Discover Corfu with the freedom of a rental car from Corfu airport
Corfu Ioannis Kapodistrias International Airport is the main airport on the island of Corfu. It receives over a million passengers annually, especially during the summer months. The airport has one terminal and offers direct flights to many European destinations. From here, your adventure on the island begins and with a rental car, you can explore beautiful Corfu at your leisure.
How to drive from Corfu Airport to Corfu Town
Corfu Airport is just 3 kilometres from Corfu Town, the island's capital. You can easily reach the city via the EO Kerkyras-Achiliou in about 10 minutes. On the way, drive past Garitsa Bay and you'll soon see the old city walls popping up.
Drive on to Paleokastritsa and Kavos
From the airport, other beautiful places on Corfu are easy to reach. Drive north-west via the EO Paleokastritsas and reach the beautiful bay of Paleokastritsa in about 30 minutes. The winding coastal road offers spectacular views of the Ionian Sea. Driving south, you can reach lively Kavos, known for its vibrant nightlife and wide sandy beaches, in about 45 minutes via EO Lefkimis.
5 Highlights within driving distance from Corfu Airport
- Paleokastritsa: A famous bay with clear blue waters, perfect for snorkelling and swimming.
- Achilleion: A beautiful palace built for Empress Sisi, surrounded by lush gardens overlooking the sea.
- Angelokastro: A medieval castle on a hill with impressive views over Corfu's west coast.
- Sidari and the Canal d'Amour: A unique rock formation where legend says lovers will stay together forever.
- Mon Repos: A historic palace surrounded by peaceful gardens, a stone's throw from Corfu town.
Corfu's road network
Corfu's roads are generally well maintained, but in rural areas they can be narrow and winding. The road network in the larger towns and along the coast is easily accessible and easy to drive, but be careful in the mountains.
Recommended car type for Corfu
Finding the right category of rental car can be quite a task. We explain here what to consider when choosing category rental cars. Besides group composition and luggage, take into account the local conditions for car driving. A compact car is handy for driving through the narrow streets of Corfu town and the smaller villages. For those planning to explore the mountains and remote areas, an SUV is a good choice. It offers more comfort and stability, especially on the island's winding roads.
Best travel time to visit Greece
Corfu is a beautiful destination all year round, but the best time to visit is from May to September. During these months, the weather is warm and sunny, ideal for exploring the island's beaches and nature.
Cuisine of Corfu
On Corfu, you can enjoy delicious Greek dishes with a local twist. Try dishes like ‘pastitsada’ (pasta with stew in tomato sauce) or ‘sofrito’ (veal in white wine and garlic sauce).
Useful words and phrases about car hire in Greek
- Φανάρι (Fanári): Stoplight
- Βλάβη (Vlávi): Breakdown
- Στροφή (Strofí): Turn
- Κλειδί αυτοκινήτου (Kleidí aftokinítou): Car key
- Χώρος στάθμευσης (Chóros státhmefsis): Parking
- Ποιο αυτοκίνητο είναι για μένα; (Poio aftokínito eínai gia ména?): Which car is for me?
- Ορίστε το δίπλωμά μου. (Oríste to díplomá mou): Here you have my driving licence.
- Το αυτοκίνητο χρησιμοποιεί βενζίνη ή πετρέλαιο; (To aftokínito chrismopoií venzíni í petrélaio?): Will there be petrol or diesel in my car?
- Πού είναι το πλησιέστερο βενζινάδικο; (Poú eínai to plisiésterο venzinádiko?): Where is the nearest petrol station?
- Πού αφήνω το αυτοκίνητο όταν οι διακοπές μου τελειώνουν; (Poú afíno to aftokínito ótan oi diakopés sou teleiónoun?): Where do I leave my car when my holiday is over?