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
€101
1 night at 3-star hotel
Protaras in November
Estimated hotel price
€101
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 11h 05m.

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 Alamo and GREEN MOTION , 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 11h 05m.

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 Alamo and GREEN MOTION , among others, in Larnaca.

Airports near Protaras

Airlines serving Protaras

Lufthansa
Good (8,238 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,575 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,228 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,083 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,463 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,595 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,651 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,731 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,664 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (968 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,226 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,987 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,200 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,665 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,533 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,431 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (430 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,464 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (3,037 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (320 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 €88 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to €198 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Protaras

Most booked hotels in Protaras

Euronapa Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
€59+
Tasia Maris Oasis
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
€76+
Maris Grand Waterpark Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
€111+
Smartline Protaras
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
€97+
Adams Beach Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
€152+
Constantinos The Great Beach Hotel
5 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
€106+

Hiring a car in Protaras

Hiring a car in Protaras costs €30 per day, on average, or €183 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, 28% more expensive than at Larnaca.

Expect to pay €1.67 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 €19.98 and €26.64. Mini (Volkswagen up! or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Protaras, while also 53% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Protaras costs €30 per day, on average, or €183 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, 28% more expensive than at Larnaca.

Expect to pay €1.67 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 €19.98 and €26.64. Mini (Volkswagen up! or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Protaras, while also 53% cheaper than other types, on average.