What is the Corfu airport known for?

Corfu Airport is the 5th busiest airport in Greece with nearly 3 million passengers. Corfu Airport opened in 1937 and is located 2.7km from downtown. Corfu airport operates on a 24 hours base all year round.



Corfu International Airport (CFU) is world-famous among aviation enthusiasts for its spectacularly short and scenic runway, which is surrounded by water on both ends. Known as one of Europe's most dramatic "plane-spotting" locations, the runway (09/27) essentially "floats" in the Chalkiopoulos Lagoon. In 2026, thousands of tourists gather daily at the nearby "Kanoni" viewpoint or on the pedestrian bridge across the lagoon to watch jets fly just a few dozen feet over their heads during landing. Because the runway is relatively short at roughly 7,700 feet, pilots often have to use "high-performance" braking and takeoffs, which adds to the thrill. The airport's unique location—tucked between hills and the sea—means arrivals offer one of the most beautiful "island views" in Greece, making it a "bucket-list" landing for 2026 travelers.

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The services to all destinations of the island start from there. You can buy your ticket from the bus driver. Taxis to and from the Corfu airport are available 24 hours a day (24/7). The time it takes to get from the airport to the city of Corfu is 10 minutes and the cost of the taxi is around 10 €.

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Its rich multi-cultural heritage, its historic monuments, its stunning natural landscape, its crystal clear seas, and its excellent weather all year round explain why Corfu is one of the most cosmopolitan Mediterranean destinations weaving a powerful spell on its visitors.

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If you're a sunseeker the best time to visit Corfu is between June and August. The hottest month of the year is July with an average daily maximum of 33 C and an average low of 22 C. The coolest month of the year is January with an average daily maximum of 14 C and an average low of 5 C.

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Departing from Corfu Airport - Whether you are travelling with cabin bag only or hold luggage, please check in online. - You can check in online and print your boarding pass from 30 days and up to 2 hours before the scheduled departure of your flight.

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