How to travel from Lesbos to Corfu, Greece

The distance between Lesbos and Corfu is around 693km (430 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 40m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Lesbos to Corfu 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 Mytilini (MJT) to Corfu (CFU).

  • Duration2h 40m
  • Flight time1h 55m
  • Typical cost
    €245($245)
Operated by

Aegean Airlines

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Ferry via Piraeus

Take a ferry to Piraeus and then to Corfu.

  • Duration18h 40m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    €140($140)
Operated by

Multiple ferry operators

2 similiar routes

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Ferry

Take a ferry to Thessaloniki and then to Corfu.

  • Duration16h 10m
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    €105($105)
Operated by

Multiple ferry operators

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Lesbos and Corfu

There are several options for getting from Lesbos to Corfu by plane, ferry and bus. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then take the bus which costs around €100 ($100) and will take around 19h 25m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2h 40m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €245 ($245).

The distance between Lesbos and Corfu is around 693km (430 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 530km (329 miles)

It takes around 2h 40m to get from Lesbos and Corfu by plane.

The quickest way to get from Lesbos to Corfu is to fly which takes around 2h 40m and will set you back approx €245 ($245).

The cheapest way to travel between Lesbos and Corfu is to take a ferry and then take the bus which will typically cost around €100 ($100) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Lesbos and Corfu. We recommend that you fly from Mytilini (MJT) to Corfu (CFU). instead which will take 2h 40m.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Lesbos and Corfu. We recommend that you fly from Mytilini (MJT) to Corfu (CFU). instead which will take 2h 40m.

Ferry/Boat travel

Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Lesbos and Corfu. The ferry typically takes around 16h 10m and departs once a week.

Blue Star Ferries, KTEL Kerkyras and Hellenic Seaways run the ferry services between Lesbos and Corfu. Ferries run once a week and take around 16h 10m on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Lesbos and Corfu. Flights depart from Mytilini (MJT) and arrive at Corfu (CFU) - via Athens (ATH). The flight takes around 1h 55m.

There is no direct flight from Lesbos to Corfu. There is however a flight that goes via Athens (ATH). This services will take at least 2h 40m (not including layover time).

The flight from Lesbos to Corfu typically takes around 1h 55m. Flights depart from Mytilini (MJT) and and arrive into Corfu (CFU).

The closest major airport to Corfu is Corfu International Airport (CFU) (CFU) which is approximately 5km (3 miles) from Corfu. Ioannina Airport (IOA) (IOA) and Aktion Airport (PVK) (PVK) 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 Lesbos to Corfu. We recommend that you fly from Mytilini (MJT) to Corfu (CFU). instead which will take 2h 40m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Lesbos to Corfu is to fly which takes, on average, 2h 40m and will usually cost around €245 ($245).

How do I get from Lesbos to Corfu

Compare travel optionsbetween Lesbos and Corfu

Transport options from Lesbos to Corfu
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
2h 40m
€245($245)
hourly693km (430 miles)
Ferry via Piraeus + 2 similar
18h 40m
€140($140)
once daily868km (540 miles)
Ferry and Bus19h 25m
€100($100)
3 times a week1,074km (667 miles)
Bus and Ferry21h 55m
€150($150)
once a week972km (604 miles)
Ferry
16h 10m
€105($105)
once a week741km (460 miles)

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Airports near Corfu

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

CFU
Corfu International Airport (CFU)
International Airport
Distance
5km (3 miles) from Corfu
IOA
Ioannina Airport (IOA)
Domestic Airport
Distance
84km (52 miles) from Corfu
PVK
Aktion Airport (PVK)
Domestic Airport
Distance
107km (67 miles) from Corfu