Private jet to Paphos

Paphos is the airport for the western end of Cyprus: the harbour and hotels of Kato Paphos, the beach resort of Coral Bay, the villas and golf resorts in the hills, and the Akamas peninsula with Polis and Latchi further north. Most private flights here are holidays of one or two weeks, often with golf bags, children and sometimes a dog on board. The harbour hotels are about a quarter of an hour by car from the aircraft.

The airport has far fewer movements than Larnaca and has no night closure. There is no separate terminal for private aircraft, and business aviation passengers do not go through the main passenger terminal: the FBO serves them at the aircraft or in a dedicated area nearby, with passport and customs checks arranged for the flight. From Vienna a midsize jet needs about three hours, from London about four and a half. As a broker without aircraft of our own, we compare operators across Europe and quote the price for the whole aircraft.

Tell us the dates, the number of passengers and the luggage in the form, and a consultant will send aircraft options and the price.

What draws private flyers to the west coast

How long is the flight

Times for the Citation Latitude in the main price table, including taxi, climb and descent:

• Vienna: 3:01 h, 1,987 km
• Munich: 3:23 h, Milan Linate: 3:24 h
• Nice: 3:31 h, Zurich: 3:35 h
• Geneva: 3:44 h, Frankfurt: 3:46 h, Hamburg: 3:58 h
• Copenhagen: 4:01 h, Brussels: 4:09 h, Paris Le Bourget: 4:12 h
• Amsterdam: 4:13 h, Madrid: 4:34 h, London Farnborough: 4:35 h

Paphos lies about 100 km west of Larnaca, so the flight from Western Europe is a few minutes shorter. From Manchester the Legacy 500 needs 4:46 h, from Edinburgh 5:00 h and from Dublin 5:05 h, the longest European sectors on this page, all still non-stop. The Greek islands are close: Rhodes is 1:07 h away in a Citation CJ3, Santorini 1:25 h and Heraklion 1:26 h. From Dubai a Challenger 650 takes 3:22 h.

Prices for flights to Paphos

Every price covers the whole aircraft for one way and assumes a suitable aircraft near the departure airport. Handling, airport charges and passenger taxes are added in the quote. The flight time column shows the first aircraft in each row.

From the main European hubs

The Citation Latitude has a flat floor and stand-up cabin for up to nine passengers, so even the cheapest column is comfortable for four hours. The Gulfstream G280 costs EUR 5,000-8,000 more on these routes and flies a little faster, while the Legacy 650 takes up to 13 passengers and a large hold for a family with a lot of luggage.

From the UK regions, Ireland, Scandinavia and southern Europe

Holiday traffic to the west coast often starts outside the big hubs. On the longest sectors from Manchester, Edinburgh and Dublin the columns change to aircraft with more range:

From Greece and the eastern Mediterranean

A week in Cyprus combines easily with Crete, Rhodes or the Cyclades. A flight in the opposite direction, from Paphos to the Greek islands, is priced on the same basis:

Long-haul flights

From the Gulf the operator confirms the route and the time according to the airspace open on the day. From New York the Falcon 7X and the Global 7500 fly non-stop; with a full load the operator checks the take-off performance on the 2,700 m runway before confirming:

Two things set the price: hours in the air and the positioning of the aircraft to the departure airport. Passenger taxes come on top and depend on the countries on the route. Italy charges EUR 200 per passenger on every flight between Italy and Cyprus, France about EUR 420 per passenger on a jet, and Austria EUR 12. The UK charges Air Passenger Duty, which depends on the weight and the seats of the aircraft, and Germany and Norway also charge a departure tax. Charges in Paphos are listed in the quote.

Business jet price per flight hour

Heavy Jets from EUR 8,300 / hour

Light Jets from EUR 3,200 / hour

Ultra Long Range Jets from EUR 12,000 / hour

Super Midsize Jets from EUR 6,300 / hour

Very Light Jets from EUR 2,500 / hour

Long Range Jets from EUR 9,800 / hour

Midsize Jets from EUR 4,500 / hour

Turboprops from EUR 2,000 / hour

Three typical trips

Cost per passenger

Sharing the aircraft with family or friends lowers the price per seat quickly. Passenger taxes are added per person:

Price calculator

Enter the route, date and number of passengers in the calculator, and add golf bags or a pet in the comment field.

Paphos airport: runway and FBO service

Paphos International Airport (PFO, LCPH) is about 15 km by road south-east of the town, 12 m above the sea. Like Larnaca, it is run by Hermes Airports. It is a civil and military airport, with an air base on its north-eastern side. The single runway, 11/29, is about 2,700 m long and takes every business jet class, including long-range types. The airport is open 24 hours, and a handling agent is booked before every flight.

Paphos has no separate terminal for private aircraft, and business aviation passengers do not use the main passenger terminal. They are served on the apron at the aircraft or in a specially equipped area nearby, often with a private lounge where they can wait away from the main hall. The FBOs working here include Sky Valet, MY OPS, Skylink Services Ltd and Swissport Executive Aviation. The FBO handles the slot, refuelling and the passengers themselves, from the meeting at the steps to fast-track security, customs and passport control. In July and August the airport is full of holiday charters, so the parking stand is requested together with the slot.

Larnaca and the alternates

For the east of the island, or when Paphos has no parking, Larnaca is the second option. Distances are straight-line from Paphos:

RAF Akrotiri, close to Limassol, is a British military base and not available for private charters. Ercan in the north lies outside the control of the Republic of Cyprus and is not used, so a trip to the north continues by road from the south.

Choosing the aircraft for a holiday flight

On a four-hour holiday flight the hold often decides more than the number of seats. A golf bag takes far more room than a suitcase, so a group of six golfers usually needs a super midsize jet, while the same six people with ordinary luggage fit a midsize jet. For ten or more passengers, heavy jets are the practical choice, and for trips that continue to the Gulf the same aircraft can stay with you.

Not sure which aircraft takes your group and its luggage? Leave your number, and a consultant will call you back.

Seasons on the west coast

Golf, walking and beach holidays peak at different times of the year, and the airport's own rhythm follows the holiday charters:

For golf, March, April, October and November combine pleasant temperatures with free aircraft. For July and August, book the flight at least a month ahead.

Transfers from Paphos airport

Empty Legs to and from Paphos

When an aircraft has brought clients to Paphos and returns empty, the operator sells the sector at a reduced price. There are fewer empty sectors here than in Larnaca, and most of them follow the holiday season. Directions that come up regularly:

Dates and times of an Empty Leg are set by the operator, so it suits a flexible holiday rather than a fixed date. Send your direction and dates to empty-legs@jets.flights, and we will tell you when a matching flight appears.

Bringing your dog or cat

A villa holiday is easier with the dog, and on a private jet it travels in the cabin beside you, not in the hold. The operator must approve the animal before booking. Cyprus applies the EU rules, although it is outside Schengen:

Passports, customs and taxes

Checklist for the trip

• Valid passport, or ID card for EU citizens, for every passenger including children.
• Names, dates of birth and document numbers sent no later than the day before.
• Number of suitcases, golf bags, prams and other large items.
• Villa or hotel address, so the driver goes straight there.
• Pet passport or health certificate, microchip and rabies record.
• Date of the return flight, if the aircraft is to come back for you.

Booking a flight to Paphos

1. Send the departure airport, dates, number of passengers and the address on the west coast; for Limassol we compare Paphos and Larnaca.
2. List the luggage, golf bags and any pet, so we can choose between a midsize and a super midsize jet.
3. You receive 2-4 aircraft options with the price for the whole aircraft and, for longer stays, a comparison of parking against two one-way flights.
4. After you sign the contract and pay, we book the FBO, the car and, if needed, a helicopter.
5. On the day, the handling agent meets you at the aircraft and the car waits outside the terminal.

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Paphos private flights: common questions

• • What does a private jet to Paphos cost?

  • A Citation Latitude costs EUR 22,000 one way from Vienna and EUR 29,000 from London, for the whole aircraft. Island hops from Rhodes or Tel Aviv start at EUR 7,500 in a turboprop; handling and passenger taxes are added in the quote.

• • Does Paphos have a private jet terminal?

  • No separate building. Passengers do not use the main terminal: the FBO meets them at the aircraft or in a dedicated area nearby, often with a private lounge, and takes them through fast-track security, passport and customs checks.

• • How long does the flight from London take?

  • 4:35 h from Farnborough in a midsize jet, without a fuel stop. From Manchester allow 4:46 h and from Edinburgh 5:00 h.

• • Is Paphos or Larnaca better for Limassol?

  • The drive takes 45-60 minutes from Paphos and 50-70 minutes from Larnaca, so we choose by the slot, parking and the time of day.

• • How far are Coral Bay and Aphrodite Hills?

  • Coral Bay is 30-40 minutes by car, Aphrodite Hills 20-40 minutes depending on traffic, or about 10 minutes by helicopter.

• • Which aircraft for a golf group?

  • For four to six golfers with bags, a super midsize jet such as the Gulfstream G280 or Praetor 600 has enough hold. With fewer bags a midsize jet is enough.

• • Can we land late in the evening?

  • Yes. The airport has no night closure; the handler and the stand are booked before departure.

• • Do I need a passport?

  • There is a border check because Cyprus is outside Schengen. EU citizens can travel with an ID card; all other passengers need a passport.

• • Can the dog come on holiday with us?

  • Yes, in the cabin, with a microchip, a valid rabies vaccination and a pet passport. Cyprus does not require tapeworm treatment, but the villa must accept dogs and the operator must approve the animal.

• • Should the aircraft wait for two weeks?

  • Rarely. For holidays of a week or more, the aircraft usually flies home and returns for you, which costs less than parking and crew hotels.

• • Are there Empty Legs to Paphos?

  • Fewer than to Larnaca, mostly between Paphos and the UK, Central Europe and the Greek islands. Write to empty-legs@jets.flights with your dates.

• • When should we book for the summer?

  • For July and August at least a month ahead, because handling and parking are busy. In spring and autumn a few days are often enough.