Introduction
What to do
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
£143
2 travellers
Flight to Protaras
3 nights at hotel
Protaras in February
Estimated flight+hotel price
£143
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 41 km from Protaras. Nicosia Ercan is the most popular, with regular flights from British Airways, American Airlines, 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 151 km from Protaras. You’ll find branches of AERCAR 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 41 km from Protaras. Nicosia Ercan is the most popular, with regular flights from British Airways, American Airlines, 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 151 km from Protaras. You’ll find branches of AERCAR and Alamo, among others, in Paphos.

Airports near Protaras

ECNNicosia Ercan
PFOPaphos
LCALarnaca

Airlines serving Protaras

KLM
Good (1,454 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,786 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,742 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,205 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,216 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,873 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,293 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,534 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,736 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,519 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (896 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,683 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,720 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,181 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,395 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,362 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,898 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (962 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (293 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,149 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 £72 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £89 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Protaras

Most booked hotels in Protaras

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Margadina Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
£60+
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Cavo Maris Beach Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
£71+
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Chrysomare Beach Hotel & Resort
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
£88+
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Melpo Antia Hotel & Suites
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£59+
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Protaras Plaza Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£54+
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Capo Bay Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£108+
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Hiring a car in Protaras

Hiring a car in Protaras costs £38 per day, on average, or £228 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, 53% more expensive than at Larnaca.

Expect to pay £1.14 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 £13.62 and £18.16. Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Protaras, while also 54% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Protaras costs £38 per day, on average, or £228 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, 53% more expensive than at Larnaca.

Expect to pay £1.14 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 £13.62 and £18.16. Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Protaras, while also 54% cheaper than other types, on average.

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