PAPHOS AIRPORT - A GATEWAY TO DEVELOPMENT FOR PAPHOS AND CYPRUS - Filenews 26/6
Since 2006, Hermes Airports has taken over the management of Larnaca and Paphos airports, contributing to the creation and continuous upgrading of infrastructure as well as the enhancement of Cyprus' air connectivity.
Over the past two decades, airports have evolved to meet the growing needs of passengers and airlines while supporting the country's tourism and economic activity. Paphos Airport, through Hermes Airports' continuous investment in infrastructure, passenger experience and connectivity, has today evolved into a key development pillar for the Paphos district, enhancing tourism, entrepreneurship and the international image of the city.
Effective Connectivity Strategy
Paphos International Airport served more than 3.8 million passengers in 2025 and is now a key access point for visitors from Europe and the Middle East. Its strategic location, coupled with Paphos' dynamic growth as a tourist and investment destination, has contributed to the increased demand for air connectivity.
In recent years, Paphos Airport has recorded a steady increase in passenger traffic, with new air connections and expansion of the route network. Today, the airport serves 19 airlines that fly to and from 57 destinations in a total of 22 countries.
In fact, Paphos Airport offers 13 exclusive routes that are not offered in the rich flight schedule of Larnaca Airport, with options such as: Eindhoven, Chania, Zagreb, Cologne, Kaunas, Memmingen, Dublin, Mykonos, Exeter, Naples, Aarhus, Norwich and Toulouse. The continuous strengthening of air connectivity based on Hermes Airports' strategy, combined with the efforts of other tourism operators, creates new prospects throughout the year, helps attract foreign investment and supports important sectors of the economy, such as hospitality, catering, retail and services.
Economic development pillar
At the same time, Paphos Airport is one of the most important development pillars of the province, with a substantial contribution to the economy and employment. Specifically, the total direct and indirect financial contribution resulting from the operation of the airport for 2025 alone amounts to €221.7 million, demonstrating its decisive role in the GDP of Cyprus.
At the same time, the airport's activity is linked to the creation and maintenance of 7,111 jobs in the Paphos district for 2025, boosting employment and offering significant opportunities for professional development.
These figures highlight Paphos Airport not only as a key gateway for visitors, but also as a strategic driver of economic growth and social prosperity for the region.
At the same time, Paphos Airport is one of the most important development pillars of the province, with a substantial contribution to the economy and employment. Specifically, the total direct and indirect financial contribution resulting from the operation of the airport for 2025 alone amounts to €221.7 million, demonstrating its decisive role in the GDP of Cyprus.
At the same time, the airport's activity is linked to the creation and maintenance of 7,111 jobs in the Paphos district for 2025, boosting employment and offering significant opportunities for professional development.
These figures highlight Paphos Airport not only as a key gateway for visitors, but also as a strategic driver of economic growth and social prosperity for the region.
Infrastructure expansion and upgrade
The second phase of the airport's development is one of the most important infrastructure projects currently underway in the city. The expansion of the facilities will allow the airport to meet the future needs of passenger traffic, offering greater capacity, improved operations and an even more quality experience for travellers
The planned upgrades include an increase in the airport's terminal capacity by approximately 30%, which will significantly improve the passenger experience and the efficiency of controls and procedures. At the same time, the southern parallel taxiway is being extended, enhancing the operational flexibility of the airport. This development is not just about the airport. It is a strategic investment for the entire district of Paphos.
Passenger service at a high level
At the same time, the presence of a modern and efficient airport enhances the competitiveness of Paphos at an international level. Travelers are looking for complete and quality travel experiences, and the airport is the first and last image they get of a destination.
Hermes Airports is constantly investing in improving this experience, emphasizing comfort, technological innovation and high-level service.
Sustainable development
Particular importance is also attached to sustainable development. Hermes Airports implements strategies that reduce the environmental footprint of its operations, promoting energy efficiency and sustainable resource management practices.
Environmental responsibility is an integral part of the company's development philosophy, with the aim of creating an airport that meets the requirements of the modern era and future generations.
Practical contribution to the efforts of local actors
The contribution of Hermes Airports is not limited to the operation of Paphos Airport as, through targeted actions to promote the city and the province and in cooperation with local tourism bodies, it actively strengthens the efforts to enhance tourism development and attract new visitors throughout the year.
At the same time, it supports initiatives that highlight the region, contributing to its economic development and sustainable tourism development.
Particular importance is also attached to sustainable development. Hermes Airports implements strategies that reduce the environmental footprint of its operations, promoting energy efficiency and sustainable resource management practices.
Environmental responsibility is an integral part of the company's development philosophy, with the aim of creating an airport that meets the requirements of the modern era and future generations.
Practical contribution to the efforts of local actors
The contribution of Hermes Airports is not limited to the operation of Paphos Airport as, through targeted actions to promote the city and the province and in cooperation with local tourism bodies, it actively strengthens the efforts to enhance tourism development and attract new visitors throughout the year.
At the same time, it supports initiatives that highlight the region, contributing to its economic development and sustainable tourism development.
Destination of international reach
Hermes Airports remains committed to its vision of creating airports that connect people, experiences and opportunities. Paphos Airport is not just a transport infrastructure, but an important development pillar for the region and for Cyprus as a whole.
With the second phase of development opening up new horizons, the future looks particularly optimistic, both for the airport and for the city and province of Paphos, as two connected components of development that interact and reinforce each other, contributing decisively to the economic development, tourism upgrade and international promotion of the region.
Contact Details
Paphos
International Airport P.O. Box 62320, P.C. 8063
Paphos, Cyprus
Contact numbers:
77778833 / 24008038 (local calls only)
+357 25 123022 (international calls only)
Fax: +357 26 007100
Email: pressoffice@hermesairports.com
