Paphos International Airport (PFO) information

Introduction

Cyprus's second-largest airport, Paphos International Airport handles 1.5 million passengers each year. It is located 13kms southeast of Paphos, on the Mediterranean island's southern shore. The single terminal serves scheduled and charter flights to the UK, northern Europe and the Middle East, with peak traffic occurring in the summer months.

Airport parking at Paphos

Short- and long-term parking is available in car parks adjacent to the terminal.

Getting to and from Paphos

The E603 airport access road joins the B6 motorway, which runs along the coast northwest to Paphos, a 15-minute journey. To the east on the same road are the towns of Episkopi, Limassol and Larnaca (about 100kms distant). Bus service is available at the airport, departing from just outside the terminal building. The trip into Paphos takes from 15 to 25 minutes, depending on traffic. Taxis are also available for transport into Paphos (fare, €8.75) and other island destinations. Travellers are advised to establish the fare with the driver before embarking.

Amenities at Paphos International Airport

A Bank of Cyprus in the arrivals area is open in conjunction with flight times. There are also ATM and currency exchange facilities available there. A first-aid nurse is on duty as flight schedules warrant. For those travelling with young children, a nursery is open 24 hours a day (free of charge) in the departures lounge. A few shops sell duty-free luxury items plus international newspapers, books, toys, gifts and souvenirs. A restaurant, a café and a bar serve light meals and refreshments during the airport's hours of operation. Facilities for disabled passengers include wheelchair access throughout the terminal, as well as specially adapted washrooms and lifts.