Car Hire in Paphos

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Paphos, Cyprus
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Cheapest Car Hire Rates

Paphos Airport Car Hire
Mini
Toyota Aygo or comparable
Toyota Aygo
  • 5
  • 2
  • 4
  • A/C
  • Man.
AutoRent Cyprus
£ 21.11 / per day
Paphos Airport Car Hire
Mini Elite
Skoda Citigo or comparable
Skoda Citigo
  • 4
  • 1
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Man.
EXER
£ 24.02 / per day
Paphos Airport Car Hire
Economy
Honda Jazz or comparable
Honda Jazz
  • 5
  • 2
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Man.
CTT Car Rentals
£ 27.95 / per day
Paphos Airport Car Hire
Compact
Nissan Note or comparable
Nissan Note
  • 5
  • 2
  • 4
  • A/C
  • Man.
Flizzr
£ 32.92 / per day

Most Popular Car Hire Deals

City Centre Car Hire
Intermediate
VW Golf or comparable
VW Golf
  • 5
  • 2
  • 4
  • A/C
  • Man.
SIXT
£ 39.65 / per day
Paphos Airport Car Hire
Standard SUV
Ford Kuga or comparable
Ford Kuga
  • 5
  • 3
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Auto.
GreenMotion
£ 69.64 / per day
Paphos Airport Car Hire
Full-size Van
Volkswagen Touran or comparable
Volkswagen Touran
  • 7
  • 1
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Auto.
CYPRUS-CARRENTALS
£ 69.88 / per day
Paphos Airport Car Hire
Luxury
BMW 5 Series or comparable
BMW 5 Series
  • 5
  • 2
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Alamo
£ 101.90 / per day
These prices are approximate and depend on the dates of the booking, hire length and type of car. This information was last updated at 17:35 on 2023-09-26.

Travel Information

Language
Greek,
Turkish,
English
Currency
EUR
Drive on
Left-hand side
Dialing code
+357
Average car hire price
£ 48.38 / per day
Average car hire length
8 days
Speed limit within city centre
50 km/h
31 mph
Speed limit out of city centre
65 - 100 km/h
40 - 62 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.05%
Average gasoline price
£ 1.31 per litre
Highest gasoline price
£ 1.58 per litre
Lowest gasoline price
£ 1.14 per litre

Why hire a car in Paphos?

Located on the southwestern coast of Cyprus, Paphos is one of the most interesting destinations of that island country. Like other Cypriot cities, it has no shortage of fun nightlife options, but on top of that, it also boasts plenty of historical stories to tell, some of them dating all the way back to antiquity.

One-way Car Hire in Paphos

The most popular one-way car hire options for pick up in Paphos and drop off in another city include:

  • From Paphos to Larnaca - 194 offers from £ 9.07 per day

Top ways to enter Paphos

  • Paphos Airport. The gateway for most international visitors, Paphos Airport is located just southwest of the city centre and can be reached by car in about 20 minutes. The airport has flights by numerous low-cost carriers.
  • Larnaca Airport. Significantly larger, but about a 90-minute drive away from Paphos, Larnaca Airport is another entry point for foreign visitors to Cyprus.

Top destinations and activities

  • Paphos Archaeological Park. Cyprus is all about the sea and the beach — but also stunning history immortalized by many Ancient Hellenic tales and legends; when it comes to Paphos, the area is widely known as the birthplace of Aphrodite, the Greek goddess of love. Telling fact from fiction is the task of historians, but what is definitely true is that the city’s Archaeological Park, located just a short drive southwest of the old town, is home to the ruins of two stunning villas built millennia ago.
  • Tomb of the Kings. It’s up to you whether you want to visit a necropolis during your vacation, but the Tomb of the Kings is one of the most tourist attractions of Paphos, and for good reason. Although no ancient royalty actually rests here — instead, it’s the local elite of the Classical Hellenic days — this place is full of sights and a historic atmosphere.
  • Akamas Peninsula. Located about an hour’s drive north of the city itself, Akamas is one of the most interesting places to visit in the Paphos area. In addition to being home to a national park that’s known for hiking and rafting and includes the impressive Avakas gorge, Akamas is also home to the Baths of Aphrodite, a natural grotto that holds a special place in the local mythology.

Traffic and parking

  • Unlike most EU countries, Cyprus drives on the left-hand side of the road.
  • Unless specifically indicated otherwise, the speed limits are 100km/h (62mph) on highways, 80km/h (50mph) on most of the other motorways, 65km/h (40mph) on many countryside roads, and 50km/h (31mph) inside cities, villages, and other built-up areas.
  • While most national highways are in great shape, some countryside roads and mountainous inland roads can be in considerably worse condition. Always plan your driving route in advance and look up the roads on which you are going to drive.
  • Like in other cities of Cyprus, many streets in Paphos can be quite narrow, so choosing a large rental car might result in some problems. On the other hand, some nature and mountainous areas might require a rather powerful vehicle to travel safely. Many 4x4 vehicles are available for rent in Paphos. 
  • Compared to many other European countries, Cypriot drivers like to use their car horns quite a lot. It might come as a bit of a cultural shock, but do not get upset about this — nobody means any harm, it is just a part of the local driving culture.
  • The legal alcohol limit is 0.02% for experienced drivers and 0.00% for novice drivers. Exceeding the limit can lead to large fines, an EU-wide license ban, or even imprisonment.
  • Proof of insurance and the car’s documentation need to be in the car whenever you’re driving.
  • When driving, you need to have your passport or ID card with you at all times.
  • The emergency number, like elsewhere in the EU, is 112

Toll roads

There are no toll roads in Cyprus.

Ideas for day trips

  • Limassol. The largest coastal city of Cyprus, Limassol is just a 50-minute drive east of Paphos. Known for its busy nightlife, it is also home to a small, but well-preserved old town, ancient sites like the Kourion, and a large, attractive waterfront.
  • Troodos Mountains. Located just a relatively short drive from the hustle and bustle of the beach resorts, Troodos Mountains is a markedly different Cyprus experience. Characterised by notable peaks that sometimes even see snow, pine forests, and old Greek Orthodox monasteries, it is a place of tranquil atmosphere.

Most popular cars

The most hired car in Paphos is the Kia Picanto, followed by the Ford Fiesta and the Suzuki Alto. The most popular car types are mini, economy, and compact.

Car Hire Prices in Paphos

  • Convertibles - starting at £ 73 per day
  • Station wagons - starting at £ 42 per day
  • Large cars - starting at £ 37 per day
  • Medium cars - starting at £ 29 per day
  • People Carriers - starting at £ 55 per day
  • Premium cars - starting at £ 102 per day
  • Small cars - starting at £ 21 per day
  • SUVs - starting at £ 35 per day

Money-saving tips

These are some good methods to save money on your hired car:

  • Compare rates of different car providers
  • Book your car well in advance
  • Plan your route before you go
  • Know your fuel and mileage requirements
  • Visit during the month when the rental prices are the cheapest. According to our data, visiting Paphos is the cheapest in February.
This information was written, fact-checked, and/or translated by our content creators.

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Top 4 Cities near Paphos

  1. Limassol Car Hire starting at £ 21.11 per day
    55.8 km / 34.7 miles away
  2. Larnaca Car Hire starting at £ 21.11 per day
    105.5 km / 65.6 miles away
  3. Ayia Napa Car Hire starting at £ 25.68 per day
    142.0 km / 88.2 miles away
  4. Protaras Car Hire starting at £ 33.27 per day
    146.3 km / 90.9 miles away

Top 5 Destinations around Paphos

  1. Paphos Airport Car Hire starting at £ 21.11 per day
  2. City Centre Car Hire starting at £ 26.09 per day
    9.9 km / 6.2 miles away
  3. Limassol Hotel Delivery Car Hire starting at £ 31.50 per day
    50.8 km / 31.6 miles away
  4. Larnaca Hotel Delivery Car Hire starting at £ 77.19 per day
    103.2 km / 64.1 miles away
  5. Larnaca Airport Car Hire starting at £ 21.11 per day
    105.5 km / 65.6 miles away

Map of Car Hire Destinations

In which month is car hire in Paphos the most affordable?

According to our data, prices for hiring a car in Paphos fluctuate depending on the time of year. This graph displays the average hire prices in each month in order to help you find the best bargain.
Average price for hiring a car per day in Paphos
£ 14.24
January
£ 13.50
February
£ 14.73
March
£ 22.87
April
£ 23.06
May
£ 22.73
June
£ 27.38
July
£ 29.37
August
£ 27.52
September
£ 28.61
October
£ 16.73
November
£ 16.06
December
The best month to hire a car in Paphos is February (when the average price is £ 13.50 per day). This is 37% less than the yearly average and 54% less than hiring in August (when the average price is £ 29.37).

This information can help you determine the low season. But note that these prices are only averages. The cost of your hire is determined by the type of car you select, the length of time you hire it for and how much in advance you book. Simply type in your dates in the form at the top of the page in order to find out the exact prices.

What is the usual period for which people keep their hire cars, on average, in Paphos?

Car hire lengths vary by month: in July, average hirers keep their car for 9, and in July, for 6 days.
Average number of hire days in Paphos
6
January
7
February
7
March
8
April
7
May
8
June
9
July
9
August
8
September
8
October
7
November
7
December

What is the most favoured month for hiring a car in Paphos?

Given the number of searches made by our customers, the most popular month for car hire in Paphos is August, and the least popular is December.
Popularity of Car Hire in Paphos by Monthly Searches
45%
January
59%
February
80%
March
108%
April
134%
May
129%
June
142%
July
155%
August
154%
September
111%
October
43%
November
39%
December

Car Hire Information

Car hire locations 3
Airport locations 1
Popular suppliers Aercar, Elephant Rent A Car, AutoRent Cyprus, Get Your Car, CTT Car Rentals
Popular car categories Small cars, Medium cars, SUVs, People Carriers
Lowest price £ 21 per day
Cheapest supplier AutoRent Cyprus

Most Popular Car Hire Models

Hire Agency Model Doors Luggage Type
Elephant Rent A Car Toyota Passo 5 1 Small cars
Aercar Volkswagen Up 5 2 Small cars
Elephant Rent A Car Nissan Pixo 5 1 Small cars
AutoRent Cyprus Kia Picanto 5 1 Small cars
Aercar Toyota Yaris 5 1 Small cars
AutoRent Cyprus Kia Picanto 4 1 Small cars
Aercar Kia Picanto 4 1 Small cars
Get Your Car Citroen C1 5 1 Small cars
Get Your Car Opel Corsa 4 1 Small cars
Get Your Car Kia Picanto 4 1 Small cars

Our Customers' Reviews

Because we want to make sure each review listed here is left by a real customer, we don’t have an option to post a review here. Instead, we ask each and every customer to leave a review after they return their rental car. This way, you know that all reviews are authentic, verified, and trustworthy.

United Kingdom
Opel Corsa
5 September 2023
Amazing adventures. Scuba diving, blue lagoon boat trip, hiking and cliff diving in Cape Greko. Driving between Paphos and Larnaca.
United Kingdom
Nissan Note
3 September 2023
We were there for a wedding.
United Kingdom
Opel Zafira 5+2
14 August 2023
Too much to list but the only downside is not being able to use hire vehicles for off road keep in mind
United Kingdom
Toyota Passo
12 July 2023
Troodos mountains well worth a roadtrip - very different scenery than the coast with quaint villages and waterfalls. Malcolm's cat sanctuary in Akrotiri is full of friendly cats. Pelican at the pelican restaurant in Paphos harbour is massive.
United Kingdom
Ford Fiesta
24 June 2023
Repeat destination
United Kingdom
Opel Corsa
30 May 2023
Lovely experience wonderful views, very friendly people
United Kingdom
Nissan Pixo
26 May 2023
Just exploring all the little villages in and around Troodos area
United Kingdom
Ford Focus
21 May 2023
I don’t advertise all the great spots or restaurants or everyone will want to go there and it’ll be too busy for us :-)
United Kingdom
Toyota Passo
14 May 2023
We drove all the way to Ayia Napa to go to Nissi Beach and up to the Troodos Mountains. Taking care as we drove as the locals were quite manic moreso the taxi drivers. A couple of days and you know what to expect of their road manners. Good drive also (Kia Sportage).
United Kingdom
Volkswagen Golf
14 May 2023
Lots of sight seeing. We spent time following all the brown signs to places of interest.
United Kingdom
Kia Picanto
9 May 2023
Time spent in Polis Chrysochous area It’s our favourite place to live.
United Kingdom
VW Golf Aut.
4 May 2023
I needed the car as we had a young baby and it helped us getting from A to B. I will most certainly be using this service again next year when we re visit Paphos.
United Kingdom
Toyota Yaris
29 April 2023
Took the car around various spots in the region, different beaches, the harbor and on the final day, cases were in the boot and no transfer needed, so free to enjoy the day out.
United Kingdom
Nissan Note
26 April 2023
Very nice holiday, car was perfectly capable on the Cypriot roads, including some motorway driving, and going up the mountains to Mt Olympus. Would defintiely look to use the service again for future visits to Cyprus.
United Kingdom
Nissan Pixo
25 April 2023
Drive to Limassol and larnaca was definitely something that I will remember for years to come . Cyprus has lots to offer, great landscapes, nice and warm weather and its surrounded by sea in thev4 corners of the island
United Kingdom
Nissan Note
20 April 2023
Nice friendly people, lovely scenery, weather and sea warm enough and reliable weather for Easter.
United Kingdom
Kia Stonic
13 April 2023
Friendly people. Great entertainment. Lovely weather. Amazing food.
United Kingdom
Nissan Pixo
17 February 2023
Used the car to see a lot of the island
United Kingdom
Kia Picanto
28 November 2022
Got around quite a bit of the island and fuel efficiency of the car was outstanding.
United Kingdom
Nissan Versa Note
17 October 2022
We love Cyprus and we travel far and wide on our holidays there !! Everywhere you travel you find something different that makes you holiday excellent!
United Kingdom
Kia Picanto
15 October 2022
Paphos is a great place 👌 Lots to do and see
United Kingdom
Nissan Micra
7 October 2022
Everything, it’s Cyprus.
United Kingdom
Kia Picanto
26 September 2022
Went more around island more beaches and up steep hills. Was lovely.
United Kingdom
Daihatsu Cuore
18 September 2022
If you have any issues contact the driver who contacts you upon arrival directly.
United Kingdom
Skoda Octavia
14 September 2022
Used the car mostly for going out to eat every evening, and some sight seeing.. around Coral Bay, Paphos harbour and Latchi harbour…
United Kingdom
Kia Stonic
2 September 2022
We went all over the island as well as general running around. Taxis are not cheap so a trip to the harbour or old town and back is almost the same as a daily rate for car hire. The Trudos mountains are worth visiting as are various places along the coast line
United Kingdom
Ford Fiesta
14 August 2022
We had a fantastic time, ate at some great restaurants with great views. My only problem was I am gluten and dairy free. We went self catering and the difficulty of finding and prices of gluten free item was off putting.
United Kingdom
Ford Fiesta
11 August 2022
Demokritos Restaurant Kato Paphos, Good food and brilliant show
United Kingdom
Mazda Demio
10 August 2022
Cyprus great for water park boat trips and lots of great restaurants and bars.
United Kingdom
Kia Stonic
9 August 2022
Having the car enabled us to travel to lovely villages.
United Kingdom
Nissan Lafesta 5+2
2 August 2022
Boat hire , off road buggy hire.
United Kingdom
VW Up
2 August 2022
We travelled quite a distance by car and experienced the best of Cyprus
United Kingdom
Kia Picanto
30 July 2022
Beautiful island. The roads have many 9% incline and declines. The main A roads ( M-Way ) are well maintained and fairly clear. A 1.3L + engine is definitely recommended if you are going anywhere out of town. You must visit the Last Castle, Viklari but ensure that you book first.
United Kingdom
Kia Picanto
16 June 2022
Great value rental, from a well desk on the arrivals hall of the terminal.
United Kingdom
Ford Focus STW
8 June 2022
We only used the cars to get to and from the villa and a few short excursions. Recommend the harbour at Paphos and the Farmhouse Tavern to eat.
United Kingdom
Ford Fiesta
6 May 2022
visited the parish church of ST. PAUL in Paphos well worth a visit if you like very old buildings it is next to the pillars of St. Paul
United Kingdom
Kia Picanto
19 April 2022
Tala is supurb Corallia beach must be best and safest in the area. Corallua beach hotel worth a day out. Great staff.
United Kingdom
Toyota Yaris
3 April 2022
Driving in Cyprus is easy.
United Kingdom
Chevrolet Spark
22 March 2022
Quiet roads easy parking
United Kingdom
Suzuki Alto
21 March 2022
To Cyprus in a basic trip use a normal car, if you would like to explore more just get a jeep or something more robust. You will love the island a lot to explore.
Czech Republic
Suzuki Alto
17 March 2022
It was our second
United Kingdom
Suzuki Alto
2 March 2022
Troodos Mountains, Aventi Gorge, Sea caves, Tombs of the King's were fantastic. Give the Adonis waterfall a miss - overpriced, dirty and unimpressive.
United Kingdom
Ford Fiesta
26 October 2021
We visited a different beach each day and the Troodos Mountains.
United Kingdom
Ford Fiesta
15 October 2021
Great price good service easy to use
United Kingdom
Hyundai i10
23 August 2021
We spent our time in the Polis / Latchi area of Cyprus. Great food available in Yialos Beach Restaurant. Would reccomend the beach and a visit to The Baths of Aphrodite. . Paphos Zoo is a great trip and if you can, try feeding the lemurs !! The village of Steni has a wonderful restaurant called Nero Mylos meaning water mill. Excellent food and the staff are very obliging . While there, visit the local museum across the road. Great local traditional crafts on display !
United Kingdom
Ford Fiesta
8 April 2021
Cypriot driving standards are poor so be aware of unpredictable maneuvers
United Kingdom
Opel Corsa
13 March 2021
With Cyorus under lockdown travel was limited so cannot comment further

Car Hire Statistics

Highest rated company
Carwiz
9.6 / 10
)
Lowest rated company
Hertz
7.9 / 10
)
Total number of reviews
164
Total rental companies
31
Average daily price
£ 48.38
Lowest daily price
£ 21.11
Total cars available
599

Top 31 Hire Companies in Paphos in 2023

Carwiz
Carwiz
Remarkable 9.6 / 55 reviews
1 location
£ 73 - £ 356
GreenMotion
GreenMotion
Remarkable 9.5 / 224 reviews
1 location
£ 45 - £ 71
Elephant Rent A Car
Elephant Rent A Car
Remarkable 9.4 / 467 reviews
2 locations
Alamo
Alamo
Remarkable 9.4 / 207 reviews
1 location
£ 45 - £ 103
EXER
EXER
Remarkable 9.3 / 17 reviews
1 location
£ 24 - £ 58
Aercar
Aercar
Remarkable 9.2 / 687 reviews
1 location
£ 59 - £ 231
Get Your Car
Get Your Car
Remarkable 9.2 / 512 reviews
2 locations
£ 32
Global Rent a Car
Global Rent a Car
Remarkable 9.2 / 261 reviews
1 location
Enterprise
Enterprise
Remarkable 9.2 / 10 reviews
1 location
£ 49 - £ 116
SIXT
SIXT
Remarkable 9.1 / 87 reviews
2 locations
£ 34 - £ 319
Avis
Avis
Remarkable 9.1 / 12 reviews
1 location
£ 44 - £ 153
CTT Car Rentals
CTT Car Rentals
Outstanding 8.9 / 411 reviews
2 locations
£ 22 - £ 116
Thrifty
Thrifty
Outstanding 8.9 / 64 reviews
2 locations
£ 31 - £ 37
Goldcar
Goldcar
Outstanding 8.9 / 25 reviews
1 location
£ 33 - £ 76
Keddy
Keddy
Outstanding 8.8 / 63 reviews
2 locations
£ 49 - £ 124
Autounion
Autounion
Outstanding 8.7 / 168 reviews
2 locations
£ 33 - £ 101
ABBYCAR
ABBYCAR
Outstanding 8.7 / 20 reviews
1 location
£ 29 - £ 97
CYPRUS-CARRENTALS
CYPRUS-CARRENTALS
Outstanding 8.6 / 132 reviews
1 location
£ 23 - £ 77
RightCars
RightCars
Outstanding 8.6 / 91 reviews
1 location
£ 39 - £ 70
Europcar
Europcar
Outstanding 8.6 / 16 reviews
2 locations
£ 56 - £ 247
WheeGo
WheeGo
Outstanding 8.6 / 6 reviews
1 location
£ 36 - £ 95
AutoRent Cyprus
AutoRent Cyprus
Outstanding 8.5 / 910 reviews
1 location
£ 21 - £ 211
Flizzr
Flizzr
Outstanding 8.5 / 8 reviews
2 locations
Budget
Budget
Outstanding 8.5 / 1 reviews
1 location
£ 45 - £ 109
National
National
Outstanding 8.5
1 location
Surprice
Surprice
Outstanding 8.4 / 11 reviews
1 location
Firefly
Firefly
Outstanding 8.4 / 1 reviews
2 locations
NUCarrentals
NUCarrentals
Outstanding 8.4
1 location
Interrent
Interrent
Outstanding 8.3
1 location
Economy rent a car
Economy rent a car
Outstanding 8.1 / 1 reviews
1 location
£ 67 - £ 168
Hertz
Hertz
Great 7.9 / 55 reviews
2 locations
£ 35 - £ 41
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