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There are 0 flights operating between Istanbul and Paphos. You may find frequent flights from London, Paris and Milan to Paphos.

Are you looking for cheap fares for Paphos flights? In the coming 3 months: Berlin Paphos 401 EUR, Istanbul Paphos 236 EUR and Manchester Paphos 379 EUR

Better to book your flight to Paphos 53 days before departure to get the best fares on average.

months are the highest season for Cyprus, Paphos. The prices are higher compared to the other periods. You will find the cheapest flight prices in the following months: April and August.

Paphos is a coastal city located in the southwest of Cyprus and is the capital of the Paphos Region. Located on the Mediterranean coast, Paphos is 50 km west of the Port of Limassol. The city consists of two parts, Old Paphos (Lower Paphos) and Upper Paphos. Paphos was included in the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1980 due to its ancient structures, mosaics, and religious significance. The city was named the European Capital of Culture in 2017. Hosting approximately 4 million tourists every year, Paphos dazzles with its historical and natural riches.

Paphos Attractions

We can list the places to visit in Paphos as follows:

Kato Paphos - Old Paphos

The capital of the island for 6 centuries, Old Paphos is like an open-air museum. Old Paphos, which is on the UNESCO World Heritage List, is the most lively area of ​​the island. Open Air Theatre, Agia Kyriaki Church, Christian Chrysopolitissa Basilica, St Paul's Column, Agia Solomoni Catacombs Church, King Tombs, and many ancient structures are located here. The resort area of ​​the city is also in Old Paphos. Hotels, taverns, cafes, souvenir shops, and entertainment venues are in the vicinity of Alykes Beach, Old Paphos.

Church of Agia Kyriaki and Basilica of Chrysopolitissa

The Church of Agia Kyriaki and the Basilica of Chrysopolitissa, built-in 400 AD, is one of the oldest churches and basilicas in the world. St. Paul attracts a lot of attention for teaching Christianity in 45 AD. The complex host's thousands of visitors every year.

Paphos Archaeological Park

Paphos Archaeological Park is a complex that includes a large part of the ancient Roman and Greek cities. In the Paphos Archaeological Park, where sites and monuments dating from prehistoric times to the Middle Ages are located, there are four large Roman villas such as the House of Dionysus, the House of Aion, the House of Theseus, and the House of Orpheus. All have perfectly preserved mosaic floors, especially an Orpheus mosaic. Other excavations in the complex revealed an agora, an aslipieion, a basilica, an odeion, a Hellenistic-Roman theater, and a necropolis known as the "Kings' Tombs". A part of the ancient city is located in the New Paphos section and is still under excavation.

Akamas Peninsula National Park

Located on the west coast of Cyprus, on an area of ​​230 square kilometers, Akamas National Park includes valleys, gorges, and bays. Akamas National Park, which is very important for Mediterranean ecology, has 168 kinds of birds, 20 different reptiles, 16 butterfly species, and 12 different mammal species. Included in the Mediterranean Conservation Program by the Council of Europe, the national park is one of the most beautiful places in Paphos.

Agios Neophytos Monastery

Agios Neophytos Monastery was founded in the second half of the 12th century by the reclusive Cypriot writer Neophytos. Located about 9 km north of Paphos, the monastery is at the head of the picturesque valley. The best examples of Byzantine frescoes can be seen in the Agios Neophytos Monastery. There is also a religious museum belonging to the monastery, which contains post-Byzantine icons.

Kings Tombs

King Tombs, located 2 kilometers northwest of Paphos Harbour, is a large necropolis. The tombs, which were carved into hard rock and built similar to the houses of the period, were prepared for Paphos nobles and high-ranking officials. Because of the splendor of the necropole tombs, they were named the King's Tombs. Archaeological excavations continue in the region. The Tombs of the Kings are on the UNESCO World Heritage List together with the city of Paphos since 1980.

What to Eat in Paphos?

Koupepia (Cyprus Stuffed Vine Leaf) and Gemista (Stuffed Vegetables)

Koupepia, one of the famous foods of Paphos, is also prepared in Turkey, Greece and the Middle East. The filling, which is prepared with minced meat, rice, onions, tomatoes and spices, is wrapped in fresh vine leaves. The stuffed type called Gemista is prepared by stuffing the stuffing with minced meat with zucchini, pepper, onion, zucchini flower and eggplant.

Souvlakia and Sheftalia (Shish Kebab and Peach Kebab)

Souvlaki, which is actually a flavor unique to Greek cuisine, is also quite famous in Paphos. Souvlaki, which is prepared by cooking the pieces of meat on a charcoal grill, is served with pita and salad. Seftali kebab is prepared by cooking meatballs wrapped in a lamb's shirt. It is also prepared with mushrooms and halloumi as vegetarian.

Loukoumades

The dessert known as lokma in Turkey is prepared differently in Paphos. The balls of yeast dough are deep fried in oil and dipped in honey syrup. Topped with cinnamon, sesame and hazelnuts, Lokmades is a popular dessert.

Macaronia tou fournou

Known as "Pastitsio" in Greece, this dish is a kind of baked pasta. It uses ground beef, bechamel and cheese in tomato sauce. In the version made in Cyprus, halloumi cheese and dried mint are also used. It is served with a side salad as a main course.

When to go to Paphos?

With its hot and dry summers and mild winters, Paphos is the ideal time to visit and October is the period. The hottest month of the year is August with an average of 32 degrees. Those who do not like too much heat may prefer June and July to travel to Paphos.

How to go to Paphos?

There is no possibility to fly to Paphos from Turkey. It is possible to travel to Paphos by flights with European transportation. The most affordable Paphos flight tickets are on turna.com!