To reach Ithaki (Ithaca) Island by plane, you will typically fly to nearby airports, as Ithaki itself does not have an airport. Here’s a detailed guide on how to get there:
Nearest Airports:
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- Kefalonia International Airport (EFL): This is the closest airport to Ithaki. It's located on the neighboring island of Kefalonia, about 30 km (18.6 miles) from Ithaki. Flights to Kefalonia are available from various European cities, especially during the summer.
- Zakynthos International Airport (ZTH): Located on the island of Zakynthos, it is another option but further away. It’s about 100 km (62 miles) from Ithaki.
- Preveza-Aktion National Airport (PVK): Situated on the mainland near Lefkada, about 90 km (56 miles) from Ithaki.
Here is a list of direct flights to Kefalonia (EFL) and Preveza (PVK) airports as of summer 2024. Note that these flights are primarily available during the peak tourist season (April to October). The actual availability and frequency can vary, so it’s recommended to check with airlines or booking platforms for the latest schedules.
Direct Flights to Kefalonia International Airport (EFL)
From the UK:
- London (Gatwick): EasyJet, TUI Airways
- London (Heathrow): British Airways
- London (Stansted): Jet2
- Manchester: Jet2, TUI Airways
- Birmingham: Jet2, TUI Airways
- Bristol: EasyJet, TUI Airways
- Edinburgh: Jet2
- Leeds Bradford: Jet2
- Newcastle: Jet2
From Germany:
- Frankfurt: Condor
- Munich: Lufthansa
- Düsseldorf: Eurowings, Condor
- Stuttgart: Eurowings
- Hamburg: Eurowings
From Italy:
- Rome (Fiumicino): Ryanair
- Milan (Malpensa): EasyJet
From France:
From the Netherlands:
From Scandinavia:
- Stockholm: SAS
- Oslo: Norwegian Air Shuttle
- Copenhagen: SAS
From Belgium:
- Brussels: TUI fly Belgium
From Austria:
- Vienna: Austrian Airlines
From Switzerland:
From Poland:
- Warsaw: LOT Polish Airlines (charter)
Direct Flights to Preveza-Aktion National Airport (PVK)
From the UK:
- London (Gatwick): EasyJet, Jet2, TUI Airways
- London (Heathrow): British Airways
- Manchester: Jet2, TUI Airways
- Birmingham: Jet2, TUI Airways
- Bristol: Jet2, TUI Airways
- Edinburgh: Jet2
- Leeds Bradford: Jet2
- Newcastle: Jet2
From Germany:
- Frankfurt: Condor
- Munich: Lufthansa, Condor
- Düsseldorf: Eurowings, Condor
- Stuttgart: Eurowings
- Hamburg: Eurowings
From Italy:
From France:
From the Netherlands:
From Scandinavia:
- Stockholm: SAS, Norwegian Air Shuttle
- Oslo: Norwegian Air Shuttle
- Copenhagen: SAS
From Belgium:
- Brussels: TUI fly Belgium
From Austria:
- Vienna: Austrian Airlines
From Switzerland:
From Poland:
- Warsaw: LOT Polish Airlines (charter)
Internal Flights to Kefalonia International Airport (EFL)
From Athens (ATH):
- Aegean Airlines (operated by Olympic Air): Several flights per week, daily during peak season.
- Sky Express: Regular service, especially in summer.
From Thessaloniki (SKG):
From Zakynthos (ZTH):
From Corfu (CFU):
From Heraklion (HER):
Internal Flights to Preveza-Aktion National Airport (PVK)
From Athens (ATH):
- Aegean Airlines (operated by Olympic Air): Several flights per week, more frequent in the summer.
- Sky Express: Regular service during peak season.
From Thessaloniki (SKG):
From Corfu (CFU):
From Crete (Heraklion, HER):
Checking and Booking Flights
For the most accurate and up-to-date flight schedules, you can check:
Always verify the flight schedule close to your travel date, as routes and frequencies may change based on demand and seasonal factors.
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