Corfu Ioannis Kapodistrias International Airport (LGKR)
Large airport · Kerkyra (Corfu), Ionian Islands, Greece
Airport data
| Name | Corfu Ioannis Kapodistrias International Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | LGKR |
| IATA | CFU |
| Elevation | 6 ft (2 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 39°36'5" E 19°54'44" 39.60145, 19.91218 |
| Location | Kerkyra (Corfu), Ionian Islands, Greece |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
About Corfu Ioannis Kapodistrias International Airport on Wikipedia
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16/34 | 7,792 ft (2375 m) | 148 ft | ASP | Yes |
Corfu Ioannis Kapodistrias International Airport at a glance
Corfu Ioannis Kapodistrias International Airport is a large airport in Kerkyra (Corfu), Ionian Islands, Greece, known to airline systems as CFU. The field elevation of 6 ft (2 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at LGKR are all figured from it. The airport handles scheduled commercial service, so expect controlled procedures, published approaches and commercial traffic in the pattern.
The single runway, 16/34, offers 7,792 ft (2375 m) of asp surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 16 points roughly 160° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for LGKR shows the current observation decoded line by line — wind on an instrument dial, visibility, cloud layers and the resulting flight rules — refreshed continuously from official sources.
Nearest airports to Corfu Ioannis Kapodistrias International Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ioannina King Pyrrhus National Airport | LGIO | 79 km (43 NM) |
| Aktion National Airport | LGPZ | 105 km (57 NM) |
| Kuçovë Air Base | LAKV | 130 km (70 NM) |
| Lecce Galatina Air Base / Galatina Fortunato Cesari Airport | LIBN | 167 km (90 NM) |
| Kefallinia Airport | LGKF | 172 km (93 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Corfu Ioannis Kapodistrias International Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 6 ft field elevation of Corfu Ioannis Kapodistrias International Airport can translate into a substantially higher density altitude, stretching take-off rolls and flattening climb rates — run the numbers rather than trusting the feel of a standard day. Expect published instrument procedures, controlled airspace and clearance requirements; slots and handling may apply to general aviation traffic.
This entry is one of 29 airports and airfields we list for Greece — the country index on the airports hub links the rest. Coordinates above are given in both DMS and decimal degrees so they can go straight into a GPS, a flight planner or a chart plot without conversion.
Where this data comes from
The reference layer behind this page builds on the OurAirports dataset — a public-domain, community-maintained register of the world's airports that many flight planners and apps rely on — with equity records preserved from documented historical listings where the dataset is silent. Figures are carried as published: elevations as surveyed, coordinates as filed, runway dimensions as recorded. Nothing is estimated to fill a gap, and the whole layer regenerates from source on every site build, so corrections upstream arrive here automatically.
Frequently asked questions about Corfu Ioannis Kapodistrias International Airport
What is the ICAO code of Corfu Ioannis Kapodistrias International Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Corfu Ioannis Kapodistrias International Airport is LGKR, and its IATA code is CFU. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Corfu Ioannis Kapodistrias International Airport above sea level?
Corfu Ioannis Kapodistrias International Airport sits at an elevation of 6 feet (2 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Corfu Ioannis Kapodistrias International Airport located?
The airport lies at 39.6014, 19.9122 — in Kerkyra (Corfu), Ionian Islands, Greece, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Ioannina King Pyrrhus National Airport, about 79 km away.
Does LGKR publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for LGKR appear on its live weather page on this site, refreshed continuously from the US NWS Aviation Weather Center feed.
How long is the runway at Corfu Ioannis Kapodistrias International Airport?
Corfu Ioannis Kapodistrias International Airport has one runway. The longest, 16/34, measures 7,792 ft (2375 m) with a ASP surface.