How to travel from Corfu to Kythira, Greece

The distance between Corfu and Kythira is around 609km (379 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 25m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Corfu to Kythira by plane, ferry and bus. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Fly

Fly from Corfu (CFU) to Kythira (KIT).

  • Duration2h 25m
  • Flight time2hrs
  • Typical cost
    €200($200)
Operated by

Sky Express

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Ferry

Take a ferry to Athens and then to Kýthira.

  • Duration13h 40m
  • Departstwice a week
  • Typical cost
    €145($145)
Operated by

Multiple ferry operators

2 similiar routes

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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Corfu and Kythira

There are several options for getting from Corfu to Kythira by plane, ferry and bus. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then take the bus which costs around €120 ($120) and will take around 12h 10m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2h 25m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €200 ($200).

The distance between Corfu and Kythira is around 609km (379 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 462km (287 miles)

It takes around 2h 25m to get from Corfu and Kythira by plane.

The quickest way to get from Corfu to Kythira is to fly which takes around 2h 25m and will set you back approx €200 ($200).

The cheapest way to travel between Corfu and Kythira is to take a ferry and then take the bus which will typically cost around €120 ($120) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Corfu and Kythira. We recommend that you fly from Corfu (CFU) to Kythira (KIT). instead which will take 2h 25m.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Corfu and Kythira. We recommend that you fly from Corfu (CFU) to Kythira (KIT). instead which will take 2h 25m.

Ferry/Boat travel

Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Corfu and Kythira. The ferry typically takes around 13h 40m and departs twice a week.

KTEL Kerkyras and Seajets run the ferry services between Corfu and Kythira. Ferries run twice a week and take around 13h 40m on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Corfu and Kythira. Flights depart from Corfu (CFU) and arrive at Kythira (KIT) - via Athens (ATH). The flight takes around 2hrs.

There is no direct flight from Corfu to Kythira. There is however a flight that goes via Athens (ATH). This services will take at least 2h 25m (not including layover time).

The flight from Corfu to Kythira typically takes around 2hrs. Flights depart from Corfu (CFU) and and arrive into Kythira (KIT).

The closest major airport to Kythira is Kithira Airport (KIT) (KIT) which is approximately 4km (3 miles) from Kythira. Kalamata International Airport (KLX) (KLX) and Chania International Airport (CHQ) (CHQ) 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 Kythira. We recommend that you fly from Corfu (CFU) to Kythira (KIT). instead which will take 2h 25m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Corfu to Kythira is to fly which takes, on average, 2h 25m and will usually cost around €200 ($200).

How do I get from Corfu to Kythira

Compare travel optionsbetween Corfu and Kythira

Transport options from Corfu to Kythira
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
2h 25m
€200($200)
hourly609km (379 miles)
Ferry + 2 similar
13h 40m
€145($145)
twice a week736km (457 miles)
Ferry and Bus12h 10m
€120($120)
once a week777km (483 miles)
Ferry to Igoumenitsa, bus17h 15m
€125($125)
twice a week736km (457 miles)

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Airports near Kythira

The following major airports near Kythira offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Greece and internationally.

KIT
Kithira Airport (KIT)
Domestic Airport
Distance
4km (3 miles) from Kythira
KLX
Kalamata International Airport (KLX)
International Airport
Distance
125km (78 miles) from Kythira
CHQ
Chania International Airport (CHQ)
International Airport
Distance
130km (81 miles) from Kythira