While takeoff offers good island views on the left, the landing approach on the right provides more varied and dramatic scenery—the smaller Ionian islands, the Albanian coast, and Corfu's distinctive eastern geography make the approach more visually rewarding than the departure.
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Flight Path
Zakynthos to Corfu is 138 miles (222 km), a flight of about 25 minutes.
Open Ionian Sea with no major landmarks; the flight path crosses open water between the two islands with no significant terrain features visible at cruise altitude.
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from ZTH
LEFTLeft seats offer immediate views of Zakynthos island's western coastline and the Ionian Sea. You'll see the island's limestone cliffs and beaches receding as you climb northwestward toward Corfu.
Landing at CFU
RIGHTRight seats provide the best views during descent into Corfu. You'll see the northern Ionian islands (Paxi, Antipaxoi) and the Albanian coastline across the water as you approach from the south, plus Corfu's eastern shoreline and the Kerkyra city area.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Zakinthos Dionysios Solomos (ZTH) to Ioannis Kapodistrias International (CFU)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Zakynthos to Corfu. While takeoff offers good island views on the left, the landing approach on the right provides more varied and dramatic scenery—the smaller Ionian islands, the Albanian coast, and Corfu's distinctive eastern geography make the approach more visually rewarding than the departure.
What can I see during takeoff from Zakinthos Dionysios Solomos in Zakynthos?
During takeoff from Zakinthos Dionysios Solomos (ZTH), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left seats offer immediate views of Zakynthos island's western coastline and the Ionian Sea. You'll see the island's limestone cliffs and beaches receding as you climb northwestward toward Corfu. Notable sights include: Zakynthos island coastline, Ionian Sea, Laganas Bay, western cliffs of Zakynthos.
What can I see when landing at Ioannis Kapodistrias International in Corfu?
When landing at Ioannis Kapodistrias International (CFU), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right seats provide the best views during descent into Corfu. You'll see the northern Ionian islands (Paxi, Antipaxoi) and the Albanian coastline across the water as you approach from the south, plus Corfu's eastern shoreline and the Kerkyra city area. Notable sights include: Paxi and Antipaxoi islands, Albanian coast across the strait, Corfu's eastern coastline, Kerkyra city waterfront.
How long is the flight from Zakynthos to Corfu?
The flight from Zakinthos Dionysios Solomos (ZTH) to Ioannis Kapodistrias International (CFU) takes about 25 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 138 miles (222 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Zakynthos to Corfu flight path pass over?
Open Ionian Sea with no major landmarks; the flight path crosses open water between the two islands with no significant terrain features visible at cruise altitude.