Several car-rental companies keep desks at Larnaca International Airport (LCA), so you can collect a vehicle within minutes of clearing arrivals. A rental car is the easiest way to explore Cyprus at your own pace — Cape Greco and the Blue Lagoon, the Troodos mountains, the wine villages and the beaches of the east coast are all far simpler to reach with your own wheels.
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Where to pick up your car
The rental desks sit in the terminal; depending on the company, the cars are either right outside or in a nearby lot a short walk or shuttle away. Booking online before you fly almost always secures a better rate and guarantees availability, which matters in the summer high season (roughly May to October) and over holidays, when fleets sell out. Bring your confirmation and arrive with a little patience — paperwork at the desk takes a few minutes.
What you need
- A valid driving licence, usually held for at least 1–3 years
- EU/UK licences are accepted; many other national licences are fine, and an International Driving Permit helps if your licence is not in the Latin alphabet
- A credit card in the main driver's name for the deposit
- Your passport and rental confirmation
- Minimum age is usually 21–25; younger drivers often pay a surcharge
Insurance, excess and fuel
Read the cover carefully before you sign. Basic rates usually include collision damage waiver but leave a sizeable excess/deductible, which you can reduce with extra cover or a separate excess policy. Check the fuel policy too — "full-to-full", where you return the car with a full tank, is usually the fairest. Photograph any existing scratches at handover so there is no dispute on return.
| Item | What to check |
|---|---|
| Excess / deductible | How much you are liable for, and whether you can reduce it |
| Fuel policy | Prefer full-to-full; note the nearest station to the airport |
| Mileage | Often unlimited, but confirm |
| Extras | Child seats, additional drivers, GPS — add at booking |
Driving in Cyprus
The most important thing to know: Cyprus drives on the left, and the car is right-hand drive — a legacy of British rule that catches out many visitors for the first hour. Distances are marked in kilometres, and good motorways link Larnaca with Nicosia (A2), Ayia Napa (A3) and Limassol (A5), with Paphos beyond via the A6. Take extra care at roundabouts and on mountain roads in the Troodos, and never leave valuables on show. For roundabout rules, speed limits and what else surprises visitors, see our full guide to driving in Cyprus for first-timers. A car also pairs well with the resorts — see our guide to Ayia Napa, Protaras and Limassol and hotels near the airport. Rates, age limits and insurance terms vary by company and can change, so confirm the details when you book.
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