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CFU Ioannis Kapodistrias International Airport
Ioannis Kapodistrias International Airport (IATA: CFU, ICAO:LGKR) is located in the city of Kerkyra, Greece. Phone Number :+302661033576

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IATA Code

CFU

ICAO Code

LGKR

Name

Ioannis Kapodistrias International Airport

Type

Country / Region

Greece (GR)

City

Kerkyra

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Longitude

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Phone Number

+302661033576

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International air freight gateway

Ioannis Kapodistrias International Airport (CFU)

Ioannis Kapodistrias International Airport (IATA: CFU; ICAO: LGKR) is the international airport serving Kerkyra, the main urban area of Corfu, Greece. It is a regional, strongly seasonal airport located approximately 2 kilometres south of Corfu Town. Its traffic profile is shaped by scheduled and charter services from European markets, with activity generally increasing between April and October. For freight forwarders, the airport is best assessed as a seasonal island gateway rather than a dedicated cargo hub: shipment acceptance, aircraft belly capacity, handling windows and onward trucking must be confirmed for the individual movement. Our service team can coordinate origin booking, document screening, seasonal capacity checks and alternative mainland routings when a direct uplift is unsuitable.

Airport name	Ioannis Kapodistrias International Airport
IATA / ICAO	CFU / LGKR
Country / city	Greece / Kerkyra (Corfu Island)
Airport profile	International regional airport with pronounced seasonal passenger and belly-freight demand
Airport telephone	+30 26610 33576

Key Highlights

Seasonality is decisive: European passenger and charter activity typically peaks from spring through early autumn, affecting available belly capacity and acceptance conditions.
Island logistics require an end-to-end plan: Airport handling, customs release, ferry or road connections and final delivery to Corfu destinations should be reviewed together.
Not a dedicated freighter hub: Direct cargo options may depend on passenger aircraft capacity or an approved trucking connection through a mainland gateway.
Time-critical cargo needs early confirmation: Cut-off times, aircraft type, handling acceptance and local delivery arrangements may vary by operating carrier and season.
Weather and operational disruption exposure: Island access, seasonal congestion and changing flight programmes can affect transfer and collection planning.

Cargo Facilities & Services

Ioannis Kapodistrias International Airport should be treated as an airport where cargo handling is arranged through the operating carrier, appointed ground handler and applicable customs process. Our service team verifies the actual acceptance route before issuing a firm operational plan.

General cargo handling

Standard shipments may move through carrier-appointed handling arrangements. The confirmed booking should specify pieces, dimensions, gross weight, commodity and handling requirements.

Temperature-sensitive cargo

Availability of cool-room or temperature-controlled handling must be confirmed for the particular flight and handling chain. Packaging should protect the shipment during airport and island transfers.

Dangerous goods

Acceptance is subject to airline, handler and applicable IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations procedures. Advance document review is essential; passenger-aircraft restrictions may apply.

Customs and controlled cargo

Import, export, transit, bonded or inspection arrangements depend on the shipment regime and current local procedures. Our team confirms the responsible customs broker and release sequence before dispatch.

Live animals and special cargo

Live animals, valuables, human remains, oversized pieces and other special commodities require pre-approval, suitable equipment and a confirmed handling plan rather than routine booking.

Delivery and collection

Final-mile collection on Corfu may be constrained by local road access, ferry schedules for mainland alternatives and consignee availability. Delivery appointments should be arranged in advance.

Routes & Transit Times

European origins: Shipments may be considered via available scheduled or seasonal passenger services from European cities, subject to the operating carrier’s cargo acceptance and capacity.
Hub connection: For destinations without a suitable direct uplift, our service team can assess a connection through an appropriate European or Greek gateway, followed by air, road or island distribution.
Mainland alternative: When capacity, commodity restrictions or delivery urgency make direct island uplift unsuitable, a mainland Greek airport combined with an approved onward road-and-ferry plan may be more practical.
Transit planning: No fixed transit time should be assumed. Actual timing depends on flight season, connection availability, customs release, handling cut-offs, weather, ferry schedules and consignee delivery access.

Our planning rule: We quote an indicative routing only after checking the requested shipping date, commodity, dimensions, aircraft acceptance, customs status and final delivery point. Final schedule and transit time remain subject to carrier confirmation.

Hinterland & Key Cargo

Primary service area: Corfu Island and the surrounding local commercial, hospitality and tourism economy; the airport is particularly relevant where direct island delivery is more efficient than a mainland-to-island alternative.
Tourism and hospitality supplies: Seasonal hotel, restaurant and event requirements may include replacement parts, equipment, uniforms, amenities and urgent operational supplies.
General commercial cargo: Electronics, spare parts, garments, documents and e-commerce parcels can be handled when the airline and local delivery chain accept the shipment profile.
Perishables and local products: Food, flowers and other time-sensitive goods require packaging, temperature protection and a confirmed short connection; seasonal capacity should be checked early.
Medical and emergency shipments: Pharmaceuticals, diagnostics and urgent technical parts require advance review of temperature, security, customs and consignee availability.

Operations & Compliance

Booking and cut-off: Airline and handling cut-offs can change by flight, season and commodity. Our team obtains the confirmed cargo acceptance time rather than relying on passenger check-in information.
Documentation: Commercial invoice, packing list, air waybill data, exporter/importer details, customs references and any permits must match the physical cargo. Incorrect weights, dimensions or commodity descriptions can cause rebooking or inspection.
Dangerous goods: Batteries, aerosols, chemicals, perfumes, magnetized materials and equipment containing lithium batteries require classification and declaration review. Do not tender such cargo as general cargo without approval.
Customs and collection: Customs inspection, document queries or consignee unavailability may extend dwell time. The importer or appointed broker should be ready before arrival, with delivery instructions and contact details confirmed.

Shipping Tips

Send the shipping date, origin, destination, commodity, piece dimensions, gross weight, stackability and special handling needs to our service team before requesting a firm rate.
For peak-season movements, reserve capacity as early as practical and keep a mainland gateway alternative available, especially for urgent commercial or temperature-sensitive shipments.
Use robust, aircraft-compatible packaging with clear piece marks, consignee contact details and protection against humidity and handling during any island road or ferry transfer.
Pre-clear dangerous goods, batteries, live animals, pharmaceuticals and oversized cargo with the carrier and handler; written acceptance should be obtained before cargo is delivered to the airport.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Ioannis Kapodistrias International Airport handle international air freight?

International cargo arrangements may be possible through operating passenger or cargo services, but acceptance depends on the carrier, season, commodity, capacity and handling plan. Our service team confirms the actual routing before tender.

Is direct air freight always the fastest option for Corfu?

No. During peak periods or when direct belly capacity is unavailable, a mainland gateway with a planned onward road-and-ferry movement may provide a more reliable solution. The best option depends on urgency, cargo type and delivery address.

How early should seasonal cargo be booked?

Earlier booking is advisable during the April-to-October high season because passenger and charter demand can reduce flexible cargo capacity. The required lead time varies by commodity, origin and requested flight.

Can batteries or dangerous goods be shipped through the airport?

Potentially, subject to classification, packing, marking, documentation, airline approval and available handling capability. Our team screens the safety data and shipment details before requesting acceptance.

What information is needed for a rate and routing check?

Provide origin and final destination, ready date, commodity, invoice value, number of pieces, dimensions, gross weight, stackability, customs status and any temperature, security or dangerous-goods requirements.

Data Sources & Provenance

Airport identity, codes, location description and contact information in this module are based on the supplied airport record. Operational statements are deliberately presented as conditional guidance because airline schedules, handling arrangements, customs procedures and seasonal capacity can change.

Airport operator and airport-management information: fraport-greece.com
Greek civil aviation regulatory information: hcaa.gov.gr
International airport and airline industry reference information: iata.org
International aerodrome and aviation standards reference information: icao.int

Current flight availability, cargo acceptance, cut-off, handling capability, customs release and final delivery arrangements must be verified for each shipment by our service team and the responsible carrier or handler.