Paphos International Airport (LCPH)
Large airport · Paphos, Paphos District, Cyprus
Airport data
| Name | Paphos International Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | LCPH |
| IATA | PFO |
| Elevation | 41 ft (12 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 34°43'5" E 32°29'9" 34.71800, 32.48570 |
| Location | Paphos, Paphos District, Cyprus |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/29 | 8,858 ft (2700 m) | 148 ft | ASP | Yes |
Paphos International Airport at a glance
Paphos International Airport is a large airport in Paphos, Paphos District, Cyprus, known to airline systems as PFO. The field elevation of 41 ft (12 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at LCPH are all figured from it. The airport handles scheduled commercial service, so expect controlled procedures, published approaches and commercial traffic in the pattern.
The single runway, 11/29, offers 8,858 ft (2700 m) of asp surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 11 points roughly 110° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for LCPH shows the current observation decoded line by line — wind on an instrument dial, visibility, cloud layers and the resulting flight rules — refreshed continuously from official sources.
Nearest airports to Paphos International Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| RAF Akrotiri | LCRA | 48 km (26 NM) |
| Ercan International Airport | LCEN | 105 km (57 NM) |
| Larnaca International Airport | LCLK | 105 km (57 NM) |
| Lefkoniko Airport / Geçitkale Air Base | LCGK | 126 km (68 NM) |
| Gazipaşa-Alanya Airport | LTFG | 177 km (96 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Paphos International Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 41 ft field elevation of Paphos International Airport can translate into a substantially higher density altitude, stretching take-off rolls and flattening climb rates — run the numbers rather than trusting the feel of a standard day. Expect published instrument procedures, controlled airspace and clearance requirements; slots and handling may apply to general aviation traffic.
This entry is one of 5 airports and airfields we list for Cyprus — the country index on the airports hub links the rest. Coordinates above are given in both DMS and decimal degrees so they can go straight into a GPS, a flight planner or a chart plot without conversion.
Where this data comes from
The reference layer behind this page builds on the OurAirports dataset — a public-domain, community-maintained register of the world's airports that many flight planners and apps rely on — with equity records preserved from documented historical listings where the dataset is silent. Figures are carried as published: elevations as surveyed, coordinates as filed, runway dimensions as recorded. Nothing is estimated to fill a gap, and the whole layer regenerates from source on every site build, so corrections upstream arrive here automatically.
Frequently asked questions about Paphos International Airport
What is the ICAO code of Paphos International Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Paphos International Airport is LCPH, and its IATA code is PFO. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Paphos International Airport above sea level?
Paphos International Airport sits at an elevation of 41 feet (12 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Paphos International Airport located?
The airport lies at 34.7180, 32.4857 — in Paphos, Paphos District, Cyprus, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is RAF Akrotiri, about 48 km away.
Does LCPH publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for LCPH appear on its live weather page on this site, refreshed continuously from the US NWS Aviation Weather Center feed.
How long is the runway at Paphos International Airport?
Paphos International Airport has one runway. The longest, 11/29, measures 8,858 ft (2700 m) with a ASP surface.