46% of the time.
To get to Muscat International Airport from central Muscat, it'll take around 10 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of about 1 hour 50 minutes when using public transport.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near MCT. Whether you've booked an early flight from Muscat International Airport to Larnaca International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Larnaca International Airport (LCA)
Consider staying in a hotel close to LCA if you're catching a late Muscat International Airport to Larnaca International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Larnaca International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Get Your Car, Aercar or 7777 Rent and explore beyond Larnaca's main sights.
Reserving your ride from Larnaca International Airport around three weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Larnaca International Airport (LCA) to central Larnaca
Larnaca International Airport is roughly 8 kilometres from central Larnaca. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
When to fly to Larnaca International Airport (LCA)
July is the most popular month for flights from Muscat International Airport to Larnaca International Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Larnaca in January.
The warmest month in Larnaca is August, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF). Book your flights from Muscat International Airport to Larnaca International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from MCT to LCA in February if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
Explore more of Cyprus
You've visited Larnaca, now it's time to discover more of Cyprus. Journey about 40 kilometres north-west to Nicosia to check off its leading attractions. From Ledra Street Crossing Point to Selimiye Mosque and Venetian walls of Nicosia, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Limassol is another standout destination in Cyprus and is around 56 kilometres south-west of Larnaca. No trip is complete without visiting Πλατεία Συντάγματος - Plac Syntagma, Syrou Park and Linear Park Lellas karagianni.