Travelling from Istanbul to Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport (CFU): What you need to know
There are two main airports you can take off from in Istanbul. Explore your options leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) when organising your flight from Istanbul to Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport (CFU).
The timezone in Corfu is UTC+2, which is one hour behind Istanbul. Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport is located in Corfu.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from Istanbul to CFU. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing space. The recommendation for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even explore a different city. When browsing cheap flights from Istanbul to CFU departing from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Your journey might pause in:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)
IST is about 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Istanbul to Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by staying at one of these stays close to Istanbul Ataturk Airport:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Break up your flight from Istanbul to Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport with a stop so you can recharge or tick another place off your list. Some popular stopovers between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and CFU include:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
Sofia Airport (SOF)
SAW is about 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. It'll take you 55 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before your Istanbul to CFU flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 76.93%. This figure gives an insight into how often flights that leave from this airport land at their destination on schedule.
About Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport (CFU)
Have a late flight from Istanbul to Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Check in to one of these hotels near CFU and hit the pillow fast:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up an Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, VOLTA or Goldcar and explore beyond Corfu's main sights.
Booking your vehicle around one week in advance of your Istanbul to Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport (CFU) to central Corfu
The centre of Corfu is about 2 kilometres from Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary based on traffic conditions and time of day, so do a little research before you go.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport (CFU)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport is 64 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 137 €. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap flights from Istanbul to CFU, book ahead. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when searching for your Istanbul to Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport ticket.
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Filters make it easier to save some cash on your flight from Istanbul to Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport. Pick the airlines, flight times and number of stops that make sense for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the best price quickly.
The best time to fly from Istanbul to Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport (CFU)
August is when most people book flights from Istanbul to Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport (CFU). Visit Corfu in February for a quieter experience.
Before locking in your Istanbul to CFU plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Corfu, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF).
More about Corfu
Start your Corfu trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
Your trip to Corfu won't be complete without checking out the sights. Highlights that are worth your time include Spianada Square, Mon Repos Beach and Korfu Old Town.
Explore more of Greece
You've done Corfu, now it's time to explore other corners of Greece. Travel around 290 kilometres north-east to Thessaloniki to check off its must-visit sights. From Church of Agia Sofia to Explore Thessaloniki and Monument of Alexander The Great, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Larisa is another standout destination in Greece and is around 209 kilometres east of Corfu. No journey is complete without experiencing Ancient Theatre A, War Memorial and Larissa Ancient Ruins.