- To Protaras by plane
- How to get from Larnaca airport to Protaras
- How to get from other cities of Cyprus to Protaras
Protaras is a famous resort in Cyprus, as it is here that tourists who appreciate a beach holiday in a peaceful atmosphere strive to get. Protaras is located at different distances from famous cities such as Ayia Napa, Larnaca and Nicosia. Therefore, the question of how to get to Protaras always remains relevant.
To Protaras by plane
By far the fastest and most convenient way to get to Protaras is by flight. From almost all major cities in Russia, you can easily fly to Larnaca, where the airport closest to the resort is located. The distance between Protaras and Larnaca is 68 kilometers, overcoming which you will find yourself at your final destination.
Tickets from Russia to Larnaca are offered by carriers: Pobeda; Aeroflot; S7; Ural Airlines. The flight time is usually around 3 hours 50 minutes, which is quite fast. There are also options for such flights from St. Petersburg. The cost of tickets varies from 6 to 9 thousand rubles, depending on the airline, season and weather conditions. The advantages of the flight are the lack of connections, short duration and the ability to be at the final destination in a few hours.
As for other cities in Russia, in this case, you will have to fly through Moscow.
How to get from Larnaca airport to Protaras
In order to overcome the distance of 68 kilometers separating Larnaca and Protaras, you should choose one of the options for onward travel:
by bus; on a custom bus; by taxi. If you want to save a lot, then it is better to go to the resort by public transport, which is very well developed in Cyprus. The disadvantage of such a trip is the need for a transplant.
Also keep in mind that you must first get to the central part of Larnaca city. To do this, use the blue buses running between the airport and the city. In this case, you will pay 1.5 euros for travel. Then you will drive to the Finikoudes stop and change to bus number 711. This vehicle will take you to your final destination in an hour and a half. Do not forget that in the evening the price for one ticket increases to 2, 5 euros. That is, in the period from 23.00 to 4.00, tariffs are automatically increased in accordance with the rules of the carriers.
For a company of 5-7 people, a trip from Larnaca Airport to Protaras on a specialized bus, which is ordered in advance on the Larnaca Airport Transfers website, is optimal. This is a kind of transfer that includes the delivery of tourists and their luggage to the desired destination. For the convenience of passengers, the company has developed an electronic travel cost calculation system. As tourists note, on average, each person has to pay an amount in the range of 10-13 euros.
Those wishing to get to Protaras with maximum comfort are offered a taxi trip. It is worth worrying about the availability of cars for a certain time in advance, since this direction is considered very popular. In the afternoon and early morning a taxi will cost you less (45-50 euros) than in the evening or at night (50-60 euros).
How to get from other cities of Cyprus to Protaras
The transport system of Cyprus is designed in such a way that all visitors have a lot of opportunities to get from one city to another. So, buses run from Ayia Napa, which arrive in Protaras in 15-20 minutes. For the ticket you will pay a fixed price of 1.5 euros.
Being in the capital of Cyprus (Nicosia), you will have a real chance to get to Protaras by bus with a change in Paralimni. Several buses run from this city to the resort. Travel time is 10 minutes.
Car enthusiasts are advised to try their hand at traveling from anywhere in Cyprus to Protaras by car. There are many specialized car rental companies on the island. However, keep in mind that you will need an international driver's license to travel by car. Traveling by car will leave a lasting impression on you, as you will pass many interesting places and get to know the local culture better.
