The Cypriot ambassador to Ukraine, Michalis Firillas, said that after February 24, 2022, the structure of tourism in Cyprus underwent significant changes, and many traditional sources of tourists weakened. However, the total number of tourists is growing: according to statistics, Cyprus welcomed more than 4.04 million visitors in 2024, which is 5.1% more than in 2023.
“Although the war has made some adjustments, Cyprus remains popular among Ukrainians. Tourism from Ukraine exists, and I predict that it will soon return to pre-war levels,” said Michalis Firillas, Ambassador of the Republic of Cyprus to Ukraine, during a meeting with a representative of Interfax-Ukraine.
According to the ambassador, at least 25,000 Ukrainian citizens visited Cyprus in 2024. The main convenient routes for Ukrainians are currently flights from neighboring countries, primarily Romania. “Cyprus is promoting the development of air links for Ukrainians, and in December, Wizz Air will launch a new flight from Suceava (Romania) to Larnaca (Cyprus),” he added.
Firilas expressed confidence that after the end of the war, the volume of Ukrainian tourism to Cyprus will return to pre-war levels.
Most tourists to Cyprus currently come from the UK, followed by Israel, Poland, and Germany. These countries form the core of the island’s visitor market.
