Travel Information


Cyprus is served by two International Airports; Larnaca International Airport, (LCA) and Paphos International Airport, (PFO). More than 50 International Airlines connect Cyprus to the whole world; for more details regarding flights to/from Cyprus, please visit the official website of both airports at www.hermesairports.com. Furthermore, domestic communication between both airports and all the major cities on the island is very quick and easy via an extensive highway system.


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Airports

Cyprus has two (2) airports:


Airport Transfers

Please note that participants have the following options for their transfers from / to the airport:

Private Taxi Transfers

Arrange for transfers by taxi through the conference coordinator, EasyConferences. These transfers are bookable online through www.easyconferences.org. These transfers can be private (max 3 persons) or shared, are inclusive of meet and assist, and the service is guaranteed.

Airport Taxis

Get an airport taxi on arrival to the airport. Service is quite good, but at times one may have to wait and prices may vary depending on the time of arrival.

Car rentals

Participants may opt to hire a car during their stay, and thus use it for their airport transfers. Cars may be reserved through the conference coordinator, EasyConferences at special conference rates and are bookable online through www.easyconferences.org.

Public Transportation

Please note that Cyprus has a comprehensive public bus network, with extensive inner-city routes and also major city and airport connections. You can find more information at Cyprusbybus.com. If you require specific information, please click here and select your desired city.

Larnaca Airport to Larnaca

Use the Larnaca public bus Route 425 (view the map and the route) which passes by Lordos Beach Hotel-Venue and all the other accommodation hotels. Alternatively, you can use one of the public bus route 417/418/419 to get to Larnaca City Centre (Central Bus Station) and afterwards hop on another bus to reach your accommodation hotel. Please visit 'Zinonas Buses' webpage at www.zinonasbuses.com for routes, timetables and maps for all buses in Larnaca.


Paphos Airport to Limassol

Option 1:
Step 1: Once you arrive at Paphos Airport, you can take the direct service to Limassol (Ag. Georgios Havouzas bus stop); handled by Limassol Airport Express coaches (45 minutes shuttle service). You may visit www.limassolairportexpress.eu to check the timetable that matches your flight.
Step 2: Afterwards, you can use Limassol public buses ‘EMEL’ to find a route to your accommodation hotel. Please visit their webpage www.limassolbuses.com for routes and timetables. Alternatively, you can get a taxi to drop you off to your hotel.


To view a complete map of available routes, please click here and download the Urban Routes PDF.


Option 2:
Step 1: Once you arrive at Paphos Airport, you can use the public bus route 613 to reach Pervola-Karavela Station. Please visit ‘OSYPA Buses’ website at www.pafosbuses.com to find map and timetable.
Step 2: From Pervola-Karavela Station use the Public Bus Company ‘Intercity Buses': www.intercity-buses.com to get to Limassol City (New Port Station).
Step 3: At the New Port Station in Limassol you can hop on ‘EMEL Buses’ to reach your hotel. Please visit ‘EMEL Buses’ routes and timetable at: www.limassolbuses.com. Alternatively, you can get a taxi to drop you off to your hotel.

To view a complete map of available routes, please click here and download the Urban Routes PDF.


General Info

  • The voltage on the island is 240 Socket outlets are of flat 3 pin-type.
  • English is the second language and is widely spoken. A greater Knowledge of French and German is increasingly noticeable.
  • The currency of the Republic is the Euro.
  • Banks in Cyprus open for the, public from 08:30 to 13:30 midday. Certain banks in tourist areas open during the afternoon.
  • All types of medication are available in well stocked pharmacies all over Cyprus.
  • Telephone: Cyprus automatic telephone dialing system reaches 206 countries. Telecards can be purchased from Post Offices, kiosks and souvenir shops.
  • There are two international airports in Cyprus, at Larnaca and Pafos.
  • The two main ports are in Lemesos and Larnaca.
  • Around 30 airlines connect Cyprus directly with most European and Middle-East countries, which provide ongoing services to anywhere in the world.
  • As from May 2004 Cyprus is a full member of the European Community.

Visa Requirements

Important note for travelers

As Cyprus is a candidate country bound to join the Schengen Area, Residents of non-EU countries who hold valid multiple-entry Schengen visas must first pass through a full Schengen member territory in order to utilize the visa in Cyprus. The Schengen Visa holder is allowed to travel to Cyprus directly from a Schengen member country without applying for a National Cypriot visa and stay in the Republic of Cyprus for the duration of their Schengen visa.

The above arrangements do not apply for persons holding a Turkish or Azerbaijani passport. If you are affected, please visit the Cyprus Ministry of Foreign Affairs website on how to apply for a Cyprus Visa.

For further information, please check the European Commission website regarding Schengen Visas.

Schengen zone

Schengen Area as of 1/7/2013

Where Visas are being issued

Visas will be issued by all the Diplomatic Missions (Embassies and General Consulates) of the Republic of Cyprus, and by all the Honorary Consulates of the Republic of Cyprus abroad in their respective countries. Additionally visas can also be issued by the British High Commissions / Embassies in the following countries:

ARGENTINE REPUBLIC, BAHREIN, HONG KONG, JAPAN, JORDAN, KAZAKHSTAN, KUWAIT, OMAN, SWITZERLAND, SUDAN, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES (ABU DHABI, DUBAI) and UZBEKISTAN.

The above information is based on information provided by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.



Distances

From

To

Distance in km/miles

Distance in minutes

Larnaca Airport (LCA)

Nicosia City 52 km (32.4mi) 35 min
Limassol City 67 km (41.7mi) 45 min
Larnaca City 6.5 km (4mi) 10 min
Paphos City 133 km (82.5mi) 1h 20min
Protaras Town 67 km (41.9mi) 45 min
Agia Napa Town 58 km (36.1mi) 40 min
Coral Bay Area 142km (88.1mi) 1h 35min
Troodos Square 110km (68.6mi) 1h 25min

Paphos Airport (PFO)

Nicosia City 145 km (90.3mi) 1h 40 min
Limassol City 62 km (38.7mi) 45 min
Larnaca City 131 km (81.7mi) 1h 30min
Paphos City 10 km (6 mi) 20 min
Protaras Town 182 km (113.5mi) 2h
Agia Napa Town 173 km (139 mi) 1h 50min
Coral Bay Area 24 km (14.6 mi) 30 min
Troodos Square 61 km (37.4 mi) 1h 15min

 

EERA JP on Smart Grids

24th Steering Committee meeting hosted by FOSS Cyprus

Dates

11-13 May 2016

Venue

Lordos Beach Hotel,
Larnaca, Cyprus

Contact

Local Arrangements

Easy Conferences
Email: info@easyconferences.eu
Web: www.easyconferences.eu
Phone: +357 22 591900

Contact

Academic Matters

Dr. Venizelos Efthymiou
Email: efthymiou.venizelos@ucy.ac.cy
Phone: +357 22 893814