Quick answer
Paphos Airport (PFO) is about 13 km from Paphos town center. The drive takes 15-20 minutes. Your options are public bus, taxi, or pre-booked transfer. Most visitors to western Cyprus resorts (Paphos, Coral Bay, Polis) fly into PFO. If you are heading to Limassol or further east, expect a longer journey.
Your transport options
Taxis: Available outside arrivals. Paphos taxis use meters with fixed zone pricing. To Paphos town center, expect EUR 20-30. Taxis are regulated and reliable.
Pre-booked transfers: EUR 25-45 to Paphos area hotels. The driver meets you at arrivals. Fixed price, no negotiation. Especially useful for resort hotels that are not on the bus route.
Key distances from Paphos Airport
- Paphos town center: 13 km, 15-20 minutes
- Coral Bay: 25 km, 25-30 minutes
- Polis Chrysochous: 55 km, 50-60 minutes
- Limassol: 65 km, 50-60 minutes
- Larnaca: 135 km, 90-100 minutes
- Ayia Napa: 175 km, 2 hours
Money and payment
Cyprus uses the Euro. ATMs are available in the arrivals hall. Taxis accept cash; some accept cards. Pre-booked transfers are paid in advance online.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a taxi from Paphos Airport to Paphos town?
A taxi from Paphos Airport to Paphos town center costs EUR 20-30. Taxis use regulated zone pricing. To Coral Bay, expect EUR 30-40.
Is there a bus from Paphos Airport?
Yes, bus routes 612 and 613 connect the airport to Paphos town for EUR 1.50. They run every 30-60 minutes during the day but stop in the evening.
How far is Paphos Airport from Limassol?
Paphos Airport is about 65 km from Limassol, roughly 50-60 minutes by car. A pre-booked transfer costs EUR 60-90. There is no direct public transport from the airport to Limassol.
Paphos Airport is small and easy to navigate. The main challenge is reaching resort hotels that are spread across western Cyprus and not served by public transport. For anything beyond Paphos town, a transfer or taxi is the practical choice.