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 5 days in order to fully appreciate everything Protaras has to offer.
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 6h 45m.
Another option to get to Protaras is to pick up a car hire from Paphos, which is about 151 km from Protaras. You’ll find branches of Alamo and Elephant Rent A Car, among others, in Paphos.
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 €91 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to €178 and up for a 5-star experience.
Expect to pay €1.55 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 €18.52 and €24.69. 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 (Nissan Pixo or similar) is, on average, 47% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.