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
€89
1 night at 3-star hotel
Protaras in December
Estimated hotel price
€89
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 05m.

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 Elephant Rent A Car and Autorent Cyprus, 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 05m.

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 Elephant Rent A Car and Autorent Cyprus, among others, in Paphos.

Airports near Protaras

ECNNicosia Ercan
PFOPaphos
LCALarnaca

Airlines serving Protaras

KLM
Good (1,432 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,644 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,014 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,602 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,107 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,817 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,102 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,685 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,440 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,511 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,551 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,336 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (880 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,617 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,339 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,152 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (916 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,896 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (284 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (389 reviews)
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Where to stay in Protaras

Average rates range from around €86 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to €141 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)
€81+
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Cavo Maris Beach Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
€86+
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Melpo Antia Hotel & Suites
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
€71+
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Capo Bay Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
€217+
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Limanaki Beach Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
€65+
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Adams Beach Hotel & Spa
5 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
€106+
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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 €21.59. 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 (Daewoo Matiz or similar) is, on average, 61% 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 €21.59. 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 (Daewoo Matiz or similar) is, on average, 61% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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