Ferry from Corfu to Saranda

Ferry from Corfu to Saranda at a glance

The ferry from Corfu to Saranda in numbers, as operated by Finikas Lines, Ionian Seaways: around 1 hour 30 minutes at sea, about 15 km, several a day, on passenger ferry and catamaran. Departure from Corfu New Port; arrival at Saranda port. We offer foot-passenger tickets and cabins or reserved seats where the ship has them.

• Route: Corfu to Saranda (about 15 km by sea)
• Operator: Finikas Lines, Ionian Seaways
• Crossing time: about 1 hour 30 minutes
• Vessels: passenger ferry and catamaran
• Frequency: several a day
• Departure port: Corfu New Port
• Arrival port: Saranda port
• Vehicles: passengers only
• Booking: form on this page, confirmation in the WhatsApp chat, electronic ticket by message

Fast ferries cross the narrow strait from Corfu to Saranda in about half an hour on the quickest sailings, the usual route for day trips to Butrint and the Albanian Riviera; carry a passport.

How much does the ferry from Corfu to Saranda cost?

The cost of the ferry from Corfu to Saranda depends on the shipping line, the type of vessel, the date, whether you travel as a foot passenger or with a car, and the seat or cabin you choose. A conventional ferry is cheaper than a high-speed one; a summer Saturday costs more than a weekday in May; a car adds a vehicle fare; a cabin on an overnight sailing adds more. That is why Haqqi Tours does not print a price: we check the live fares for your exact date and send the real cost on WhatsApp, with the options side by side.

Let us know for two or three sailings and we send the cost of each - fast boat and slow boat, morning and afternoon - so you can see the difference before you book the Corfu to Saranda ferry.

Cheapest ferry ticket from Corfu to Saranda: how to pay less

The cheapest ferry ticket from Corfu to Saranda is normally on the conventional ferry, booked early, on a weekday outside the peak weeks. These are the rules our team applies:

• Compare operators - on this route the cheapest company changes with the date
• Travel light - some fast boats limit luggage per passenger
• Book the return with the outbound - open returns and round-trip fares are cheaper on many operators
• Ask about children's, student and resident fares, and about vehicle offers outside high season
• Choose the conventional ferry over the high-speed boat when time allows - it is cheaper, steadier and often more scenic
• Book early for July, August, Easter and holiday weekends, when sailings sell out and fares rise

Send us the form with your dates and we tell you which sailing is the cheapest ferry from Corfu to Saranda that day and how much a different day would save.

How to book ferry tickets from Corfu to Saranda with Haqqi Tours

The easiest way to book a ferry from Corfu to Saranda is to let a person do it. The form asks for the essentials; the details - a car and its length, a cabin, a pushchair, a pet, a connection on arrival - you let us know by WhatsApp when we message you to confirm. We provide the ticket, explain check-in at Corfu New Port and stay reachable during the crossing.

• Step 1 - complete the form: date, one-way or return, adults and children
• Step 2 - we message you through WhatsApp with the sailings, vessels, seats or cabins and the cost
• Step 3 - you confirm the sailing you prefer and we arrange payment in the same chat
• Step 4 - we issue the e-ticket and send it; we stay in touch until you land in Saranda

If plans change, the same WhatsApp thread handles it. We spell out the operator's change and cancellation rules for the fare you chose before you commit to anything, so there are no surprises later.

Timetable and season of the Corfu to Saranda ferry

Several a day - that is how often the ferry from Corfu to Saranda runs, with more departures in summer and fewer, sometimes weather-dependent, in winter. Allow about 1 hour 30 minutes at sea plus check-in at the port. Timetables change between seasons, so we send the exact departures for your date rather than a list that may be out of date.

If a sailing is cancelled by the ferry company for weather, you are rebooked on the next available or refunded; our WhatsApp desk handles that for you on the day.

Departure: Corfu New Port

The ferry from Corfu to Saranda leaves from Corfu New Port, in Corfu - Corfu is the green Ionian island of the Venetian old town, the Achilleion and the north-east coast coves. Foot passengers should be at the port 45 to 60 minutes before departure, earlier on international crossings where passports are checked. Getting there: Local buses run from the airport area to Corfu Town but not directly to most resorts, and taxis queue at the terminal; a private transfer is the simplest way to reach the north and west coasts, especially with luggage or children.

• Let us know which gate or terminal your sailing uses - big ports have several
• Foot passengers: at the port 45-60 minutes before departure
• Keep the e-ticket and the ID or passport used for booking together
• Luggage is carried free within the operator's limits; large bags go on the racks or the car deck

Arrival: Saranda port

Arrival is at Saranda port. Saranda is the sunny port on the Albanian Riviera, the base for Butrint and Ksamil and the quickest crossing to Corfu. We can have a Haqqi Tours driver at the pier with your name, or tell you the best way to your hotel by bus or taxi. If you brought the car, the road out of the port is signposted for the main routes.

Onward journeys from Saranda - another ferry, a flight or a train the same day - can be added to the booking; tell us and we time the crossing to fit.

On board the Corfu to Saranda ferry: seats, cabins and luggage

The ship makes the difference on this route: the conventional ferry has more space, open decks and a steadier ride; the high-speed boat has airline seating and gets you there faster. Children have their own fares, luggage travels free within limits, and pets are accepted on many ships in carriers or kennels.

• Pets accepted on many ships in carriers or kennels - let us know if one is travelling
• Seats: economy, airline-style, lounge and business on the fast boats; deck seats on the slow ferries
• Cabins with beds and showers on overnight sailings - two to four berths
• Café, bar or restaurant on most vessels; open decks on the conventional ferries

Things to do in Saranda after the ferry

Saranda is the sunny port on the Albanian Riviera, the base for Butrint and Ksamil and the quickest crossing to Corfu. Arriving by sea puts you in the middle of it: Butrint National Park, the Ksamil beaches and islands, the Blue Eye spring, Mirror Beach and Gjirokastra old town are all reachable from Saranda port. For the first meal, try fergese with peppers and cheese, olives and fresh figs and mussels from the Butrint lagoon.

We offer tours and transfers in Saranda as well as the ferry ticket - one conversation, one plan for the whole trip.

Best time to take the ferry from Corfu to Saranda

The ferry from Corfu to Saranda runs all year on most operators, but not equally: summer brings the most sailings and the highest fares, shoulder months the best balance, winter a reduced service. June to September is beach season, with July and August hot and crowded; May and late September are ideal for Butrint and walks, and winters are mild. Whatever the month, booking early is the single biggest saving, especially with a car or a cabin.

Ferry or flight from Corfu to Saranda?

Ferry versus plane between Corfu and Saranda comes down to time, luggage and the view: the ferry has the deck, the luggage and the town-centre arrival; the plane has speed. On this route the ferry is the option Haqqi Tours recommends first for families and anyone with a car.

Return ferry from Saranda to Corfu

The Saranda to Corfu ferry is the same crossing in reverse, about 1 hour 30 minutes. Haqqi Tours provides the return ticket in the same conversation; if the return date is not fixed, an open return on the same operator keeps it flexible.

Why book your Corfu to Saranda ferry ticket with Haqqi Tours

Haqqi Tours is a licensed tour operator that books ferry tickets from Corfu to Saranda every week. We provide the ticket for every passenger, the seats or cabin you want, the cheapest fare for your travel date, and a human in the WhatsApp chat in Arabic and English before, during and after the crossing. Around the ferry, we offer transfers to the port, tours and hotels at both ends. Send the form; we message you with sailings and the price; you decide.