Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport

Overview

Corfu Ioannis Kapodistrias International Airport is the main air gateway for Kerkyra, better known internationally as Corfu, one of Greece’s most visited island destinations. Identified by the codes CFU and LGKR, it is classified as a large airport and handles both domestic and international traffic, especially during the busy holiday season. The airport sits almost at sea level, at an elevation of 6 feet (2 metres), which reflects its coastal setting and convenient position for onward travel to Corfu Town and resorts across the island.

What Travellers Should Know

• Airport codes: CFU (IATA) and LGKR (ICAO)
• Location served: Kerkyra (Corfu), Greece
• Time zone: Europe/Athens
• Runway: 16/34, 7,792 feet long, asphalt surface, lighted
• Official website: https://www.cfu-airport.gr/en

Airfield And Operations

The airport has a single lighted asphalt runway, 16/34, measuring 7,792 feet, which is suitable for the range of aircraft typically used on European short- and medium-haul routes. For passengers, that means Corfu is well connected for seasonal leisure flights as well as regular services linking the island with mainland Greece. Because island airports can become especially busy in summer, it is wise to allow extra time for check-in, security, and ground transport, particularly on weekends and peak arrival days.

Planning Your Visit

For practical trip planning, the most useful detail is that all local schedules follow the Europe/Athens time zone, so flight times, hotel check-ins, and ferry or transfer connections should be checked accordingly. Visitors heading straight from the airport to beaches, resort areas, or Corfu Town should review current transport and airport service information on the official airport website before travel, especially in peak season when routes, queues, and onward connections can feel more compressed than on the mainland.