Paphos car hires from £12/day

A compact sedan will best suit the narrow streets of Paphos, so you should consider renting something similar to a Suzuki Alto or Ford Fiesta. Keep in mind that manual transmission cars are far more common throughout Europe and, if you wish to rent an automatic, you will need to specify this to the hire agency and likely pay an additional charge.

Unless otherwise indicated, the speed limit in urban areas such as residential and commercial is 50 km/h (31 mph). On unmarked rural roads the maximum speed is 80 km/h (49 mph), while on motorways the speed limit is 100 km/h (62 mph). Don’t drive above the speed limit, as police regularly patrol the roads and will not let it slide just because you are a tourist.

Parking in the center of town is achievable and affordable; first look at securing an on-street parking spot close to the attractions you first want to visit. These will be metered and cost around €0.20 ($0.23 USD) per hour. Close to the Paphos Harbor there is a municipality parking area which is free, but this will likely fill up early in the morning during the peak summer vacation period.

On average a car hire in Paphos costs £22 per day.

The average price of fuel in Paphos is £4.32 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between £52 and £69, depending on the car size.

Compact (Kia Stonic or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Paphos.

Car hire companies onsite at Paphos airport include Elephant Rent A Car, Autorent Cyprus, Exer Rent a Car, AbbyCar Car Rentals, AERCAR, 7777 Rentcar, Cargini, Budget, Autounion Car Rental and SURPRICE CAR RENTAL.

Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Paphos airport to off-airport locations include AbbyCar Car Rentals, AERCAR, Budget, Autounion Car Rental, SURPRICE CAR RENTAL, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, FLIZZR, Hertz, Payless and Avis.

Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.

A Compact car hire in Paphos costs £27 per day, on average.

An Economy car hire in Paphos costs £19 per day, on average.

A Mini car hire in Paphos costs £15 per day, on average.

In Paphos, cars are most frequently hired at Elephant Rent A Car Paphos Airport Road (5 miles from city centre).

Most car hire providers in Paphos offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car hire in Paphos, check out KAYAK's car hire insurance guide.

Yes, drivers under the age of 25 may face additional charges when hiring a car in Paphos. These charges are due to the increased risk of accidents among younger drivers. However, some car hire companies may waive the fees for drivers between the ages of 21-24, depending on their driving history and experience. If you have a licence that isn't a year old, you likely won't be able to hire a car in Paphos.

It's important to know the traffic laws in Paphos before heading out with your hire car. In Cyprus, you must drive on the left side of the road. It is mandatory to wear seat belts at all times while driving for all passengers, and using a mobile phone while operating a vehicle is prohibited. It's also worth noting that driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs is a severe offence and can result in fines, licence suspension, or even imprisonment. Finally, pay attention to road signs and signals, and be prepared to adapt to local driving customs.