Travelling from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Larnaca Airport (LCA): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 25 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Hamad International Airport to Larnaca Airport.
Larnaca's timezone is UTC+2, making Larnaca one hour behind Doha.
Every week, there are eight Hamad International Airport to Larnaca Airport flights. If you want to jet off as early as possible, select the 07:55 Qatar Airways flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 15:45 with Qatar Airways.
Your DOH to LCA flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like August. 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.
Qatar Airways is your ticket to exploring Larnaca (and perhaps some other great corners of Cyprus!). Check out the direct flights from Hamad International Airport to Larnaca Airport offered by this airline.
Qatar Airways is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
Qatar Airways tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier for DOH to LCA flights, with 87.88% of services landing as scheduled.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Hamad International Airport to Larnaca Airport. Here are the top stopovers between DOH and LCA:
Cairo Airport
Amman Queen Alia Airport
Beirut Airport
Handy information about Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Hamad International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from DOH arrive at their destination as scheduled 81% of the time.
Central Doha to Hamad International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 35 minutes.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near DOH. Whether you're taking an early flight from Hamad International Airport to Larnaca Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Larnaca Airport (LCA)
If you have a late Hamad International Airport to Larnaca Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these hotels near LCA:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Larnaca Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Get Your Car, Aercar or 7777 Rent and experience more of Larnaca and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Larnaca Airport around three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Larnaca Airport (LCA) to central Larnaca
From Larnaca Airport, Larnaca is approximately 3 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 20 minutes.
When to fly to Larnaca Airport (LCA)
The quietest month for a flight from Hamad International Airport to Larnaca Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Larnaca based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from Hamad International Airport to Larnaca Airport for August if you'd like to explore Larnaca during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 25ºC and 36ºC.
February sees average temperatures of between 9ºC and 19ºC. Search for cheap tickets from DOH to LCA sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Cyprus
You've done Larnaca, now it's time to discover other corners of Cyprus. Journey about 40 kilometres north-west to Nicosia to tick off its top sights. From Medieval Venetian Walls to St John's Cathedral and Byzantine Museum, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're eager to discover another side of Cyprus, head for Limassol, about 56 kilometres south-west of Larnaca. Limassol Marina, Adventure Park and Molos Seaside Park are key reasons to visit.
