Larnaca International Airport

Larnaca International Airport sits about 6 km southwest of Larnaca (around a 15-minute drive), so the run into the city and to Finikoudes seafront is short. By road it is roughly 50 km to Nicosia, around 65 to 70 km to Limassol, about 55 to 60 km east to Ayia Napa and Protaras, and around 130 km west to Paphos. Allow more time in summer when the coast road towards Ayia Napa is busy.

Shuttle and intercity buses run from outside arrivals to Nicosia, Limassol, Ayia Napa, Protaras and Paralimni, and urban buses serve Larnaca itself. Taxis wait at the rank, and there are car rental desks in the terminal. For Limassol and Nicosia the airport buses are the cheapest option; for Ayia Napa and Protaras a taxi or rental car is often simpler outside peak bus times.

Paphos is the longest run from Larnaca Airport, about 130 to 135 km west along the A6 and A1 motorways, roughly 1 hour 30 minutes by car or private transfer. There is no direct airport bus to Paphos, so the practical options are a rental car, a pre-booked private transfer, or a taxi (expect a premium fare for the distance). If Paphos is your main base, flying into Paphos International Airport (PFO) instead usually makes for a shorter transfer.

No. Cyprus has no passenger railway, so every onward journey from the airport is by bus, taxi or hire car. The intercity coach network and the airport shuttle buses cover the main towns, while a rental car is the most flexible way to reach the Troodos mountains, Cape Greco or quieter beaches.

Cyprus uses the euro. The terminal has ATMs and currency exchange, and cards are accepted widely across the island. You do not need much cash, though it is useful to carry small euro notes for bus fares, tips and rural cafes. The dialling code for Cyprus is +357, and the emergency number is 112.

Cyprus drives on the left, like the UK, and uses UK-style three-pin (type G) plugs at 230 to 240 volts. Several car rental companies have desks in the terminal. If you are used to driving on the right, give yourself a little time to adjust at roundabouts and junctions before heading out onto the motorway.

Larnaca operates around the clock and is the busier of Cyprus's two airports, so early-morning and late-evening departure waves can be crowded. Free passenger wifi is available throughout the terminal, along with cafes, shops and duty-free. Paid lounge access is offered for premium-cabin and eligible travellers.