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LCA Larnaca International Airport
Larnaca International Airport (IATA: LCA, ICAO:LCLK) is located in the the city of Larnaca, Cyprus. It is the primary international airport serving Larnaca and its surrounding metropolitan area. Phone Number :+35724804715

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IATA Code

LCA

ICAO Code

LCLK

Name

Larnaca International Airport

Type

Main Airport

Country / Region

Cyprus (CY)

City

Larnaca

Latitude

34.8751170

Longitude

33.6248500

Time Zone

UTC+02:00

Phone Number

+35724804715

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Airport Overview

Larnaca International Airport (LCA)

Larnaca International Airport is Cyprus’ principal international gateway and the larger commercial airport serving the Republic of Cyprus. It is located approximately 4 km southwest of Larnaca, with the city centre about 5 km away, and operates in the Eastern Mediterranean market between Europe and the Middle East. For international freight, the airport is primarily a passenger-airport gateway with belly-hold capacity and handling arrangements that must be confirmed for each booking. The former terminal area has been described as being used or designated for cargo-related and private-aviation functions; the exact cargo acceptance point, operating window and handling agent remain shipment-specific. Our service team can coordinate routing, document checks, pre-alerts and local delivery planning through the appointed ground handler.

Official airport name	Larnaca International Airport
Location	Larnaca, Cyprus
Codes	IATA: LCA \| ICAO: LCLK
Coordinates	34.8751170, 33.6248500
Time zone	UTC+02:00; daylight-saving arrangements should be checked for the shipment date
Airport telephone	+357 24804715

Key Highlights

Operational Profile for Freight Forwarders

01International gateway: suitable for Cyprus-bound air freight and selected Europe–Eastern Mediterranean connections, subject to airline capacity and seasonal schedules.
02Passenger-airport dependence: much international cargo may move as belly freight, so aircraft type, payload limits and passenger-season capacity can affect acceptance.
03Short urban approach: the airport is close to Larnaca, which can support local delivery planning, although collection slots and customs release remain decisive.
04Island logistics: missed connections, customs holds or rejected documents can create longer recovery times than at a large continental hub; contingency routing should be planned in advance.
05Handling confirmation required: cargo terminal, cut-off, acceptance hours, special-cargo capability and delivery procedures should be reconfirmed before issuing final shipping instructions.

Cargo Facilities & Services

Facility Planning and Handling Scope

Available services depend on the airline, appointed ground handling company, cargo type and operational period. Our service team verifies the applicable acceptance channel before booking rather than assuming that passenger-terminal facilities can process commercial freight.

Cargo acceptance and breakdown: cargo is normally tendered through the designated airline or ground-handler cargo facility. Confirm whether loose cargo, pallets, ULDs, oversized pieces or security-screened freight are accepted on the selected flight.
Cargo-related terminal capacity: the supplied airport profile identifies cargo-related use of the former terminal area. Current access, storage allocation and transfer procedures require confirmation with the airport operator or handling agent.
Temperature-sensitive cargo: request written confirmation of cool-room availability, acceptable temperature range, tarmac exposure limits and after-hours handling before shipping pharmaceuticals, perishables or biological materials.
Dangerous goods: acceptance is airline- and handler-specific. Pre-approval, a compliant Shipper’s Declaration where required, correct labels and packing instructions should be completed before delivery to the cargo facility.
Customs and controlled freight: customs presentation, import release, transit documentation and any bonded movement must be arranged against the actual routing and consignee status; storage or inspection options must not be assumed.
Private and special movements: the airport also handles private aviation and official/VIP movements. Such activity may affect access controls, vehicle permissions and collection procedures for time-critical cargo.

Routes & Transit Times

Routing Logic for International Shipments

Europe: shipments may be built on direct passenger capacity where available or consolidated through a larger European gateway. Final routing depends on origin, airline allotment, aircraft payload and the shipment’s dimensions.
Middle East and onward connections: selected cargo may connect through regional hubs, but transfer acceptance, security screening and minimum connection time must be checked before confirmation.
Asia and the Americas: these movements commonly require one or more hub transfers or a combined air-and-road solution. Our team compares connection risk, total transit time and recovery options rather than selecting solely by air distance.
Time-sensitive planning: quoted transit is subject to booking confirmation, cargo-ready time, origin export clearance, airline cut-off, transfer performance, customs release and seasonal capacity. No fixed transit promise should be made before the routing is issued.

Hinterland & Key Cargo

Service Area and Commodity Fit

Primary hinterland: Larnaca and the wider Republic of Cyprus, with onward road delivery planned according to consignee location, customs status and local receiving hours.
Typical air-freight profile: time-sensitive commercial shipments, electronics and spare parts, apparel and retail replenishment, samples, documents, engineering components and high-value general cargo may be suitable, subject to airline acceptance.
Perishables and pharmaceuticals: these require a confirmed temperature-control chain, packaging validation, handling instructions and consignee readiness. Seasonal heat and apron exposure should be included in the risk assessment.
Oversized and heavy freight: verify aircraft door dimensions, loading equipment, piece weight, ULD compatibility and road access before accepting a quote. Passenger aircraft restrictions can be material.
Island delivery risk: customs delays, limited recovery flight options and local public holidays can affect replenishment programs. Our team recommends buffer stock or alternative gateway planning for critical supply chains.

Operations & Compliance

Pre-Advice, Documentation and Acceptance Controls

Confirm the real cut-off: airline cargo cut-off, security-screening cut-off and warehouse receiving hours can differ. Our service team obtains the applicable deadline after the flight and handling agent are selected.
Prepare complete shipment data: the commercial invoice, packing list, air waybill instructions, HS classification, shipper and consignee details, origin information and any import permits should be consistent before cargo tender.
Declare special cargo early: dangerous goods, lithium batteries, dry ice, temperature-controlled products, live animals, human remains, valuables and oversized pieces require advance screening and may be refused if declared only at delivery.
Plan customs release: the consignee or appointed customs broker should be ready to submit import or transit entries, respond to inspection requests and arrange taxes or permits. Cargo should not be dispatched to the airport without confirming the customs process.
Control collection: release instructions, terminal charges, identification, vehicle access and delivery appointment requirements should be checked before sending a truck. The airport’s proximity to Larnaca does not remove warehouse or security restrictions.

Shipping Tips

Practical Booking Recommendations

Book with a complete cargo profile: provide dimensions, gross weight, piece count, commodity, stackability, battery status and required temperature range at quotation stage.
Use robust export packaging: protect against repeated hub handling and humid or hot ramp conditions; mark each piece clearly and separate incompatible dangerous goods.
Build a fallback: for urgent or high-value freight, ask our service team to compare direct capacity with a European or regional hub alternative and define the decision point for rebooking.
Align all parties: pre-alert the airline or handler, customs broker, consignee and delivery provider with the same air waybill, invoice, packing list and special-handling instructions.
Verify before tender: obtain written confirmation of booking status, cargo acceptance location, cut-off, screening requirement, special-cargo approval and collection process.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common Forwarding Questions

Can Larnaca International Airport handle commercial air freight?

Yes, international commercial freight can be arranged through participating airlines and their appointed ground handlers. Acceptance depends on the flight, commodity, dimensions, security status and available cargo facilities. Our service team confirms the actual acceptance channel before tender.

Is a direct flight always the fastest option?

No. Direct capacity may be limited by seasonal schedules, aircraft payload or cargo cut-offs. A reliable connection through a suitable European or regional hub may provide a better total transit plan, subject to transfer acceptance and customs requirements.

Can temperature-controlled pharmaceuticals or perishables be shipped?

They may be accepted when the airline and handler confirm the required temperature-control process. The shipper should provide product temperature limits, packaging details, dry-ice quantity where applicable and handling instructions before booking.

What is the main risk when sending dangerous goods?

The most common risks are incorrect classification, incomplete declarations, non-compliant packaging, undeclared batteries or missing airline approval. Submit the SDS and dangerous-goods details early so our team can complete an acceptance review.

How should delivery to the airport be arranged?

Do not send a vehicle solely based on the airport address. Confirm the cargo terminal, warehouse receiving window, security requirements, truck access and booking reference with the appointed handler before dispatch.

Data Sources & Provenance

Verification Boundary

Airport identity, codes, coordinates, address, telephone number and time-zone information are based on the airport master data supplied for this page. Operational details that can change by airline, season or handler—such as cargo acceptance points, cut-offs, storage availability, special-cargo capability, schedules and customs procedures—must be confirmed for the individual shipment.

Airport operator and current airport operations: hermesairports.com
International air transport standards and cargo terminology: iata.org
Cyprus customs and import/export compliance reference: mof.gov.cy

Our service team uses these sources as reference points and validates the live booking, handling and customs conditions with the relevant airline, ground handler, broker and consignee before cargo acceptance.