Introduction
What to do
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Ayia Napa travel guide

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With a population of 2,798, Ayia Napa is a must-see destination in Famagusta, Cyprus. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 6 days in order to fully appreciate everything Ayia Napa has to offer.

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When to visit Ayia Napa

Ayia Napa in December
Estimated flight+hotel price
£35
2 travellers
Flight to Ayia Napa
3 nights at hotel
Ayia Napa in December
Estimated flight+hotel price
£35
2 travellers
Flight to Ayia Napa
3 nights at hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Ayia Napa in July, when the average temperature is 27 °C, and the highest can go up to 32 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 7 °C, with an average temperature of 12 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in December, when precipitation is around 80 mm. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Ayia Napa, with an average rainfall of 0 mm.

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How to Get to Ayia Napa

Plane

Although Ayia Napa doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Larnaca Airport (LCA), which is located 23 miles from Ayia Napa. Nicosia Ercan is the most popular, with regular flights from Jet2, American Airlines, British Airways and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest flight to Ayia Napa from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 4h 30m.

Car

Another option to get to Ayia Napa is to pick up a car hire from Paphos, which is about 91 miles from Ayia Napa. You’ll find branches of Elephant Rent A Car and AERCAR, among others, in Paphos.

Plane

Although Ayia Napa doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Larnaca Airport (LCA), which is located 23 miles from Ayia Napa. Nicosia Ercan is the most popular, with regular flights from Jet2, American Airlines, British Airways and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest flight to Ayia Napa from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 4h 30m.

Car

Another option to get to Ayia Napa is to pick up a car hire from Paphos, which is about 91 miles from Ayia Napa. You’ll find branches of Elephant Rent A Car and AERCAR, among others, in Paphos.

Airports near Ayia Napa

Airlines serving Ayia Napa

KLM
Good (1,477 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,860 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,807 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,314 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,268 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,901 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,547 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,455 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (900 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,542 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,720 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,733 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,830 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,184 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,374 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,430 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,908 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (971 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (297 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,171 reviews)
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Where to stay in Ayia Napa

From 5-star hotels such as the Amarande Hotel to great affordable options like the Tasia Maris Oasis, Ayia Napa offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around £58 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £128 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Ayia Napa

Most booked hotels in Ayia Napa

Nissiblu Beach Resort
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
£104+
Margadina Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
£61+
Cavo Maris Beach Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
£79+
Grecian Park
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
£105+
Chrysomare Beach Hotel & Resort
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
£103+
Capo Bay Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£117+

Hiring a car in Ayia Napa

Hiring a car in Ayia Napa costs £28 per day, on average, or £169 if you want to hire it for 6 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 36% more expensive than at Larnaca.

Expect to pay £1.26 per litre in Ayia Napa (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £15.02 and £20.03. The most frequently booked car type in Ayia Napa is Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Skoda Fabia or similar) is, on average, 61% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Ayia Napa costs £28 per day, on average, or £169 if you want to hire it for 6 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 36% more expensive than at Larnaca.

Expect to pay £1.26 per litre in Ayia Napa (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £15.02 and £20.03. The most frequently booked car type in Ayia Napa is Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Skoda Fabia or similar) is, on average, 61% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.