Travel Information
Cyprus is served by two International Airports; Larnaca International Airport, (LCA) and Paphos International Airport, (PFO). More than 50 International Airlines connect Cyprus to the whole world; for more details regarding flights to/from Cyprus, please visit the official website of both airports at http://www.hermesairports.com.
Furthermore, domestic communication between both airports and all the major cities on the island is very quick and easy via the extensive highway system.
Please note that the legal points of entry to the Republic of Cyprus are Larnaca International Airport (LCA) and Paphos International Airport (PFO).
- Larnaca International Airport (LCA) is the main airport used by many airlines with multiple routes every week.
- Paphos International Airport (PFO) has fewer connections.
Distances
- The Larnaca International Airport is located about 52 km (32.4mi) from Nicosia. For more information, maps and flight schedules please visit the Cyprus Airports Official Website (Larnaca).
- The Paphos International Airport is located about 145 km (90.3mi) from Nicosia. For more information, maps and flight schedules please visit the Cyprus Airports Official Website (Paphos).
Distances
|
From |
To |
Distance in km/miles |
Distance in minutes |
|
Larnaca Airport (LCA) |
Nicosia City | 52 km (32.4mi) | 35 min |
| Limassol City | 67 km (41.7mi) | 45 min | |
| Larnaca City | 6.5 km (4mi) | 10 min | |
| Paphos City | 133 km (82.5mi) | 1h 20min | |
| Protaras Town | 67 km (41.9mi) | 45 min | |
| Agia Napa Town | 58 km (36.1mi) | 40 min | |
| Coral Bay Area | 142km (88.1mi) | 1h 35min | |
| Troodos Square | 110km (68.6mi) | 1h 25min | |
|
Paphos Airport (PFO) |
Nicosia City | 145 km (90.3mi) | 1h 40 min |
| Limassol City | 62 km (38.7mi) | 45 min | |
| Larnaca City | 131 km (81.7mi) | 1h 30min | |
| Paphos City | 10 km (6 mi) | 20 min | |
| Protaras Town | 182 km (113.5mi) | 2h | |
| Agia Napa Town | 173 km (139 mi) | 1h 50min | |
| Coral Bay Area | 24 km (14.6 mi) | 30 min | |
| Troodos Square | 61 km (37.4 mi) | 1h 15min |
Please note that participants have the following options for their transfers from / to the airport:
Airport Taxis
Participants may get an airport taxi on arrival at the airport. Service is generally very good, but at times one may have to wait and prices may vary depending on the time of arrival.
If you require a visa invitation or confirmation letter, please email us at info@easyconferences.eu. Invitation letters can be issued on behalf of the conference if the participant requesting it is registered and paid and provided the applicant sends us the following: 1. Name as it appears on the applicant’s Passport 2. The applicant’s Passport number 3. The applicant’s date of birth 4. The applicant’s affiliation.
Please note that Cyprus has a comprehensive public bus network, with extensive inner-city routes and also major city and airport connections. You can find more information at Cyprusbybus.com. If you require specific information, please click here and select your desired city.
Larnaca Airport to Nicosia
Option 1
Step 1: From Larnaca Airport use Kapnos Airport coaches (35 minutes approximately) in order to reach Nicosia city (Kyrenias Avenue Kapnos terminal ). Please visit Kapnos Airport Shuttle webpage for more information and check timetable that matches your flight.
Step 2: From the Kapnos terminal you can get to Limassol Avenue on foot and catch a bus to your accommodation hotel. You can use the Cyprus By Bus or the Cyprus Public Transport webpages for routes and timetables. Alternatively, you can get a taxi to drop you off to your hotel.
Option 2
Step 1: Once you arrive at Larnaca Airport, you can use the Larnaca bus route 431 or 425 to get from Larnaca Airport to Finikoudes Station. Please visit the Cyprus By Bus or the Cyprus Public Transport webpages for more details.
Step 2: From Finikoudes Station use the Nicosia Intercity Bus to reach Nicosia. Please visit Intercity Buses webpage for more details.
Step 3: From Nicosia use the Cyprus Public Transport webpage to find a route to your accommodation hotel. Alternatively, you can get a taxi to drop you off to your hotel.
Paphos Airport to Nicosia
Step 1: From Paphos Airport use the Kapnos Airport coaches (105 minutes approximately) in order to reach Nicosia city (Kyrenias Avenue). Please visit Kapnos Airport Shuttle webpage for more details.
Step 2: From the Kapnos terminal you can get to Limassol Avenue on foot and catch a bus to your accommodation hotel. You can use the Cyprus By Bus or the Cyprus Public Transport webpages for routes and timetables. Alternatively, you can get a taxi to drop you off to your hotel.
- The voltage on the island is 240 volts, socket outlets are of flat 3 pin-type (UK).
- English is the second language and is understood by almost everyone on the island. French, German, Russian, Spanish, Italian are also widely spoken.
- The currency of the Republic is the Euro.
- Banks in Cyprus open for the public from 08:30 to 13:30 midday, Monday to Friday. Certain banks in tourist areas open during the afternoon.
- All types of medication are available in well stocked pharmacies all over Cyprus.
- Telephone: Country code is +357. Cyprus automatic telephone dialing system reaches 206 countries. Telecards can be purchased from Post Offices, kiosks and souvenir shops.
- There are two international airports in Cyprus, at Larnaca and Pafos.
- The two main ports are in Limassol (Lemesos) and Larnaca.
- Cyprus is a full member of the European Union.