Travelling from Rome to Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport (CFU): What you need to know
Rome has a couple of airports that set the stage for your next getaway. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Rome to Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport (CFU) leaving from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA).
1 hour 30 minutes is the average travel time for a direct Rome to Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport flight.
Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport is located in Corfu. The city follows the UTC+2 timezone and is one hour ahead of Rome.
The most popular route is from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport (CFU). You can pick from 3 direct services each week. Wizz Air Malta operates a 6am departure between FCO and CFU.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Rome to CFU. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
In high season, expect longer queues and get there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Get there in one go from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO). Nonstop flights from Rome to Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport (CFU) are available from here.
At FCO, you'll find a variety of carriers that offer direct flights from Rome to Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport, such as:
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Ryanair from FCO to CFU.
The journey from central Rome to FCO takes around 50 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Rome to Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport:
70.57% of flights departing from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Break up your flight from Rome to Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport with a stop so you can recharge or cross another place off your list. Some great stopovers between Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport and CFU are:
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
Wroclaw Airport (WRO)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Rome to CIA in about 1 hour 40 minutes. The airport is roughly 18 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 40 minutes.
Flying off with the first light? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport the day before your Rome to CFU flight:
73.18% of flights departing Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport arrive according to schedule.
About Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport (CFU)
Reserve a hotel close to CFU if you have a late flight from Rome to Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and be under the covers in no time flat:
Grab an Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport rental car and explore Corfu and beyond with your own set of wheels. Green Motion, VOLTA and Goldcar are popular outlets you can book with here.
Booking your ride around one week in advance of your Rome to Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport (CFU) to central Corfu
Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport to the centre of Corfu is around 2 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, plan ahead to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times will vary based on the time of day and traffic conditions.
It takes around 20 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport (CFU)
34 € is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Rome to Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport. Return flights start at 71 €. These fares may change based on availability.
Score cheap flights from Rome to CFU by booking two months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
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The best time to fly from Rome to Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport (CFU)
Picture the kind of break you want when planning the timing of your trip. February is the quietest month to visit Corfu. August is when most people book flights from Rome to Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport (CFU), which may be perfect if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
Book a Rome to CFU plane ticket departing in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Corfu to range from 22ºC (72ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Rome to Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF).
More about Corfu
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Corfu right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from Rome to Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport:
Spianada Square and Mon Repos Beach are a couple of popular attractions to put on your Corfu itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Korfu Old Town.
Explore more of Greece
You've done Corfu, now it's time to discover more of Greece. Travel around 290 kilometres north-east to Thessaloniki to tick off its leading attractions. From Church of Agia Sofia to Explore Thessaloniki and Monument of Alexander The Great, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in Greece, consider Larisa, about 209 kilometres east of Corfu. Ancient Theatre A, War Memorial and Larissa Ancient Ruins are among its highlights.