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Corvo Airport (CVU)

Corvo, Portugal · small airport · 39.672° -31.114° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeCVU
ICAO CodeLPCR
Typesmall airport
NameCorvo Airport
MunicipalityCorvo
CountryPortugal
ContinentEU
Latitude39.672° N
Longitude-31.114° W
Elevation62 ft
Climate ZoneTemperate
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score150
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryPortugal
ISO Code
RegionCorvo
Continent CodeEU
IANA TimezoneEurope/Lisbon
UTC Offset (Standard)UTC+0
DST OffsetUTC+1
Current Offset--

🌬 Best Time to Fly

Recommended: April – October
Mild weather, minimal disruptions
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Spring: Mar–MaySummer: Jun–AugAutumn: Sep–NovWinter: Dec–Feb

✈ Airlines Serving CVU

LH — LufthansaFR — RyanairBA — British AirwaysAF — Air FranceKL — KLMIB — IberiaTK — Turkish AirlinesU2 — easyJet

🌡 Climate — Temperate (39.7°N)

Jan
8°
0°
Feb
10°
1°
Mar
13°
4°
Apr
17°
7°
May
21°
11°
Jun
26°
15°
Jul
28°
17°
Aug
27°
16°
Sep
23°
13°
Oct
18°
9°
Nov
12°
5°
Dec
9°
1°
* Approximate average temperatures by month based on temperate latitude zone

✨ AI-Enhanced Insights

Corvo Airport (CVU/LPCR) is a small island airfield on Corvo, the smallest and northernmost island of the Azores, Portugal. Located about 1 km from Vila do Corvo, it has a single short asphalt runway and primarily handles inter-island flights operated by SATA Air Açores. The airport is a lifeline for residents and visitors, with weather often dictating schedules.

💡 Local Tip
Frequent visitors build a buffer day into their plans: Corvo's flights are often cancelled by wind and rain, and the island has very limited alternative transport.
🚖 Getting There

The airport is close to Vila do Corvo, but with luggage a pre-arranged taxi or accommodation transfer is the easiest option. There is no regular public bus; some visitors walk the short distance in good weather. Confirm your return pickup when you arrive, as transport on the island is limited.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Which airlines fly to Corvo Airport?
A: Scheduled service is operated by SATA Air Açores, mainly on the short hop from Flores Airport (FLW); connections to other Azorean islands are usually made via Flores.

Q: How far is the airport from Vila do Corvo?
A: The airport is roughly 1 km from the village center, so the transfer is short but not always convenient on foot with luggage.

Q: Are there regular buses or taxis at the airport?
A: There is no regular public bus service; taxis may meet flights, but it is best to arrange a transfer or rental car in advance.

Q: Can flights be delayed or cancelled?
A: Yes, Azorean weather, especially strong winds and low visibility, can disrupt the short inter-island flights, so allow extra time for connections.
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🌏 Nearby Airports (Top 5)

IATANameCity / CountryDistance (km)Distance (mi)Link
FLW Flores Airport Santa Cruz das Flores, Portugal 24.1 km 15.0 mi View →
HOR Horta Airport Horta, Portugal 243.3 km 151.2 mi View →
PIX Pico Airport Pico Island, Portugal 261.9 km 162.7 mi View →
GRW Graciosa Airport Santa Cruz da Graciosa, Portugal 272.7 km 169.5 mi View →
SJZ São Jorge Airport Velas, Portugal 276.8 km 172.0 mi View →

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