How to travel from Corfu to Icaria, Greece
The distance between Corfu and Icaria is around 622km (387 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 45m.
7 routes found
We've found 7 different ways to get from Corfu to Icaria by ferry, bus, train and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Icaria → Corfu if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Corfu (CFU) to Ikaria Island (JIK).
- Duration2h 45m
- Flight time2h 10m
- Typical cost€180($180)
Sky Express
+ 2 others1 similiar route
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Ferry
Take a ferry to Athens then Syros and then to Ag. Kirykos.
- Duration12h 25m
- Departsonce a week
- Typical cost€180($180)
Multiple ferry operators
3 similiar routes
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Ferry and Train
Take a ferry to Larissa then take the train to Athens then take a ferry to Syros and then to Ag. Kirykos.
- Duration13h 10m
- Departsonce a week
- Typical cost€180($180)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Corfu and Icaria
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Corfu to Icaria by ferry, bus, train and plane. The cheapest option is to take a ferry which costs around €110 ($110) and will take around 14h 50m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2h 45m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €180 ($180).
The distance between Corfu and Icaria is around 622km (387 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 590km (366 miles)
It takes around 12h 25m to get from Corfu and Icaria by ferry.
The quickest way to get from Corfu to Icaria is to fly which takes around 2h 45m and will set you back approx €180 ($180).
The cheapest way to travel between Corfu and Icaria is to take a ferry which will typically cost around €110 ($110) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Corfu and Icaria. We recommend that you fly from Corfu (CFU) to Ikaria Island (JIK). instead which will take 2h 45m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Corfu and Icaria. We recommend that you fly from Corfu (CFU) to Ikaria Island (JIK). instead which will take 2h 45m.
Ferry/Boat travel
Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Corfu and Icaria. The ferry typically takes around 12h 25m and departs once a week.
KTEL Kerkyras, Seajets and Blue Star Ferries run the ferry services between Corfu and Icaria. Ferries run once a week and take around 12h 25m on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Corfu and Icaria. Flights depart from Corfu (CFU) and arrive at Ikaria Island (JIK) - via Athens (ATH). The flight takes around 2h 10m.
There is no direct flight from Corfu to Icaria. There is however a flight that goes via Athens (ATH). This services will take at least 2h 45m (not including layover time).
The flight from Corfu to Icaria typically takes around 2h 10m. Flights depart from Corfu (CFU) and and arrive into Ikaria Island (JIK).
The closest major airport to Icaria is Ikaria Airport (JIK) (JIK) which is approximately 18km (11 miles) from Icaria. Leros Airport (LRS) (LRS) and Samos International Airport (SMI) (SMI) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Corfu to Icaria. We recommend that you take a ferry to Athens then Syros and then to Ag. Kirykos. instead which will take 12h 25m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Corfu to Icaria is to take a ferry which takes, on average, 12h 25m and will usually cost around €180 ($180).
Compare travel optionsbetween Corfu and Icaria
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 1 similar | 2h 45m | €180($180) | once daily | 622km (387 miles) |
| Plane and Ferry | 4h 10m | €200($200) | twice a week | 747km (464 miles) |
Ferry + 3 similar | 12h 25m | €180($180) | once a week | 823km (512 miles) |
| Ferry via Athens | 14h 50m | €110($110) | 3 times a week | 753km (468 miles) |
| Ferry and Bus | 12h 20m | €195($195) | once a week | 840km (522 miles) |
| Ferry to Igoumenitsa, bus | 16h 60m | €120($120) | 3 times a week | 753km (468 miles) |
Ferry and Train | 13h 10m | €180($180) | once a week | 978km (608 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Corfu and Icaria
Ferry operators
KTEL Kerkyras
Kerkyra Lines
Kerkyra Seaways
Airlines
Sky Express
Aegean Airlines
Bus companies
KTEL Achaias
KTEL Thesprotias
Train operators
Airports near Icaria
The following major airports near Icaria offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Greece and internationally.
Ikaria Airport (JIK)
- Distance
- 18km (11 miles) from Icaria
Leros Airport (LRS)
- Distance
- 56km (35 miles) from Icaria
Samos International Airport (SMI)
- Distance
- 68km (42 miles) from Icaria