Introduction
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When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Protaras travel guide

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You're Going to Love Protaras

With a population of 20,230, Protaras is a must-see destination in Famagusta, Cyprus. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 6 days in order to fully appreciate everything Protaras has to offer.

When to visit Protaras

Protaras in February
Estimated flight+hotel price
£148
2 travellers
Flight to Protaras
3 nights at hotel
Protaras in February
Estimated flight+hotel price
£148
2 travellers
Flight to Protaras
3 nights at hotel

How to Get to Protaras

Plane

Although Protaras doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Larnaca Airport (LCA), which is located 25 miles from Protaras. Nicosia Ercan is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, British Airways, Jet2 and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest flight to Protaras from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 4h 35m.

Car

Another option to get to Protaras is to pick up a car hire from Paphos, which is about 94 miles from Protaras. You’ll find branches of Budget and Alamo, among others, in Paphos.

Plane

Although Protaras doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Larnaca Airport (LCA), which is located 25 miles from Protaras. Nicosia Ercan is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, British Airways, Jet2 and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest flight to Protaras from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 4h 35m.

Car

Another option to get to Protaras is to pick up a car hire from Paphos, which is about 94 miles from Protaras. You’ll find branches of Budget and Alamo, among others, in Paphos.

Airports near Protaras

ECNNicosia Ercan
PFOPaphos
LCALarnaca

Airlines serving Protaras

KLM
Good (1,426 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,603 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,550 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,011 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,071 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,798 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,679 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,432 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,063 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,500 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,496 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (875 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,322 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,591 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,334 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,141 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (903 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,903 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,211 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (389 reviews)
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Where to stay in Protaras

From 5-star hotels such as the Sunrise Pearl Hotel & Spa to great affordable options like the Toxotis Hotel, Protaras offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around £76 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £104 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Protaras

Most booked hotels in Protaras

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Nissiblu Beach Resort
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
£104+
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Cavo Maris Beach Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
£76+
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Hotel Napa Suites Adults Only
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
£88+
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Chrysomare Beach Hotel & Resort
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£79+
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Evalena Beach Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£76+
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Napa Plaza Hotel (Adults Only)
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£81+
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Hiring a car in Protaras

Hiring a car in Protaras costs £26 per day, on average, or £157 if you want to hire it for 6 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 32% more expensive than at Larnaca.

Expect to pay £1.18 per litre in Protaras (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £14.06 and £18.75. The most frequently booked car type in Protaras is Economy (Opel Corsa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Daewoo Matiz or similar) is, on average, 53% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Protaras costs £26 per day, on average, or £157 if you want to hire it for 6 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 32% more expensive than at Larnaca.

Expect to pay £1.18 per litre in Protaras (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £14.06 and £18.75. The most frequently booked car type in Protaras is Economy (Opel Corsa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Daewoo Matiz or similar) is, on average, 53% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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