Car hire in Cyprus

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Many tourists and travellers say that cars in the Republic of Cyprus is a necessity, not a luxury. And they are absolutely right. All Cyprians, without exception, use cars.

Many tourists prefer travelling by car, and car hire is the perfect solution when your vacation is short and you want to see as much as possible but the public transport will not take you to all destinations of your choice. That is why car rental is well developed in Cyprus, and you can hire any vehicle on the island, from a compact car to a luxury convertible.

Since the Republic’s land area is small, one or two weeks of vacation with a car can be enough to explore it all.

Experienced tourists recommend pre-booking a hire car in Cyprus online because it can be challenging to find a suitable vehicle at local rental counters in high season.

Car rental in Cyprus gives you the ultimate driving experience. You’ll love the roads. Road surface and marking are perfect, and most traffic signs are in both Grek and English. Automobile traffic is disciplined. You can only be slightly bothered by the bikers who often speed and do not follow the rules. In all other respects, car hire in Cyprus is a wonderful experience.

The most popular cities for car hire in Cyprus

Car hire prices in Cyprus

The average cost of a one-day car rental. The number is calculated based on the bookings of the previous three years. It takes into account the rental of cars across all classes.

20.13 €
JAN
26.5 €
FEB
26.84 €
MAR
27.29 €
APR
32.21 €
MAY
32.24 €
JUN
36.54 €
JUL
38.4 €
AUG
35 €
SEP
31.55 €
OKT
24.83 €
NOV
20.06 €
DEC

What documents do i need to hire a car in Cyprus?

  • Driver’s license
  • ID or passport
  • Bank card

When booking a rental car in Cyprus, it would be a good idea to choose a vehicle with air conditioning (AC) system. The climate is hot on the island, especially in July and August.

The demand for car rental services in Cyprus

The occupancy rate of the car rental fleets by month. For example, most cars are being rented in August, which means that this month has the smallest amount of available vehicles. The higher the percentage of the car fleet workload, the earlier it is worth booking a car to choosing the best option at the best price.

31.8 %
JAN
29.7 %
FEB
33.2 %
MAR
43.1 %
APR
67.3 %
MAY
74 %
JUN
83.1 %
JUL
84.3 %
AUG
72.2 %
SEP
53.5 %
OKT
34 %
NOV
29.8 %
DEC

Features of traffic rules

Left-hand traffic in Cyprus is the key feature to be taken into account when you rent a car in Cyprus. Please bear it in mind when choosing a vehicle — automatic transmission may be more convenient. The remaining rules are practically the same as everywhere in Europe. Rental cars have red number plates in Cyprus, so local drivers will see you from far away and take your lack of experience into account.

Car hire in Cyprus will not challenge your skills, but will instead be a pleasant bonus to your trip.

Parking

Car rental always means worrying about parking. However, you will like car parking in Cyprus because it is cheaper than in other European states (around half a euro per hour). Like in any other country in the world, parking is more expensive in the downtowns of cities than in the suburbs.

From Saturday noon till Monday morning and on public holidays, you can you all parking facilities for free (please see information near or under the “P” sign).

Almost every church offers free parking lots to its visitors.

Filling stations

Car rental in Cyprus also means visiting fuel station. When you pick up your rental vehicle, the rental agent will tell you the required fuel type and how to refuel your car. Most fuel stations on the island are automated. Fuel prices are nearly the same at different filling stations, so there’s no point in looking for “cheap car fuel” in Cyprus.

Mobile service

You can buy a local SIM-card at any shopping centre, filling station or mobile carrier’s office. The mobile service is not expensive, but do not opt for the cheapest SIM-cards. Because you’ll pay extra money for services.
26 Comments
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Matic
03.10.2023 18:42

Hello there, I'd like to ask if it is possible to go to the Northern part of Cyprus with the localrent. I'd also like to know how can we check on the evaluation of certain local renters. So we can pick someone that has been ok?

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Iryna (Localrent)
04.10.2023 09:45

Hello! Thank you for reaching out to us. As stated on our website at https://localrent.com/en/cyprus/terms/, driving a rental car across the border to Northern Cyprus is not allowed. Regarding your request for a good car selection, kindly send us an email at [email protected] before making a reservation, and we will assist you in finding a suitable car from our reliable partner.

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Ted
06.09.2023 13:17

Can I pay for the rental with my bank card or only in cash?

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Iryna (Localrent)
06.09.2023 16:03

Hello! In the profile of each car, you will find the information on how you can pay the deposit and the remaining amount. When you arrive, you can choose a car with a suitable payment method.

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Douglas
30.06.2023 19:43

Good afternoon! At what time does a rental day end? And does the rental company charge for additional rental hours?

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Iryna (Localrent)
30.06.2023 21:16

Hello! The car rental is charged for rental days, not rental hours. A part-day rental is charged as a full day. On the “Booking” tab, you will be offered to choose the time and location of car pick-up/drop-off, that is you specify the time yourself. A rental day starts at the pick-up time stated on your voucher and ends in 24 hours.

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Glen Morris
11.03.2023 09:59

Hi! I am very interested if it is possible to rent a car with a driver?

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Iryna (Localrent)
11.03.2023 14:20

Hello! We only offer services for those who would like to rent a car without a driver.

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Mark
08.12.2022 18:32

Good afternoon! The time of my return flight has changed, and now I need to change the car drop-off time. How can I do it?

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Iryna (Localrent)
08.12.2022 19:58

Hello! To change your booking details, please send an email to [email protected] with your voucher number in the subject line. In the body of your email, please explain which details you would like to change.

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Christopher
20.11.2022 13:13

Hello. The car has a CDW price of 0 euros. Does that mean the insurance will be free?

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Iryna (Localrent)
20.11.2022 16:06

Hello! That's right. This means that the insurance is already included in the rental price.

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Daniel Everitt
23.08.2022 21:20

We have just booked a hire car from Larnaca Airport. Where do we go to collect the vehicle please?

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Iryna (Localrent)
24.08.2022 09:18

Hello! Usually rental agent contacts you in advance using the messenger / phone number that you indicated in your booking, in order to inform about the meeting procedure at the airport. Also we draw your attention, that in your voucher, at the left down corner, there are contact numbers of rental office - so you'll be able to call/text them anytime if it needs.

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Steven
19.07.2021 23:32

Good afternoon. Does an 11-year-old kid need a child safety seat?

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Iryna (Localrent)
20.07.2021 10:00

Hello! According to the traffic regulations: Kids up to 150 cm tall need a child restraint system. Children taller than 150 cm can ride without a child safety seat.

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Mary
11.04.2021 14:03

Is it hard to adapt to left-hand traffic?

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Iryna (Localrent)
11.04.2021 17:32

Hello! Anyone with sufficient driving experience can get used to driving on the other side of the road. But don’t relax too much, especially at first.

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Evan
16.11.2020 11:14

My child is 6 years old. Which child seat should I choose?

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Iryna (Localrent)
16.11.2020 14:25

You should choose that type of child seat you prefer to use in your daily life. Usually for 6-year-child we suggest a child booster seat.

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Isabel
19.07.2020 22:54

Does SCDW insurance cover the second driver?

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Iryna (Localrent)
20.07.2020 11:23

In case of road traffic accidents, SCDW insurance covers all car repair costs, including damages to the windshield, tires and the car’s interior, above the deposit amount. If at the moment of accident, the co-driver (who was inscribed in a contract) was at the wheel, SCDW also works. A police report of the incident is required.

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Bella
17.04.2020 16:12

Hello! Can I pay for car hire by card?

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Iryna (Localrent)
17.04.2020 20:22

Good day! It depends on the car you choose, because we cooperate with different rental companies and not all of them accept cards. You can check method of payment in each car profile.

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Max
04.02.2020 11:05

How can I book car delivery to Larnaca airport?

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Iryna (Localrent)
05.02.2020 07:17

On our website, during the booking process, you’ll be able to choose a place and time of pick up/drop off.