Larnaca and Paphos airports handled a combined 97,096 commercial flights in 2025, according to Eurostat data published Friday, as air travel demand in Cyprus continued to grow despite broader volatility across European aviation.
Larnaca Remains Cyprus’ Primary Aviation Hub
Larnaca accounted for the majority of Cyprus’ commercial flight traffic, with 73,226 flights recorded during the year. Paphos handled 23,870 flights, reflecting its smaller but significant role in the island’s tourism-driven aviation network.
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August Recorded The Highest Flight Volumes
Flight activity peaked during the summer travel season. August was the busiest month at both airports, with Larnaca recording 8,163 flights and Paphos 2,745.
Traffic eased only slightly in September, with 7,727 flights at Larnaca and 2,713 at Paphos. The figures indicate that high flight activity extended beyond the peak summer month.
February Marked The Annual Low
Flight activity fell to its lowest level in February, with 3,387 flights at Larnaca and 905 at Paphos. The pattern reflects the seasonal nature of Cyprus’ aviation market, where leisure travel accounts for a significant share of annual demand.
EU Commercial Flights Increased In 2025
Across the European Union, commercial flights reached 6.9 million in 2025, up 3.8% from 6.7 million in 2024, according to Eurostat. The increase continued the broader recovery in European air transport that has taken place since 2021.
Amsterdam Schiphol recorded the highest number of scheduled and non-scheduled flights among EU airports, with about 488,000. Paris Charles de Gaulle ranked second with 476,000, followed by Frankfurt Airport with 457,000.
