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 December
Estimated hotel price
€79
1 night at 3-star hotel
Protaras in December
Estimated hotel price
€79
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 7h 35m.

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 Alamo and AERCAR, 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. The shortest flight to Protaras from Ireland departs from Dublin and takes around 7h 35m.

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 Alamo and AERCAR, among others, in Paphos.

Airports near Protaras

ECNNicosia Ercan
PFOPaphos
LCALarnaca

Airlines serving Protaras

KLM
Good (1,410 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,562 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,006 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,506 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,037 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,781 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,012 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,661 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,405 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,486 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (864 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,428 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,288 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,570 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,335 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,135 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (893 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (369 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,908 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,081 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 €77 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to €110 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Protaras

Most booked hotels in Protaras

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Cavo Maris Beach Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
€86+
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Napa Plaza Hotel (Adults Only)
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
€84+
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Adams Beach Hotel & Spa
5 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
€105+
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Constantinos The Great Beach Hotel
5 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
€81+
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Atlantica Panthea Resort
4 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
€108+
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Silver Sands Beach Hotel
3 stars
Good (6.8, Good reviews)
€68+
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Hiring a car in Protaras

Expect to pay €1.35 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 €16.19 and €21.58. 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, 56% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay €1.35 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 €16.19 and €21.58. 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, 56% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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