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 April
Estimated hotel price
€80
1 night at 3-star hotel
Protaras in April
Estimated hotel price
€80
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 55m.

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 Get Your Car 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 55m.

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 Get Your Car and Right Cars, among others, in Larnaca.

Airports near Protaras

ECNNicosia Ercan
PFOPaphos
LCALarnaca

Airlines serving Protaras

Lufthansa
Good (7,944 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,508 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,910 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,326 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,443 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,926 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,579 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (906 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,759 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,560 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,729 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,959 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,189 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,390 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,434 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,954 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,342 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,195 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (1,004 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 €74 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to €118 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Protaras

Most booked hotels in Protaras

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Alion Beach Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (9.5, Excellent reviews)
€162+
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Crystal Springs Beach Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9.4, Excellent reviews)
€96+
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Margadina Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
€80+
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Cavo Maris Beach Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
€96+
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Faros Hotel Ayia Napa
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
€88+
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Tasia Maris Oasis
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
€59+
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Hiring a car in Protaras

Hiring a car in Protaras costs €57 per day, on average, or €343 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, 63% more expensive than at Larnaca.

Expect to pay €1.53 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 €18.31 and €24.42. The most frequently booked car type in Protaras is Economy (Opel Corsa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Suzuki Celerio or similar) is, on average, 58% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Protaras costs €57 per day, on average, or €343 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, 63% more expensive than at Larnaca.

Expect to pay €1.53 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 €18.31 and €24.42. The most frequently booked car type in Protaras is Economy (Opel Corsa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Suzuki Celerio or similar) is, on average, 58% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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