AVIS Car Rental at Paphos Airport

Paphos International Airport is located approximately 6.5km from the city of Paphos, in the south western area of Cyprus. The airport is built on the shores of the Mediterranean Sea, and is nearby to Timi, Mandria and Acheleia. It is the second busiest airport in Cyprus, handling over 1.6 million passengers every year, and is referred to by its IATA code of PFO. A good way to travel is by rented car, from one of the Paphos International Airport car rental companies, such as Avis. The most popular way to travel in Cyprus is by private motor vehicle, and therefore many passengers hire a car from the car hire companies for their vacation or business trip.

The single terminal building of the PFO airport has a capacity for 2.7 million passengers per annum, and therefore is more than adequate in size for the current number of passengers that pass through its gates every year. It has a section for arriving and departing passengers, three conveyor belts for luggage, seven airline gates and twenty-eight check-in desks. Passenger facilities also include a duty-free store, WiFi connections, a tourist help desk, first aid services and a couple of shops and restaurants. The terminal was also recently renovated, in 2008. Avis, along with several other car hire companies, are found in the arrival area of the terminal, within a few steps of the baggage claim hall. At this rental location, Avis is also open twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week, and is therefore convenient for passengers on all arrival flights.

Avis has been a favourite car rental company around the world for many years. Their competitive prices are always enticing, and their excellent customer service is a tremendous help to many who are unfamiliar with the process of renting a car. However, like all car hire companies, Avis has several terms and conditions that must be understood, preferably before arriving at Paphos International Airport. The primary renter and all additional drivers should be over the age of 25, however, with additional charges, persons younger than 25 (but 21 years of age or older) are permitted to hire a vehicle. The extra charges are for young drivers insurance, and are applicable per day of car hire and per underage driver registered on the rental contract. The same applies to renters who are older than 70 years of age. Younger and older drivers must also purchase collision damage waiver insurance and theft protection insurance.

Avis Paphos International Airport will need a major credit card from their renters. The cards accepted include American Express, Diners Club, Mastercard and Visa, as well as Avis Charge Cards. A hold will be placed on this card for the estimated market value or replacement cost of the vehicle if collision damage waiver and/or theft protection insurance is not taken. A debit card cannot be used at this rental location. To drive a car in Paphos, an acceptable drivers license will be required. Certain renters may also need to arrange an International Driving Permit.

Vehicles from Avis do not include additional items of equipment such as child seats and satellite navigation systems. If required, they will need to be reserved, and will add a few extra Euro to the rental contract. Avis hand controls, however, are free of charge, and available to persons with a lower limb disability, as they operate the brake and accelerator pedals of the vehicle. Only certain vehicles with automatic transmissions can be used with hand control equipment, therefore always make an advanced reservation, at least forty-eight hours prior to your arrival at Paphos International Airport. Hand controls may not be used by able-bodied individuals.

The Paphos International Airport car hire companies will usually allow their vehicles to be returned to a different rental location, if this requirement is specified at the time of booking. Avis one way hires are especially convenient for travelers who are leaving from a different airport in Cyprus, and who would prefer not to return to Paphos Airport. One way hires may usually be driven to any other city or town nearby, but vehicles hired may not be permitted on ferries.

Vehicles hired from Avis in Cyprus could be similar to the Daihatsu Cuore and the Daewoo Matiz, which are both four door vehicles with room for four passengers and a couple of luggage items. These little cars are fuel efficient and ideal for driving in the city. Slightly larger, the Kia Picanto offers room for five passengers, and is hired from the Subcompact category, while the Ford Fiesta is another very popular vehicle, available from the same category. Five passenger vehicles also include the Nissan Micra, Opel Astra 1.4, Opel Corsa and Chevrolet Lacetti. Avis Premium vehicles are ideal for the business traveler who requires something a little more stylish, while the Minivans available are the best deal for groups of travelers. The Opel Zafira 1.8 seats up to seven passengers and has space for five or more luggage items.

Larger vehicles are also found in the 4 Wheel Drive categories, and are similar to the Kia Sportage and Chevrolet Captiva. Most vehicles hired come with manual transmissions, however, customers may be able to request an automatic if a manual is not suitable. Find out from Avis as well further details regarding their loyalty program, referred to as Avis Preferred. Members of the program enjoy many exclusive benefits. Avis at Paphos International Airport will be happy to provide more information regarding their car hire services.

Address:
C/O Apostolou Pavlou No 87
Paphos, CY

Telephone Number: +357 24205666