Car Hire in Limassol

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Pick-up location

Limassol, Cyprus

Return car in same location

Pick-up date

Drop-off date

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Cheapest Car Hire Rates

City Centre

Mini

Kia Picanto or comparable

4
1
4
A/C
Man.

per day

City Centre

Economy

Nissan Micra or comparable

5
2
5
A/C
Man.

per day

City Centre

Compact

Ford Focus or comparable

5
1
5
A/C
Man.

per day

City Centre

Standard SUV

Ford EcoSport or comparable

5
4
4
A/C
Man.

per day

Travel Information

Languages

Greek, Turkish, English

Currency

EUR

Drive on

Left-hand side

Dialing code

+357

Average car hire price

£29 per day

Average car hire length

7 days

Speed limit within city centre

50 km/h or 31 mph

Speed limit out of city centre

65 - 100 km/h or 40 - 62 mph

Acceptable limit of BAC

0.05%

Score

9.0 / 10

Average petrol price

£1.18 per litre or £4.48 per gallon

Lowest petrol price

£1.13 per litre or £4.29 per gallon

Highest petrol price

£1.30 per litre or £4.92 per gallon

Why hire a car in Limassol?

Located in the south of the country on the Akrotiri Bay, Limassol is one of the most popular cities in Cyprus. Known for its large port and cosmopolitan vibe, the Limassol area also offers plenty in terms of beaches and natural splendour, especially if you’re willing to travel outside the city borders.

One-way Car Hire in Limassol

The most popular one-way car hire options for pick up in Limassol and drop off in another city include:

From Limassol to Larnaca - 151 offers from £9.63 per day

Top ways to enter Limassol

Paphos Airport. Limassol doesn’t have its own airport, so the nearest is the one serving the neighbouring city of Paphos. Located some 60 km (37 miles) west of Limassol, it can be reached by car in about 45 minutes.
Larnaca Airport. The other international air hub of Cyprus, and the busiest in the country, Larnaca Airport is about an hour’s drive to the east of Limassol.

Top sights and activities

Limassol Castle. First brought into existence more than 1,500 years ago and then significantly rebuilt several times over, Limassol Castle has always remained one of the symbols of the city. The castle is located near both the Limassol historical centre and the old port, two notable areas of the city.
Kourion. Located outside the city itself, the archaeological site of Kourion is nonetheless one of the most famous tourist attractions of Limassol. Dating back to the Ancient Greek (and later Roman) rule of the area, it is home to such historical places of interest as Kourion Agora, House of Achilles, and Sanctuary of Apollo.
Limassol Salt Lake. The Limassol area is home to a number of splendid beaches — try Governor’s to the east and Pissouri to the west — but for many visitors, the most interesting body of water in the area is in fact the Akrotiri Salt Lake. Located just a short drive south of the city proper, it is home to an amazing variety of birdlife (you can hike around parts of the lake, but it’s important to try not to disturb the birds). Near the southwest coast of the lake is the Akrotiri Environmental Education Center, a great place for learning about the local biodiversity through interactive exhibitions.

Traffic and parking

Driving in Cyprus can be quite hectic for the uninitiated. Most traffic regulations are often treated as mere guidelines by Cypriot drivers with laws prohibiting driving under the influence being a notable exception (due to the harsh penalties). Expect other drivers to only care about themselves, including ignoring road markings, making illegal shortcuts, failing to use their signal, and taking the best route for themselves through roundabouts. Also note that everyone else on the road will know that you are driving a hire car due to its red license plate (all hire cars have red licence plates).

Due to Cyprus’ history as a British territory, traffic is left-hand drive, unlike in Greece and Turkey.

There are roads on the island that are mountain roads or considered off-road meant for 4WD vehicles only. It is prohibited by all car hire suppliers to use these remote roads. Taking these roads will violate the contract and void any insurance.

Parking may cause some concern for drivers. While there is free parking, it is often hard to find a sport without parking somewhere you are not supposed to, though many others will have done the same already. At times it can feel as if pavements are actually just car parks. The city has various municipal and private parking garages. These are often a driver’s best option. Some hotels do not have parking at all and garages must be used.

Toll roads

There are no toll roads in Cyprus.

Ideas for day trips

Paphos. More laidback and not as business-minded as Limassol or Larnaca, Paphos is the right place to visit if you’re a history lover. The European Capital of Culture of 2017, the city is best known for Kato Paphos, its original settlement and a World Heritage site that is home to attractions like the Roman Odeon and Paphos Archaeological Park.
Nicosia. The divided capital of Cyprus, located just an hour’s drive to the north of Limassol, is the most historical attraction in the country. Home to plenty of museums, religious buildings, and even traditional spas, it doesn’t lack anything in atmosphere or character. Do keep in mind that most car hire suppliers do not permit visiting the Turkish-controlled Northern Cyprus which includes North Nicosia, though you may do so on foot if your documentation is in order.

Most popular cars

The most hired car in Limassol is the Kia Picanto, followed by the Nissan Note and the Ford Fiesta. The most popular car types are economy, mini, and compact.

Car hire prices in Limassol

Convertibles - starting at £77 per day
Station wagons - starting at £30 per day
Large cars - starting at £18 per day
Medium cars - starting at £12 per day
People Carriers - starting at £23 per day
Premium cars - starting at £73 per day
Small cars - starting at £8 per day
SUVs - starting at £17 per day

Money-saving and other tips

These are some good methods to save money on your car:

Compare rates of different car providers
Book your car well in advance
Plan your route before you go
Know your fuel and mileage requirements
Visit during the month when the rental prices are the cheapest. According to our data, visiting Limassol is the cheapest in March.

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Top 4 cities near Limassol

Larnaca starting at £8.16 per day

52.2 km / 32.4 miles
Paphos starting at £7.60 per day

55.8 km / 34.7 miles
Ayia Napa starting at £9.21 per day

88.4 km / 54.9 miles
Protaras starting at £9.18 per day

93.5 km / 58.1 miles

Top 5 locations near Limassol

Limassol Hotel Delivery starting at £22.14 per day

5.3 km / 3.3 miles
Larnaca Hotel Delivery starting at £16.63 per day

49.9 km / 31 miles
Larnaca Airport starting at £8.16 per day

52.2 km / 32.4 miles
Paphos Airport starting at £7.60 per day

55.8 km / 34.7 miles
City Centre starting at £14.23 per day

63.6 km / 39.5 miles

In which month is car hire in Limassol the most affordable?

According to our data, prices for hiring a car in Limassol fluctuate depending on the time of year. This graph displays the average hire prices in each month in order to help you find the best bargain.

Average price for hiring a car per day in Limassol

£10.39

January

£13.45

February

£13.07

March

£26.15

April

£31.92

May

£20.92

June

£32.63

July

£32.28

August

£31.41

September

£40.59

October

£15.83

November

£10.65

December

The best month to hire a car in Limassol is January (when the average price is £10.39 per day). This is 55% less than the yearly average and 74% less than hiring in October (when the average price is £40.59).

This information can help you determine the low season. But note that these prices are only averages. The cost of your car hire is determined by the type of car you select, the length of time you hire it for, and how much in advance you book. Simply select your dates in the form at the top of the page to find out the exact prices.

What's the usual period for which people keep their hire cars, on average, in Limassol?

Car hire lengths vary from month to month: in March, the average hirer keeps their car for 12 days, and in October, they keep their car for 5 days.

Average number of hire days in Limassol

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What is the most favoured month for hiring a car in Limassol?

Given the number of searches made by our customers, the most popular month for hiring a car in Limassol is September, and the least popular is February.

Popularity of Car Hire in Limassol by Monthly Searches

99%

January

74%

February

78%

March

81%

April

103%

May

110%

June

96%

July

96%

August

195%

September

88%

October

85%

November

96%

December

Car hire information

Car hire locations	5
Popular suppliers	AutoRent Cyprus, AIDA, GreenMotion, ABBYCAR, SIXT
Popular car categories	Small cars, Medium cars, SUVs, People Carriers
Lowest price	£8 per day
Cheapest supplier	AutoRent Cyprus

Most popular car models of suppliers

Hire Agency	Model	Doors	Luggage	Type
AIDA	Toyota Aygo	4	2	Small cars
AutoRent Cyprus	Kia Picanto	4	1	Small cars
GreenMotion	Ford Fiesta	4	1	Small cars
GreenMotion	Mazda Demio	4	1	Small cars
AutoRent Cyprus	Toyota Aygo	4	2	Small cars
AutoRent Cyprus	Nissan Micra	4	2	Small cars
AIDA	Toyota Vitz	5	1	Small cars
AutoRent Cyprus	Skoda Fabia	4	2	Small cars
AutoRent Cyprus	Nissan Note	5	2	Small cars
AutoRent Cyprus	Opel Corsa Hatchback	5	2	Small cars

Our customers' reviews

Because we want to make sure each review listed here is left by a real customer, we don’t have the option to post a review here. Instead, we ask each and every customer to leave a review after they return their rental car. This way, you know that all reviews are authentic.

United Kingdom

Kia Picanto

23/02/2023

The tombs of the Kings was incredible. The Kaledonia water falls, was a great walk and worth the visit .

Photo 2 by Fraser M. about hiring a Kia Picanto in Limassol (23/02/2023)

Photo 3 by Fraser M. about hiring a Kia Picanto in Limassol (23/02/2023)

United Kingdom

Toyota Aygo

05/08/2022

Beaches and coastal facilities excellent and clean environment around Limassol Lack of nightlife and entertainment for tourists More suited to local Cypriots and Greek families

United Kingdom

Nissan Note

23/11/2021

Was able to tour round Cyprus tourist spots and off the beaten track, without the need for organised, expensive tours or taxis. Great place to visit, especially the less publicised villages. Just drive and see where you end up. Great experience and its easy to find your way back to where you started.

United Kingdom

Ford Mondeo

31/08/2021

While in Cyprus, we visited Troodos Mountains which it was absolutely amazing! We also visited Paphos and stayed there for two nights. Renting a car in Cyprus is definitely recommended as the public transport services are not that great.