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How to get there
Where to stay
Renting 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 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Protaras has to offer.

When to visit Protaras

Protaras in December
Estimated hotel price
$39
1 night at 3-star hotel
Protaras in December
Estimated hotel price
$39
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 the United States departs from Chicago and takes around 13h 45m.

Car

Another option to get to Protaras is to pick up a car rental from Larnaca, which is about 39 km from Protaras. You’ll find branches of Autorent Cyprus and Get Your Car, 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 the United States departs from Chicago and takes around 13h 45m.

Car

Another option to get to Protaras is to pick up a car rental from Larnaca, which is about 39 km from Protaras. You’ll find branches of Autorent Cyprus and Get Your Car, among others, in Larnaca.

Airports near Protaras

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Airlines serving Protaras

Lufthansa
Good (8,221 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,580 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,227 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,074 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,468 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,568 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,651 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,732 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,659 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (958 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,215 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,984 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,197 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,633 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,536 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,430 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (430 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,474 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (3,038 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (318 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 $100 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $230 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Protaras

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Hotel Napa Suites (Adults Only)
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, 1429 reviews)
$137+
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Tasia Maris Oasis
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 814 reviews)
$87+
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Evalena Beach Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 691 reviews)
$117+
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Maris Grand Waterpark Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 346 reviews)
$127+
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Smartline Protaras
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1037 reviews)
$123+
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Corfu Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 2516 reviews)
$82+
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Renting a car in Protaras

Renting a car in Protaras costs $39 per day, on average, or $157 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 31% more expensive than at Larnaca.

Expect to pay $7.19 per gallon in Protaras (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $86.31 and $115.08. Mini (Class Mini Car or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Protaras, while also 46% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Protaras costs $39 per day, on average, or $157 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 31% more expensive than at Larnaca.

Expect to pay $7.19 per gallon in Protaras (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $86.31 and $115.08. Mini (Class Mini Car or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Protaras, while also 46% cheaper than other types, on average.

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