Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport (CFU): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 15 minutes.
The timezone in Corfu is UTC+2, which is two hours ahead of London.
You can choose from 12 weekly London Heathrow Airport to Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport flights. The 06:25 departure with British Airways is the earliest flight you can take. British Airways operates the last service of the day at 15:10.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your LHR to CFU flight.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
British Airways is your gateway to exploring Corfu (and maybe even some other great parts of Greece!). Check out the direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport offered by this airline.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is British Airways.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers between LHR and CFU include:
Franjo Tudman Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Milano Linate Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport (CFU)
Right now, 74 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 153 €. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Get cheap tickets from LHR to CFU by booking at least 11 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Finding cheap flights from LHR to CFU is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a new deal comes up.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from London Heathrow Airport to Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport.
Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
When it comes to London Heathrow Airport's on-time performance, 68.18% of flights complete their journey on time.
London Heathrow Airport is about 31 kilometres from central London. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 55 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of about 1 hour on public transport.
Have an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near LHR:
Arriving at Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport (CFU)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a London Heathrow Airport to Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near CFU instead:
Travel at your own pace with an Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Green Motion, VOLTA or Goldcar and see more of Corfu and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport about one week ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport (CFU) to central Corfu
Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport to the centre of Corfu has a drive time of around 10 minutes. It's approximately 3 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 20 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport (CFU)
August is the busiest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Corfu in February.
Book your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport for August if you want to go to Corfu during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Search for cheap tickets from LHR to CFU sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Greece
You've visited Corfu, now it's time to explore more of Greece. Travel around 370 kilometres south-east to Athens to tick off its leading sights. From Museum of the Centre for the Acropolis Studies to Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 274 kilometres north-east of Corfu, Thessaloniki is another favourite stop in Greece. Experience major highlights starting with Arch of Galerius, Aristotelous Square and Museum of Byzantine Culture.