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.
Although Protaras doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Larnaca Airport (LCA), which is located 25 miles from Protaras. The shortest flight to Protaras from Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 14h 55m.
Another option to get to Protaras is to pick up a car rental from Larnaca, which is about 24 miles from Protaras. You’ll find branches of Economy Rent a Car and Ace, among others, in Larnaca.
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 C$ 154 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 239 and up for a 5-star experience.
Expect to pay C$ 2.09 per litre in Protaras (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 25.06 and C$ 33.41. The most frequently booked car type in Protaras is Economy (Toyota Yaris or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Kia Picanto or similar) are, on average, 45% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.