Introduction
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When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
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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
£146
2 travellers
Flight to Protaras
3 nights at hotel
Protaras in February
Estimated flight+hotel price
£146
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 British Airways, easyJet, 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 40m.

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 Elephant Rent A Car and Autorent Cyprus, 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 British Airways, easyJet, 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 40m.

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 Elephant Rent A Car and Autorent Cyprus, among others, in Paphos.

Airports near Protaras

ECNNicosia Ercan
PFOPaphos
LCALarnaca

Airlines serving Protaras

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,244 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,053 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (769 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,922 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (349 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 £75 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £168 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Protaras

Most booked hotels in Protaras

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Amarande (Adults Only)
5 stars
Excellent (9.3, Excellent reviews)
£157+
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Nissiblu Beach Resort
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
£149+
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Leonardo Crystal Cove Hotel & Spa by the sea
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
£95+
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Cavo Maris Beach Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£89+
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Hotel Napa Suites (Adults Only)
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
£90+
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Chrysomare Beach Hotel & Resort
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£155+
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Hiring a car in Protaras

Hiring a car in Protaras costs £33 per day, on average, or £200 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, 37% 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 £13.61 and £18.14. Mini (Kia Picanto or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Protaras, while also 64% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Protaras costs £33 per day, on average, or £200 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, 37% 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 £13.61 and £18.14. Mini (Kia Picanto or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Protaras, while also 64% cheaper than other types, on average.

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