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 October
Estimated flight+hotel price
£40
2 travellers
Flight to Protaras
3 nights at hotel
Protaras in October
Estimated flight+hotel price
£40
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 Jet2, British Airways, American Airlines and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest flight to Protaras from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 4h 30m.

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 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 Jet2, British Airways, American Airlines and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest flight to Protaras from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 4h 30m.

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 Alamo, among others, in Paphos.

Airports near Protaras

ECNNicosia Ercan
PFOPaphos
LCALarnaca

Airlines serving Protaras

KLM
Good (1,499 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,926 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,889 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,409 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,304 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,922 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,572 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (903 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,750 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,559 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,728 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,930 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,188 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,387 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,430 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,938 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,187 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (1,002 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,336 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (305 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 £102 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Protaras

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Crystal Springs Beach Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9.4, Excellent reviews)
£84+
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Margadina Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
£70+
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Cavo Maris Beach Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
£81+
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Kokkinos Boutique Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
£58+
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Faros Hotel Ayia Napa
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
£70+
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Chrysomare Beach Hotel & Resort
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£102+
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Hiring a car in Protaras

Hiring a car in Protaras costs £28 per day, on average, or £171 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, 40% more expensive than at Larnaca.

Expect to pay £1.30 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 £15.49 and £20.65. Mini (Toyota Aygo or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Protaras, while also 10% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Protaras costs £28 per day, on average, or £171 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, 40% more expensive than at Larnaca.

Expect to pay £1.30 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 £15.49 and £20.65. Mini (Toyota Aygo or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Protaras, while also 10% cheaper than other types, on average.

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