<h2 class="blog-hed2 pb-lg-4 pb-3 text-lg-center">History of Paphos International Airport</h2>
<p class="blog-para">The airport first opened in 1982 41 years ago. In may 2006, Hermes Airports Limited took over the construction, development, and operation of both Larnaca and Paphos airports for a period of 25 years. According to the airport operator, Paphos Airport served 1,744,011 passengers in 2007. A new passenger terminal opened in Paphos in November 2008.</p>
<p class="blog-para">On January 10, 2012, Ryanair announced they were opening their 50th base in Paphos. In April 2012, they allocated two aircraft to Paphos with 15 new routes, offering over 80 flights a week.</p>
<p class="blog-para">Ryanair claims the reason they opened the base in Paphos was due to reduced landing charges offered by Hermes' incentive scheme as well as the fact that they can easily operate within their standards (e.g., their typical 25-minute turnaround time). A new four-lane road is being planned to link the airport and Paphos, so passengers and staff can avoid using the B6 main road and the E603 secondary road, which are often heavily congested.</p>
<h2 class="blog-hed2 pb-lg-4 pb-3 text-lg-left">Ground transportation from Paphos International Airport</h2>
<p class="blog-para"><strong>Bus:</strong> There is a regular bus service from Paphos Harbour station to the airport limited services also run to and from Paphos Town (Karavella) and Polis. Direct buses to and from Limassol, Nicosia, and Larnaca are also available.</p>
<p class="blog-para"><strong>Car:</strong> The airport is located 20.8 kilometers (12.9 miles) south-east of Paphos and 61.2 kilometers (38.0 miles) west of Limassol.</p>
<p class="blog-para"><strong>Taxi:</strong> Transfer to downtown Paphos within 20 minutes. It is without a doubt the fastest way to the city centre.</p>
<p class="blog-para"><strong>Transfers:</strong> If you want private transportation to and from Paphos Airport, you can book a transfer to your preferred destination.</p>
<p class="blog-para"><strong>Car hire:</strong> Hire a car in Paphos Airport. You can also book your car online through our search engine.</p>
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