How many airports are there in Cyprus?

There is a total of nine airports in Cyprus, five belonging to the military departments of the Republic of Cyprus, the UK and the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus; the remaining 4 are international airports as you can see on the map.

What airport do you fly into for Cyprus?

Major airports are: Paphos International Airport and Larnaca International Airport. Since 1974, the Cyprus government declared Ercan International Airport an illegal port of entry to Cyprus and there are no direct flights to the north other than from Turkey.

What is Paphos airport called?

Paphos International Airport (Greek: Διεθνής Αερολιμένας Πάφου; Turkish: Baf Uluslararası Havaalanı) (IATA: PFO, ICAO: LCPH) is a joint civil-military public airport located 6.5 km (4.0 mi) southeast of the city of Paphos, Cyprus.

What are the two airports in Cyprus?

There are two airports in Cyprus, one in Larnaca and one in Paphos. They are both about 45min from Limassol. Larnaca is the main airport (hence more frequent flights), but a lot of low-cost airlines fly to Paphos airport.

Which is the nicest part of Cyprus?

8 Best Cyprus Towns and Resorts

• Paphos.
• Coral Bay.
• Ayia Napa.
• Limassol.
• Protaras.
• Pernera.
• Nicosia.
• Larnaca.

Is Cyprus expensive?

Cyprus has for years been among hottest holiday destinations in Europe. Although closer to the Asia, the Republic of Cyprus is within the borders of the European Union and its currency is euro. Prices in Cyprus are moderate. Some say it is a little more expensive than in Spain or Greece.

Why is it so expensive to fly to Cyprus?

Flights from Cyprus are more expensive that fights to Cyprus. The reason is two-fold. The market is tiny and there is no reasonably sized airline based in Cyprus. The tiny market does not allow for an airline to be based in Cyprus and compete with foreign carriers flying to Larnaca or Paphos.

How safe is Cyprus for tourists?

There are a few complications as to the logistics of where you are allowed to enter into and out of Cyprus. But despite the conflict that has plagued the region, and has left it in a state of political uncertainty, Cyprus is considered a very safe area to visit, with very little violent crime.

Is Jet2 still flying to Cyprus?

Jet2 flights and holidays to Greece (Crete and Rhodes) and Cyprus (Paphos and Larnaca) have been cancelled until Spring 2021. The announcement comes after the latest government travel advice, said the popular tour operator.

Why is Nicosia airport closed?

With the ceasefire signed on 16 August 1974 Nicosia Airport became part of the United Nations controlled Buffer Zone separating the two communities on the island, and it has been inoperable as a fully functioning airport ever since.

Does Paphos airport have duty free?

Shopping: There is a small selection of shops at Paphos International Airport. Among these is a duty-free shop, various news stands and a gift retailer.

Is Cyprus open to tourists?

Cyprus is open for tourism and adds 5 more countries on a green list from July 6. Tourists from 64 countries are allowed to enter Cyprus without quarantine if they can produce a Digital Green Passport or submit a negative COVID-19 test result not older than 72 hours.

How long is the flight from England to Cyprus?

The total flight duration from United Kingdom to Cyprus is 4 hours, 46 minutes.

Is Cyprus part of the EU?

Cyprus is a member country of the EU since May 1, 2004 with its geographic size of 9,251 km², and population number 847,008, as per 2015. Cypriots comprise 0.2% of the total EU population. Its capital is Nicosia and the official language in Cyprus is Greek.

Is Larnaca Turkish or Greek?

Larnaca, Greek Lárnax, Turkish Lârnaka, or Iskele, port town, southeastern Republic of Cyprus. The modern town, on the bay between Capes Kiti and Pyla, overlays much of ancient Citium, founded by the Mycenaeans in the 13th century bce; it was rebuilt by the Byzantines.