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Larnaca Airport: A Guide to the Air Hub

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Larnaca Airport is Cyprus's main air hub. How to navigate inside, available services, parking, and transport connections to the island’s cities.

Larnaca Airport: how to navigate inside, available services, parking, and transport connections

Check-in at Larnaca Airport

There are three ways to check in for your flight.

Check-in Counters

The check-in areas are clearly marked in each terminal. To find your airline’s counter, check the flight information screens near the entrances. Cross-check the airline, destination, flight number, and departure time to locate the correct counter.

Self-Check-in Kiosks

You can print your baggage tags yourself using one of the Tagomat kiosks or one of the new self-service kiosks in under 10 seconds. Airport staff are available to assist if needed.

Then, you can proceed to the self-bag drop counter to check your luggage and continue your journey.

Online Check-in

In this case, everything is done on the airline’s website. Here is a list of carriers with links to their online check-in pages.

When you arrive at the airport, simply drop off your luggage at your airline’s baggage drop-off point, or if you’re traveling with hand luggage only, head straight to passport control.

Baggage Wrapping at Larnaca Airport

Safe-Sac is the company providing baggage wrapping services at Larnaca Airport, with a guarantee of up to €3,000 in case of loss or damage. Your personal belongings will be wrapped in less than 60 seconds and protected. The airport’s weighing machines are calibrated according to airline weighing standards.

If you’re on a short trip and want to leave your baggage at the airport, there are storage lockers available in the check-in area.

Duty-Free Shops at Larnaca Airport

The departure area features various duty-free shops. A traditional selection of popular brand clothing, accessories, perfumes, and alcohol. Special mention goes to the Kypriaka shop, which brings together the best local products, embodying the traditions, flavors, and aromas of Cyprus. You can explore the airport's range on the Cyprus Duty Free website.

Cafes and Restaurants at Larnaca Airport

There is a wide selection of eateries at the airport, located in the arrival zone, in the departure area before passport control, and in the airside area.

List of Cafes at Larnaca Airport

  • Avli
  • Burger King
  • Camden Food Co
  • Costa Coffee
  • Dao Dao
  • Diner Onair
  • Factory Kitchen & Bar
  • Flavours
  • Flo Cafe
  • Food for Flight
  • Haven
  • Levito
  • Ritazza
  • Segafredo Espresso
  • TA.SH.BA Bistro Bar
  • Upper Crust

Business Lounges at Larnaca Airport

Larnaca Airport has two business lounges where you can relax before your flight, enjoy snacks or refreshments from a well-stocked buffet, or work in a quiet environment.

Skala Lounge

The newly renovated and fully modernized Skala Lounge offers a wide range of amenities. It is located on the third floor of Larnaca Airport, and its services are available after payment.

Aegean Business Lounge

The Aegean Airlines Business Lounge is located on the third floor of Larnaca Airport. If you are traveling in Aegean Airlines business class or are a member of the “Miles & Bonus Gold” or “Star Alliance Gold” programs, you can use the offered amenities.

Parking at Larnaca Airport

If you are leaving Cyprus for a short period through Larnaca, the island’s main airport, you can use the airport’s parking facilities. There is short-term parking for those dropping off or picking up passengers, as well as long-term parking for travelers who want to leave their car and collect it upon return. For more details about the types of parking, differences, costs, and how to book a space, check out our article on parking at Larnaca Airport.

How to Get to Larnaca Airport

You can get to various points across Cyprus from Larnaca Airport using different modes of transport. You can, of course, reach the airport by the same means.

Public Transport to Larnaca Airport

Buses can take you to several cities and vice versa. We covered all the options in the following articles:

Taxi from Larnaca Airport

Taxis can take you anywhere, but the cost varies. On average, it’s around €50 to Larnaca and over €100 to Paphos. Here’s a list of taxi apps in Cyprus to check prices.

Car Rental at the Airport

Arguably the best option for both cost and freedom of movement. The cost of one taxi trip can already cover several days of car rental — for example, you can find options for less than €20 per day through the Localrent aggregator. Plus, it provides you the freedom to move around the island.

We’ve detailed the specifics of renting a car at the airport in our guide to car rental in Larnaca. You can also check comparison websites yourself — in addition to Localrent, we recommend platforms like DiscoverCars, EconomyBookings, or Rentacar.

Need more information about the parking situation at Larnaca Airport, its opening hours, available car rental companies, duty-free stores, or other services? Check out the official Hermes Airports website.

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