New York to Larnaca (JFK–LCA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Last scheduled nonstop: Apr 2026.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
JFK–LCA had nonstop service from arkia, last on the schedule in April 2026. There's no nonstop on it right now, so today you'd fly it with one stop. The connecting options below are sorted by layover. Nonstop, it's about 5,477 miles in 8h 52m.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IZ arkia | 0 | – | – | – | – |
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Larnaca from New York
| Metric | JFK→LCA | EWR→LCA |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from JFK | – | 21 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | – | 1 |
| Weekly flights | – | – |
| Flight time | 8h 52m | 9h 45m |
| Departure OTP | 31% | – |
Travel Essentials
JFK: EDT · LCA: EEST
When it's 6:00 PM in New York, it's 1:00 AM (next day) in Larnaca.
US passport holders enter Cyprus visa-free for up to 90 days within any 180-day period. No advance application is needed. Cyprus is an EU member but not in the Schengen area, so time spent in Cyprus does not count against your Schengen 90-day limit. Passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the planned departure from Cyprus. At Larnaca International Airport (LCA) or Paphos Airport (PFO), immigration stamps your passport with no forms to fill out.
The Republic of Cyprus controls the southern part of the island. The northern part operates under a separate administration. US citizens can cross between south and north at designated checkpoints (Ledra Street in Nicosia is the most popular pedestrian crossing). Your Republic of Cyprus entry stamp is sufficient for crossing into the north. Entering Cyprus through a northern port of entry (Ercan Airport) is not recognized by the Republic of Cyprus and may create complications.
No direct flights connect the US to Cyprus. Route through London (about 4 hours 30 minutes to LCA on multiple carriers), Athens (about 1 hour 30 minutes to LCA on Aegean), or Frankfurt (about 3 hours 45 minutes). Total travel time from the US East Coast runs 12 to 16 hours. Cyprus uses the euro, trading at roughly $1.08 per EUR 1. Card payments work widely. Local buses between cities cost EUR 4 to EUR 7 (Larnaca to Nicosia takes about 1 hour). Car rental is the practical way to explore: rates start at EUR 20 per day. Cyprus drives on the left, a legacy of British colonial rule.
The AirTrain connects JFK to the NYC subway and Long Island Rail Road at Jamaica Station (Howard Beach is the other connection point). Subway fare plus AirTrain totals $9.25 from midtown Manhattan; allow 60–75 minutes. LIRR from Penn Station takes 25–30 minutes to Jamaica, then 8–10 minutes on AirTrain; total fare around $10–15 depending on time of day.Taxis from Manhattan to JFK are a flat rate of $70 plus tolls and tip ($85–95 all-in). Ride-shares cost $45–80 depending on traffic and time of day. A dedicated express rail (JFK Connect) has been proposed but does not exist yet.
JFK–LCA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from JFK to LCA
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Larnaca International Airport (LCA) had nonstop service from arkia, last on the schedule in April 2026. The nonstop is dormant right now, so the way to fly it today is one connection, and the options above are sorted by layover.
JFK to LCA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from JFK to LCA is about 8 hours 52 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 5,477 miles (8,814 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Belgrade Nikola Tesla, Ben Gurion and Athens Eleftherios Venizelos. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Newark (EWR).