After Hours Car Rental in Paphos
Flights do not follow shop hours. Paphos Airport gets arrivals in the middle of the night, and a rental that only works from 9 to 5 is no use to a traveller landing then. Our airport delivery is built around it. Our shop is open Monday to Saturday, 8am to 7pm, and airport delivery runs 24 hours. Returns are during shop hours, Monday to Saturday, 8am to 7pm. CHMI Rentals has served Paphos for over 23 years from Tombs of the Kings Avenue.
What Runs 24 Hours, and What Does Not
| Service | Hours |
|---|---|
| Airport delivery at Paphos Airport | 24 hours a day |
| Returns at the shop or Paphos Airport | Monday to Saturday, 8am to 7pm |
| The shop on Tombs of the Kings Avenue | Monday to Saturday, 8am to 7pm |
Larnaca Airport arrangements are agreed with the shop, so call us with your flight details. See Larnaca to Paphos.
Arriving Late or Early
- Book at least 24 hours before, with your flight number and arrival time.
- We track your flight, so the handover is timed to your real landing, not your scheduled one. If your flight is delayed, your agent adjusts the pickup time.
- Collect your bags and walk out through arrivals.
- Meet your agent outside the terminal entrance with your paperwork ready.
- Sign, pay and check the car. Show your licence, leave your passport as security and pay in cash or by credit card.
- Drive away, after a moment to set your mirrors and seat.
Late-night and early-morning arrivals are supported. See our Paphos airport car hire page for the full arrivals guide.
Returning at Night or Before Dawn
Returns are during shop hours, Monday to Saturday, 8am to 7pm, at our shop or at Paphos Airport. If you have an early morning flight, plan to return the car the day before. Confirm the return details with us when you book. Return on time with the same fuel level you received, because petrol is non-refundable and a late return carries an hourly delay fee.
The 72 Hour Minimum
Our minimum rental is 72 hours (3 days). For example, a Friday night arrival and a Monday night departure fit within three days. Our short rental rates are set for 3, 7 and 21 days, and the fleet page shows each car's price for those lengths. The longer the rental, the lower the price per day. See weekend car rental and short-term car hire.
Driving After a Night Flight
- If you are tired after a long flight, take a short break before driving. Rest before a long drive, rather than starting it exhausted.
- Set your satnav before you move off.
- Remember that Cyprus drives on the left, and roundabouts run clockwise.
- Take a few minutes in the car park to adjust the seat and mirrors and find the indicators and wipers.
An automatic makes a tired first drive easier, because there is no gear stick to manage. All our compact cars are automatic. See the Nissan Note, Suzuki Swift, Honda Fit and Toyota Vitz.
Where to Go From the Airport
| From Paphos Airport to | Approx. drive |
|---|---|
| Aphrodite Hills | About 16 minutes |
| Kato Paphos harbour | About 20 minutes |
| Our shop, Tombs of the Kings Avenue | About 25 minutes |
| Coral Bay and Peyia | About 35 to 40 minutes |
| Polis and Latchi | About 50 to 55 minutes |
| Limassol | About 45 to 50 minutes by motorway |
Times are for normal traffic. When you rent with us, we can also take you straight to your hotel, villa or home, free of charge, in Paphos town, at Paphos Airport and in Chloraka, Kissonerga, Peyia, Coral Bay, Tala, Empa and Mesa Chorio. See areas we serve.
What You Need to Rent
- A valid driving licence. Drivers must be over 21, or have at least 3 years of driving experience.
- Your passport or ID, which is left as security under our terms.
- Cash or a credit card. Debit cards are not accepted, and you do not need a credit card if you pay in cash. See renting without a credit card.
What to Check at Handover
- Confirm the fuel level matches your rental agreement.
- Photograph any existing scratches or dents before you leave the pickup area.
- Check that the insurance excess and your documents are as agreed.
- Adjust the seat, mirrors and steering position, and find the indicators and wipers.
- Set your satnav before you move off, not while driving.
If You Need the Shop
For anything that is not a handover or a return, such as an extension or a question about your booking, the shop is open Monday to Saturday, 8am to 7pm. You can also send a message on WhatsApp. Call or WhatsApp +357 99 655104 (office +357 26 819880), or visit us at Shop 3, Royal Complex, Tombs of the Kings Avenue, Paphos. The shop is open Monday to Saturday, 8am to 7pm.