Corfu Airport Taxi FAQYes, taxis are available to pick up arriving tourists and other travelers from the airport.
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The easiest, most comfortable way to get there is by taxi which costs approximately 15 euros (price can be more expensive if you travel during the night). Alternatively, you can also get to Corfu Town with Blue Line Bus No 15, located just outside the airport.
It is relatively straightforward to find an available taxi in Corfu. There are designated pick up spots on the airport and port, and also taxi ranks throughout town.
Alternatively, there is a public bus service that runs from the airport to Corfu town. The journey takes approximately 20-25 minutes, depending on traffic. If you are traveling light and feeling adventurous, you can also walk. This will take you around 30-40 minutes.
You'll be able to use your debit or credit card in most places, but cash is often preferred by independent businesses. It's also worth contacting your bank before you travel to check if there will be any charges for transactions abroad.
Payments can be made mainly in cash. The bulk of taxi drivers have POS machines and accept bank cards. However, this is not a rule. Thus, you should have euros with you (preferably small bills), as cab drivers usually don't give change from big banknotes.
Airport taxis cost a lot higher than regular taxis because taxi drivers know that the ones who take flights usually are from upper middle class and upper class. They know that it is a luxury and people who can afford a flight can very well afford a taxi which costs more than public transport.
Monday is the busiest day of the week and this is when you may have to wait quite some time for your luggage. A long wait is not always the case if you arrive at a quieter time, you can have your luggage within about twenty minutes or so and be away to your waiting transport to take you to your resort.
I think the average meal in Corfu is probably around 7-10 euros. As a guideline, many people say 50 euros a day per person, but if you're not eating outside of your all-inc package, this will probably be lower (maybe 25-30 per day?). Do an estimated budget of the things you want to do and how much it will cost.
There are 3 main ways to find a taxi in Greece. First is to just wait on the side of a road for an unoccupied one to pass and raise your hand. This will signal them to stop in order to pick you up. Taxi are everywhere in Greece so this way works most of the time.
The best way to get around Corfu is by bus or on foot. Renting a car is also an option if you're itching to explore the island and want more flexiblility. If you just plan on lounging by the beach your whole vacation or are staying central to Corfu Town, your own two feet should suffice.