How to get to Athens from Corfu

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Compare flight for Corfu to Athens

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Corfu to Athens among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the flight, with an average ticket price of £150 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 57m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £150, while a flight costs an average of £150.

Distance: 377 km

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£150

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Cheapest

£111

Average Price

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3h 57m

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1h 57m

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2h 0m

Additional time*

6h 22m

Average total duration

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The cheapest way to travel from Corfu to Athens is a flight with an average price of £150.
The fastest way to travel from Corfu to Athens is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 57m.
Yes, you can take a flight between Corfu and Athens.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 4h 25m sooner (1h 57m by flight vs 6h 22m by car). Tickets start at around £150 compared to roughly £111 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Corfu to Athens

How to get to Athens from Corfu by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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flight

The best way to travel from Corfu to Athens is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • sky expressGQ275
    22:001h15
    Corfu Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport
    23:15Athens International Airport
    £1151One-way
    0 changes

Cheapest

  • sky expressGQ275
    22:001h15
    Corfu Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport
    23:15Athens International Airport
    £1151One-way
    0 changes

Fastest

  • sky expressGQ275
    22:001h15
    Corfu Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport
    23:15Athens International Airport
    £1151One-way
    0 changes

Other options

  • Austrian AirlinesOS864 · OS801
    23:0513h40
    Corfu Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport
    12:45Athens International Airport
    £1891One-way
    1 change
  • Austrian AirlinesOS864+Aegean AirlinesOS8982
    23:0515h40
    Corfu Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport
    14:45Athens International Airport
    £2681One-way
    1 change

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FAQs: Corfu to Athens

Travel to Athens easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Corfu to Athens.

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You can travel between Corfu and Athens by flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Corfu to Athens is a flight with an average price of £150.
The fastest way to travel from Corfu to Athens is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 57m.
The Corfu to Athens distance is approximately 377 km.
The average frequency per day from Corfu to Athens is:
  • Around 5 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Corfu and Athens as scheduled services by flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Corfu to Athens:
  • Flights mostly depart from Corfu Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport and arrive in Athens International Airport.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Corfu to Athens, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Olympic Air, CitizenPlane, ITA, Aegean Airlines, Ryanair, Austrian Airlines to go to Athens by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Corfu to Athens:
  • 3 direct flights per day with Olympic Air, CitizenPlane, Aegean Airlines, Ryanair.
Omio customers who travel from Corfu to Athens often also extend their vacation to go to Santorini (Island), Mykonos, Thessaloniki, Istanbul, Rome. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Athens and these popular destinations at a great price.
To travel from Corfu to Athens, you can take a flight.
In Athens, you can enjoy panoramic views of the city from Mount Lycabettus, explore the vibrant Monastiraki Flea Market for antiques and souvenirs, and visit the Panathenaic Stadium, the world's only stadium made entirely of marble. Take a peaceful stroll through the National Garden of Athens, experience a traditional Greek performance at the ancient Odeon of Herodes Atticus, and explore the Acropolis of Athens with its iconic Parthenon. Learn about ancient Greek civilisation at the Acropolis Museum, discover the historic Ancient Agora of Athens, and visit the National Archaeological Museum. Don't miss the charming Plaka neighbourhood with its neoclassical architecture and vibrant local shops.
A visit of 3 to 4 days in Athens is typically sufficient to explore major attractions like the Acropolis, the Parthenon, the Plaka district, and the National Archaeological Museum, while also allowing some time to enjoy local cuisine and culture.

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