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Distance to Paphos5.3 miles
Distance to Peyia12.8 miles
Most popular destinationLondon

Is Paphos Airport a busy airport?

Paphos Airport continually buzzes with activity, serving as a gateway primarily to major European destinations. You will notice the constant movement, with approximately 50 to 70 flights departing and arriving each day. While travelling, anticipate some crowds, particularly during peak travel periods like October, when Paphos saw its busiest month, welcoming a record-high of 380,440 passengers. This represents a noticeable 3.2% increase from the previous year. As you plan your journey, keep in mind that the current capacity is nearing its limit, and expansion plans are underway to accommodate up to 5 million passengers annually.

The best way to get to and from Paphos Airport to the city centre

At Paphos Airport (PFO), heading to or from the city centre is straightforward and convenient. You have the option to hop on public bus services starting November 21, 2024. Board Bus 612 for a seamless connection to Paphos Harbour, located centrally, or choose Bus 613 for direct access to the historic Karavella bus station. Depending on traffic and other conditions, your journey might take between 25 and 45 minutes. Driving is a quicker option if you're pressed for time, with typical travel times of 16 to 20 minutes. For those opting to rent a car, there’s a variety of providers including Flizzr, Europcar, and Get Your Car available right at the airport. Whether you prefer the ease of a bus or the autonomy of a rental car, transport links ensure you navigate your journey efficiently.

Paphos Airport terminal information

As you enter Paphos Airport, you'll find a single terminal building covering about 20,000 square metres. Inside, explore the retail space with duty-free and gift options or grab a bite at various cafes, bars, and restaurants, including fast-food choices. You'll have access to practical services like ATMs, currency exchange, and a round-the-clock information desk. For those travelling with children, there's a play area to keep them entertained. The airport is committed to accessibility with features like wheelchairs, accessible restrooms, and the Sunflower Lanyard scheme for non-visible disabilities. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout, allowing you to stay connected before your flight. When it comes to parking, around 800 spaces serve both short-term and long-term needs.

What parking options are available near Paphos Airport?

At Paphos Airport, you'll find several parking options to suit your needs. If you're just stopping briefly to pick up or drop off passengers, use the designated pick-up area directly opposite the terminal, which offers free stops for up to 5 minutes. For short visits, the short-term parking opposite the terminal is ideal. If you need to leave your car for longer, there are convenient on-site long-term parking options. Disabled parking is also available near the terminal and within parking lots, providing free parking for up to 2 hours with a valid permit. With roughly 800 total parking spaces, you'll have various options to choose from according to your requirements.


Paphos Airport FAQs

Yes. There are Autorent Cyprus, Get Your Car, Aercar, 7777 Rent, Sixt, Green Motion, Elephant Rent A Car, Alamo and Flizzr pick-up points in or near to Paphos Airport’s Arrivals or Departures areas.
For international arrivals, it usually takes around an hour to clear Paphos Airport’s passport control and claim your baggage if you checked any in. Domestic arrivals to Paphos Airport don’t need to pass through passport control, so take a little less time.

If you’re heading to Paphos Airport arrivals to pick up a family member or friend, consider arriving half an hour after their flight is due to touch down.
We recommend you leave at least two and a half hours between your inbound and outbound flights, especially if you are self-transferring on an international flight. When you self-transfer, you may need to clear customs, claim any luggage and then check it back on to your next flight yourself. Take into account that you might need to change terminals, or it could take longer than necessary to navigate Paphos Airport’s departure lounge.
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Check-in and bag drop often close an hour before your scheduled departure time for domestic flights, and sometimes an hour and a half before for longer-haul international flights. As a rule of thumb, you should try to arrive at Paphos Airport two hours before you fly but check with the airline you’re flying with.
Don’t worry if there’s no information available on our live flight tracker. We try our best to pull it directly from each airline but sometimes this might not work properly. Try contacting the airline directly, or checking their website to see if you can get an update.
Don’t panic! If you are not already at Paphos Airport, try contacting the airline directly to see if you can get on the next flight out, or a refund.

If you’re already inside Paphos Airport Departures when you find out, head to the airline’s desk to speak directly with someone.

If there are no more flights to your destination with the same airline and you really need to get there soon, we recommend searching for a new flight with Skyscanner and booking as soon as possible. You can then try to claim a refund for the original cancelled flight.

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