Travelling from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Paphos International Airport (PFO): what you need to know
Paphos is one hour behind Istanbul and observes the UTC+2 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to catch your IST to PFO flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Paphos International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between IST and PFO:
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport
Queen Alia International Airport
Thessaloniki International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Paphos International Airport (PFO)
ر.ق. 355 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Paphos International Airport flight. Return flights start at ر.ق. 878. These fares may change depending on demand.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from IST to PFO if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
Getting cheap flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Paphos International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across every month and bag a great deal.
Picking up cheap flights from IST to PFO is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as fares go down.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Paphos International Airport.
Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport takes about 1 hour 45 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near IST? If you're catching an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Paphos International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Paphos International Airport (PFO)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Paphos International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near PFO instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Paphos International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Elephant Rent A Car, Get Your Car or Aercar and see more of Paphos and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Paphos International Airport about three weeks in advance.
Getting from Paphos International Airport (PFO) to central Paphos
Paphos International Airport is roughly 21 kilometres from central Paphos. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
When to fly to Paphos International Airport (PFO)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Paphos International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Paphos. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Paphos is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Paphos International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
February has average temperatures of between 9ºC and 18ºC. Search for cheap tickets from IST to PFO sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Cyprus
You've done Paphos, now it's time to explore other parts of Cyprus. Travel around 97 kilometres north-east to Nicosia to check off its leading sights. From Ledra Street Crossing Point to Selimiye Mosque and Venetian walls of Nicosia, your itinerary will be busy.
Limassol is another standout destination in Cyprus and is around 56 kilometres east of Paphos. No journey is complete without experiencing Πλατεία Συντάγματος - Plac Syntagma, Syrou Park and Linear Park Lellas karagianni.