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PFO Paphos International Airport
Paphos International Airport (IATA: PFO, ICAO:LCPH) is located in the the city of Paphos, Cyprus. It is the primary international airport serving Paphos and its surrounding metropolitan area. Phone Number :+35725123022

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IATA Code

PFO

ICAO Code

LCPH

Name

Paphos International Airport

Type

Main Airport

Country / Region

Cyprus (CY)

City

Paphos

Latitude

34.7180390

Longitude

32.4857310

Time Zone

UTC+02:00

Phone Number

+35725123022

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Paphos International Airport (PFO)

Airport Overview

Paphos International Airport is a public international airport serving western Cyprus and the Paphos area. It is located approximately 6.5 km southeast of Paphos and functions as a joint civil-military facility, with the military installation identified as Andreas Papandreou. For freight forwarders, the airport is primarily a regional gateway rather than a dedicated cargo hub: export and import movements are generally arranged through appointed ground handlers, passenger-aircraft belly capacity and connecting European or wider regional gateways. The airport also supports access to western Cyprus, tourist centres and the Limassol hinterland. Our service team can coordinate capacity checks, export documentation, handling instructions and onward trucking, while all terminal acceptance, customs and security decisions remain subject to the operating handler and competent authorities.

Airport name	Paphos International Airport
Codes	IATA: PFO \| ICAO: LCPH
Location	Paphos, Cyprus
Coordinates	34.7180390, 32.4857310
Local time	UTC+02:00
Airport telephone	+357 25 123022
Published runway length	3,100 m, according to the supplied airport reference data

Key Highlights

Forwarder Decision Points

Regional international gatewaySuitable for western Cyprus cargo, but not normally selected as a global consolidation hub.
Passenger-led capacity profileAvailable uplift may depend on seasonal passenger schedules, aircraft type and airline acceptance.
Joint civil-military environmentSecurity, access and handling procedures require strict compliance with airport and handler instructions.
Gateway selection mattersFor dense schedules, special cargo or high-volume consignments, our team compares Paphos routing with alternative Cyprus gateways.
Road coordination is essentialFinal delivery to resorts, industrial areas or Limassol should be planned together with the airfreight booking.

Cargo Facilities & Services

Handling Scope

General cargo handling: Export and import cargo is normally processed through the airport’s appointed handling arrangements. Acceptance cut-offs, warehouse access and documentation windows must be confirmed per flight.
Security screening: Cargo may require screening or other security controls before loading. Our team checks whether the shipment, packaging and shipper status meet the applicable acceptance conditions.
Customs-controlled processing: Customs presentation, import release and transit procedures depend on the shipment’s status and the Cyprus customs process. Clearance should be arranged before arrival where practicable.
Temperature-sensitive cargo: Cold-chain acceptance, cool-room availability, delivery appointment and maximum exposure time require advance written confirmation; temperature capability must not be assumed from the airport’s international status.
Dangerous goods and special cargo: Dangerous goods, valuables, live animals, human remains, firearms or oversized pieces require prior acceptance by the airline and handling agent, with any required permits and declarations.

Routes & Transit Times

Routing Planning

Typical international freight planning may involve passenger-aircraft belly capacity from Paphos, followed by a connection through a larger European or regional gateway. The exact carrier, routing and aircraft depend on the booking date and commodity.
For shipments to or from Asia, North America and other long-haul markets, a gateway connection is commonly required. Our team compares connection risk, airport transfer requirements and final-mile trucking before confirming the routing.
Transit time is affected by seasonal flight patterns, connection availability, customs release, security screening, weekend or public-holiday schedules and the handling cut-off. No transit time should be treated as guaranteed until the operating carrier confirms the booking.
Oversized cargo, dangerous goods, live animals and temperature-controlled shipments may have fewer routing options and longer acceptance lead times than standard general cargo.

Hinterland & Key Cargo

Regional Demand

Western Cyprus

The primary catchment includes Paphos and surrounding communities, with road distribution to hotels, retail locations, construction sites and local businesses.

Limassol access

Limassol can be considered as an inland delivery or collection destination, subject to trucking availability, customs status and the final delivery address.

Tourism-related supply

Time-sensitive hotel supplies, replacement parts, retail goods, event materials and small commercial consignments may require dependable delivery planning during busy travel periods.

Specialist and general cargo

Electronics, machinery parts, garments, documents, pharmaceuticals and perishables may be handled when the airline and ground handler accept the commodity and its packaging.

Operations & Compliance

Practical Controls

Booking and cut-off: Request space before cargo is ready where possible. The airline’s cargo cut-off, document cut-off and physical delivery cut-off are separate controls and may vary by flight.
Air waybill accuracy: The shipper and consignee must be fully identified, with correct HS information, piece count, weight, dimensions, value and commodity description. Vague descriptions can trigger inspection or rework.
Dangerous goods: Provide the correct UN number, proper shipping name, packing instruction, shipper’s declaration where required, labels and emergency contact details. Lithium batteries require classification and packing review before booking.
Customs and security: Commercial invoices, packing lists, permits and origin documents should be prepared before handover. Customs examination, security screening and release timing are controlled by the relevant authorities and handlers.
Collection and delivery: Confirm consignee availability, delivery address, vehicle access, tail-lift needs and any appointment restrictions. Airport release does not automatically mean immediate final delivery.

Shipping Tips

Recommended Workflow

Send our service team the commodity, pieces, gross weight, dimensions, ready date, origin, destination, Incoterm and any special handling requirement before space is requested.
Use rigid, stackable packaging with clear piece identification. Protect temperature-sensitive goods with a validated packaging plan and provide the required temperature range in advance.
For dangerous goods, batteries, perishables, live animals or oversized pieces, obtain written pre-acceptance before dispatching cargo to the airport.
Keep a gateway alternative available when the required connection, capacity, customs timing or special-cargo acceptance cannot be confirmed through Paphos International Airport.

Frequently Asked Questions

Forwarder FAQ

Can Paphos International Airport handle international export cargo?
International cargo can be considered subject to airline capacity, appointed handler acceptance, security procedures, customs documentation and the confirmed flight schedule. Our team verifies these conditions before delivery instructions are issued.
Is a direct long-haul freighter available from Paphos International Airport?
Do not assume direct freighter coverage. Many routings may require a connecting gateway or passenger-aircraft belly capacity. The operating carrier’s current schedule and acceptance must be checked for each shipment.
How early should cargo be delivered?
Use the confirmed airline and handler cut-offs rather than a generic airport rule. Special cargo normally needs additional pre-alert time for document review, screening and operational approval.
Can our team arrange temperature-controlled or pharmaceutical cargo?
We can request a cold-chain solution, but acceptance depends on the airline, handler, packaging, temperature range, flight timing and storage arrangements. Written confirmation is required before cargo handover.
What is the best alternative if the requested routing is unavailable?
Our service team can compare another Cyprus gateway, a European consolidation point or an adjusted road-air plan, considering customs status, delivery location, connection reliability and special-cargo restrictions.

Data Sources & Provenance

Verification Boundary

Airport identity, codes, coordinates, telephone number, time zone and the stated runway length are based on the supplied airport reference data for Paphos International Airport. Operational details that can change over time—including airline schedules, cargo acceptance, cut-offs, handling arrangements, customs requirements, security procedures and road availability—must be reconfirmed for the shipment and booking date.

Airport operator and airport-service information: hermesairports.com
International air transport standards and industry references: iata.org
International aviation standards and aerodrome reference framework: icao.int
Cyprus government and customs information: gov.cy