Introduction
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 November
Estimated hotel price
€75
1 night at 3-star hotel
Protaras in November
Estimated hotel price
€75
1 night at 3-star 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. The shortest flight to Protaras from Ireland departs from Dublin and takes around 8h 40m.

Car

Another option to get to Protaras is to pick up a car hire from Larnaca, which is about 24 miles from Protaras. You’ll find branches of AERCAR and Autorent Cyprus, among others, in Larnaca.

Plane

Although Protaras doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Larnaca Airport (LCA), which is located 25 miles from Protaras. The shortest flight to Protaras from Ireland departs from Dublin and takes around 8h 40m.

Car

Another option to get to Protaras is to pick up a car hire from Larnaca, which is about 24 miles from Protaras. You’ll find branches of AERCAR and Autorent Cyprus, among others, in Larnaca.

Airports near Protaras

ECNNicosia Ercan
PFOPaphos
LCALarnaca

Airlines serving Protaras

KLM
Good (1,443 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,744 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,692 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,109 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,204 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,859 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,193 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,728 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,523 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,486 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (894 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,652 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,662 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,374 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,356 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,173 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,894 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (290 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (948 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,251 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 €74 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to €107 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)
€72+
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Cavo Maris Beach Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
€88+
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Sunrise Gardens Aparthotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
€80+
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Melpo Antia Hotel & Suites
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
€67+
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Capo Bay Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
€120+
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Limanaki Beach Hotel & Suites
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
€67+
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Hiring a car in Protaras

Expect to pay €1.32 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 €15.78 and €21.04. The most frequently booked car type in Protaras is Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Daewoo Matiz or similar) is, on average, 61% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay €1.32 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 €15.78 and €21.04. The most frequently booked car type in Protaras is Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Daewoo Matiz or similar) is, on average, 61% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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