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All EU
Citizens can enter Cyprus with their National ID cards. Other visitors
need their passports. Many countries do not need a visa. Check with
the nearest Cypriot consulate in your area.
By Air
The only ways to reach Cyprus, the time being,
is by air or sea. Cyprus is served by two international airports. The
main one is in Larnaca, and the other is near Paphos. Most
international flights land and get off from Larnaca airport. Many
charter flights are also operated, which provides direct connection to
major cities in the world. Being a central country, most flight times
could take about 2 to 3 hours from major European cities. As an
example, a flight from Athens takes 100 minutes to Larnaca.
Unless you like cruises, and you do not like
sea-sickness, it is better to travel by plane. Many internet sites now
offer cheap offers and charter flights to Larnaca. Also many travel
agents will provide special rates. However, as a rule of thumb, always
book your flight early.
The current Larnaca airport consists of a single
large Apron for all flights. It is somehow a basic airport, where
passengers are transferred by bus from the gate to the plane and vice
versa. However this will change in 2008 as a new airport is being
built in order to serve the increasing demand.
By Sea
The other way to get to cyprus is by sea. Two
major ports serve Cyprus. Limassol being the most important one., the
other is in Larnaca. Most passenger and cargo traffic go to Limassol
port. Cyprus acts as a hub for connection for routes going to Greece,
Greek islands, Egypt and Israel. On the other hand, if you have a
private or self operated vessel, Larnaca port is the answer. It is
well maintained and is better setup for this type of vessels. The
marina and port are situated on the eastern side of Larnaca town.
From Italy, Israel, Greece, Greek Islands or
Egypt there are direct ferries to Cyprus. Online ferry ticketing is
also available.
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