Paphos Airport to Famagusta (Gazimağusa)
Cross-Island Transfers
Travelling from the far west of Cyprus to the east coast? Our private transfer service offers spacious, air-conditioned comfort for the long drive from Paphos Airport to Famagusta. Fixed prices starting from £185.
Returning to Paphos? We provide punctual return trips from your Famagusta hotel or Long Beach apartment across the island to Paphos Airport. Select "Return Transfer" when booking.
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The Long-Haul: Paphos to East Coast
At approximately 150 kilometres, the journey from Paphos International Airport to Famagusta (Gazimağusa) is one of the longest transfers on the island. After a tiring flight, relying on our executive, spacious vehicles is the best way to travel.
We'll pick you up in Paphos, handle the driving across the vast Mesaoria plain, and seamlessly navigate the UN border control at Nicosia. You will be delivered directly to your East Coast accommodation, whether you're staying in the historic Walled City, the Salamis coastline, or the booming Iskele Long Beach area.
Total journey approx. 2.5 hours (150 minutes), crossing the breadth of the island.
Distance from Paphos Airport to Famagusta
The distance between Paphos International Airport and Famagusta (Gazimağusa) in North Cyprus is approximately 150 km. The journey usually takes between 2.5 and 3 hours depending on traffic conditions and border crossing times.
Most travellers arriving at Paphos Airport choose private airport transfers as the most convenient way to reach Famagusta hotels, resorts and holiday villas. We also provide transfers from Larnaca Airport to Famagusta and other destinations across North Cyprus.
Quick Facts
- Private transfers only
- Flight monitoring included
- Free waiting time
- No hidden fees
Taxi Prices from Paphos Airport to Famagusta Areas
We provide private airport taxi transfers from Paphos Airport to all Famagusta areas including the city centre, Varosha, Salamis, Long Beach, Tuzla, and surrounding villages.
Private airport transfers with fixed prices - per vehicle, not per person
| Destination Area | 1-6 Passengers | 7 Passengers | Journey Time | Book Now |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🏙️ FAMAGUSTA CITY CENTRE (2h 30m · £185/£205) | ||||
| Famagusta City Centre, Varosha (Maraş), Port Area | £185 | £205 | 2h 30m | |
| 🌊 SALAMIS / YENİ BOĞAZİÇİ (2h 40m · £185/£205) | ||||
| Salamis Bay, Yeni Boğaziçi, Salamis area | £185 | £205 | 2h 40m | |
| 🏖️ ISKELE / LONG BEACH (2h 45m · £185/£205) | ||||
| Iskele, Long Beach, Boğaz area | £185 | £205 | 2h 45m | |
Note: All prices are per vehicle. For areas not listed, please contact us for a quote.
Taxi Prices from Paphos Airport to Famagusta Hotels
Private airport transfers to all Famagusta hotels and resorts - per vehicle, not per person
| Hotel Destination | 1-6 Passengers | 7 Passengers | Journey Time | Location | Book Now |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🏨 FAMAGUSTA CITY & VAROSHA HOTELS | |||||
| Arkin Palm Beach Hotel | £185 | £205 | 2h 30m (148 km) | Varosha | |
| Grand Sapphire City Hotel | £185 | £205 | 2h 25m (146 km) | City Centre | |
| Ingate Hotel | £185 | £205 | 2h 22m (145 km) | City Centre | |
| Novel Centre Point Hotel | £185 | £205 | 2h 25m (146 km) | City Centre | |
| Port View Hotel | £185 | £205 | 2h 22m (145 km) | City Centre | |
| 🏨 SALAMIS / YENİ BOĞAZİÇİ HOTELS | |||||
| Salamis Bay Conti Resort | £185 | £205 | 2h 40m (153 km) | Salamis | |
| Mimoza Beach Hotel | £185 | £205 | 2h 40m (153 km) | Yeni Boğaziçi | |
| Oscar Park Hotel | £185 | £205 | 2h 40m (153 km) | Yeni Boğaziçi | |
| 🏨 ISKELE / LONG BEACH HOTELS | |||||
| Courtyard Long Beach Holiday Resort | £185 | £205 | 2h 45m (158 km) | Long Beach | |
| Grand Sapphire Resort & Casino | £185 | £205 | 2h 45m (158 km) | Iskele | |
| Merit Royal Gardens Hotel | £185 | £205 | 2h 50m (162 km) | Iskele | |
| Arkin Iskele Hotel | £185 | £205 | 2h 45m (158 km) | Iskele | |
| 🏨 MORE FAMAGUSTA REGION HOTELS | |||||
| Blue Sea Karpasia Hotel | £185 | £220 | 2h 55m (165 km) | Karpaz | |
| Merit Cyprus Gardens | £185 | £205 | 2h 30m (150 km) | Famagusta | |
| Eastern Mediterranean University (EMU) | £185 | £205 | 2h 25m (147 km) | Famagusta | |
| Sea Life Hotel, Iskele | £185 | £205 | 2h 45m (158 km) | Iskele | |
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Tip: Don't see your hotel? Contact us and we'll provide a quote for any Famagusta accommodation.
Famagusta & Iskele
Famagusta (Gazimağusa) beautifully blends deep medieval history with spectacular coastlines.
Visitors can explore the imposing Venetian walls and Othello's Tower in the city center, or travel slightly north to the ancient Roman ruins of Salamis. Just a few minutes further up the coast lies Iskele and the famous "Long Beach" stretch, which has rapidly become the premier destination for luxury holiday apartments and sandy beach clubs in North Cyprus.
Paphos to Famagusta – Cross-Island FAQ
The Need for Comfort on Long Routes
Because this route spans the entire width of Cyprus, avoiding shared shuttles or cramped standard taxis is vital:
- Spacious Interiors: Our Mercedes Vito minivans offer generous legroom for the 2.5-hour journey.
- Zero Exhaustion: You've already endured a flight to Paphos; let a professional driver tackle the island's highway network while you rest.
- Luggage Capacity: Long holidays require big bags. Our vehicles have massive boot space for all your belongings.
- Border Expertise: We seamlessly bridge the gap between South and North without you needing to change cars at Nicosia.
Navigating the Island
Inbound (Paphos to Famagusta):
We utilize the main A6 and A1 highways from Paphos directly to Nicosia to make the best time. After clearing the border in the capital, we cut across the flat, open Mesaoria plain straight to the East Coast, bypassing unnecessary traffic.
Outbound (Famagusta to Paphos):
Due to the extreme distance (150km+) and the potential for border queues, we strongly advise booking your pickup from Famagusta at least 5 hours prior to your Paphos flight departure. This ensures zero stress at check-in.