Paphos International Airport

LCPH / PFO

Paphos, CY

Last Updated
Mar 4, 19:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 29 min ago
19:30Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
14°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 6°C
5 kt
70°
10+ km
Visibility
5,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1023 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LCPH 041930Z 07005KT 9999 BKN050 14/06 Q1023 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 41 ft
BKN 5,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
5,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,041 ft AMSL
QNH
1023 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1022 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (41 ft)
Pressure Alt
-252 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -362 ft
ISA Deviation: -0.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LCPH 041730Z 0418/0518 08008KT 9999 FEW030 SCT050 BECMG 0507/0510 20010KT BECMG 0514/0517 02007KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
19:58Z BASE
+0h
VFR 80° 8 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
07:00Z BECMG
+12h
VFR 200° 10 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
CPH
11 ✈️
29

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 11/29
Active: 11
8,858 ft 148 ft ASP 110°
3.8 kt 3.2 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LCPH

7,749 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
91.1%
MVFR
7.4%
IFR
1.2%
LIFR
0.3%

Paphos International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 91.1% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 8.2 knots, with gusts recorded up to 38 knots. Temperatures typically range between 4°C and 32°C with an average of 18.6°C. The best months for VFR flying are March, September, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 8.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 38 kt
Calm Winds: 1.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
26.6%
NE
8.3%
E
17.3%
SE
5.7%
S
4.7%
SW
3.8%
W
13.2%
NW
19.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 18.6°C
Range: 4°C to 32°C
4°C 32°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0%

Best Months for VFR

March September November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.8 kt

Statistics computed from 7,749 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Paphos International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LCPH
IATA Code: PFO
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 41 ft MSL

Location

City: Paphos
Country: CY
Latitude: 34.717999°
Longitude: 32.485699°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-2

Runway Information

Runway 11/29
Length: 8,858 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Paphos International Airport

Overview

Paphos International Airport (LCPH) is a medium-sized airport located in Cyprus, serving the southwestern region of the island. Situated at an elevation of 41 feet MSL with coordinates 34.717999, 32.485699, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the Paphos metropolitan area and regional transportation needs.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions, with 94.7% of observations indicating clear flying weather. Wind patterns are consistent from the North (0°) at an average of 8 knots, with occasional gusts up to 38 knots. Temperature ranges from 4°C to 32°C, with an average of 19.6°C, supporting stable flight operations throughout the year.

Notable Features

The single runway (11/29) is 8,858 feet long with an asphalt surface, accommodating a wide range of aircraft types. Wind conditions are highly favorable, with 100% of observations supporting runway operations and an average crosswind of only 4.8 knots. Visibility consistently averages 10 statute miles, with no reported significant visibility restrictions.

Approach Considerations

September, October, and November represent the most optimal months for VFR flying at Paphos International Airport. The runway alignment and consistent wind patterns from the North provide predictable approach conditions. Pilots should anticipate calm conditions, with only 1.4% of observations indicating completely calm wind states.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
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NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.