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
€81
1 night at 3-star hotel
Protaras in November
Estimated hotel price
€81
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 41 km from Protaras. The shortest flight to Protaras from Ireland departs from Dublin and takes around 7h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Protaras is to pick up a car hire from Larnaca, which is about 39 km from Protaras. You’ll find branches of AERCAR and Right Cars, among others, in Larnaca.

Plane

Although Protaras doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Larnaca Airport (LCA), which is located 41 km from Protaras. The shortest flight to Protaras from Ireland departs from Dublin and takes around 7h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Protaras is to pick up a car hire from Larnaca, which is about 39 km from Protaras. You’ll find branches of AERCAR and Right Cars, among others, in Larnaca.

Airports near Protaras

ECNNicosia Ercan
PFOPaphos
LCALarnaca

Airlines serving Protaras

Lufthansa
Good (8,090 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,530 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,067 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,428 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,414 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,971 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,613 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (938 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,594 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,850 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,247 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,203 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,415 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,461 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (3,003 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,265 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,420 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (1,007 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (312 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 €117 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to €184 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 Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (9.4, Excellent reviews)
€250+
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Cavo Maris Beach Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
€178+
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Nissiana Hotel & Bungalows
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
€128+
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Tasia Maris Oasis
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
€106+
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Capo Bay Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
€225+
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Adams Beach Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
€231+
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Hiring a car in Protaras

Hiring a car in Protaras costs €49 per day, on average, or €296 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, 62% more expensive than at Larnaca.

Expect to pay €1.62 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 €19.40 and €25.87. Economy (Class Economy Car or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Protaras, while also 68% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Protaras costs €49 per day, on average, or €296 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, 62% more expensive than at Larnaca.

Expect to pay €1.62 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 €19.40 and €25.87. Economy (Class Economy Car or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Protaras, while also 68% cheaper than other types, on average.

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