Travelling from Istanbul to Paphos International Airport (PFO): What you need to know
Paphos International Airport is located in Paphos. The city follows the UTC+2 timezone and is one hour behind Istanbul.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Istanbul to PFO. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Istanbul to PFO. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Istanbul Airport (IST). Take a break from travelling at one of these airports:
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Amman Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
Thessaloniki International Makedonia Airport (SKG)
Located around 40 kilometres from central Istanbul, IST can be reached in about 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Istanbul to Paphos International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to Istanbul Airport:
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Knock a new city off your list or just take a moment to reset with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Istanbul to Paphos International Airport, here's where you can stop when setting off from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Sofia Airport (SOF)
You can arrive at SAW from the centre of Istanbul in approximately 1 hour 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to travel the 48 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Istanbul to PFO flight? Kick back in a hotel near Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport before your holiday officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 68%. This figure shows how frequently flights that take off from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.
About Paphos International Airport (PFO)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Istanbul to Paphos International Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near PFO instead:
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride around three weeks before your Istanbul to Paphos International Airport flight.
Getting from Paphos International Airport (PFO) to central Paphos
Paphos International Airport is around 14 kilometres from the centre of Paphos. It takes around 20 minutes or so to drive to the city.
Travelling on public transport takes about 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Paphos International Airport (PFO)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Paphos International Airport is $109. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $228. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Istanbul to PFO. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when searching for your Istanbul to Paphos International Airport ticket.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you when a better deal is available on plane tickets from Istanbul to PFO.
Save money on your flight from Istanbul to Paphos International Airport by using the search filters. Select your ideal departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Istanbul to Paphos International Airport (PFO)
December is the quietest month for flights from Istanbul to Paphos International Airport (PFO), while August is the busiest. Figure out the ideal time to visit Paphos based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Paphos is July, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your Istanbul to PFO plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Search for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Paphos International Airport in February if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF).
More about Paphos
Once you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Paphos International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Paphos:
Paphos Mosaics and House of Dionysos are a couple of popular attractions to put on your Paphos to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Catacombs.
Explore more of Cyprus
Paphos is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Cyprus you should also see. Around 105 kilometres east of Paphos, a trip to Larnaca will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Sunset point, Mackenzie Beach and Larnaca Marina.
If there's time to check out another great destination in Cyprus, consider Famagusta, about 145 kilometres east of Paphos. Silver Beach, Glapsides Beach and the Lala Mustafa Pasha Mosque （St. Nicolas Cathedral） are among the biggest draws.
