Cyprus has signed an agreement to settle long-standing disputes over its international airports.
The Ministry of Transport, Communications and Works and Hermes Airports reached this deal after months of talks. It clears the way for the next phase of development at Larnaca and Paphos airports, including various expansion projects to improve passenger experience and handle a much higher volume of travelers.
Construction work is set to begin by end-March 2025, once all necessary financing and permits are in place. The expansion is expected to allow both airports to handle up to 17.4 million passengers, a 43% increase from the 12.2 million anticipated for this year. This major upgrade will modernize the airports and help secure Cyprus’ position as a growing hub for tourism and air travel.
At Larnaca Airport, plans include a 20,000-square meter terminal extension, new boarding gates, and more aircraft parking spaces. This project is expected to take around 30 months to complete. Paphos Airport will also see significant improvements, including a 30% larger building and an extended taxiway to boost safety and capacity. Completion is expected within 27 months.