Travelling from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport (CFU): what you need to know
The timezone in Corfu is UTC+2, which is one hour behind Istanbul.
To ensure you catch your IST to CFU flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as April, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport. Here are the top stopovers between IST and CFU:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport
Venice Marco Polo Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport (CFU)
£60 is currently the best price for a one-way Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport flight. Return flights start from £141. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
It's usually best to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from IST to CFU. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Central Istanbul to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is approximately 30 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 50 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to IST:
Arriving at Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport (CFU)
If you have a late Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near CFU:
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 providers you can book with here.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport about one week before travelling.
Getting from Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport (CFU) to central Corfu
From Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport, Corfu is approximately 2 miles away. It takes around 10 minutes to drive to the centre.
Getting there on public transport takes about 20 minutes.
When to fly to Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport (CFU)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Corfu. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Corfu is August, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from IST to CFU in January. Temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) then.
Explore more of Greece
Corfu has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Greece just waiting to be discovered. About 230 miles south-east of Corfu, a visit to Athens will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Museum of the Centre for the Acropolis Studies, Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon.
Thessaloniki is another sought-after destination in Greece and is around 170 miles north-east of Corfu. No trip is complete without dropping by Arch of Galerius, Aristotelous Square and Museum of Byzantine Culture.