Flights to Lefkada and Preveza from Israel: who flies direct and how to get there
For Lefkada you fly to Aktion airport near Preveza. Who flies there direct from Israel in summer, what is new for 2027, and how to get from the airport to the island.
- You fly to Aktion airport (PVK), about 22 km from Lefkada Town.
- In summer 2026 Sun d'Or, TUS, Arkia and Israir flew there; no direct flights in winter.
- Israir announced Preveza as a new destination for summer 2027.
If you are planning Lefkada or Parga in summer, look for a direct flight to Aktion/Preveza and rent a car at the airport. Out of season, fly via Athens.
Which airport do you fly to for Lefkada?
Lefkada has no airport of its own. You fly to Aktion airport (code PVK), also called "Preveza airport". It is about 22 km from Lefkada Town, 20–30 minutes by road, because Lefkada is linked to the mainland by a bridge, so no ferry is needed. The same airport serves Preveza itself, Parga and the Epirus coast.
Is there a direct flight from Israel to Lefkada?
Yes, in summer:
- Sun d'Or launched Lefkada flights at the end of May 2025, twice a week (Sundays and Thursdays), according to IAS.
- In summer 2026, according to PassportCruise, Lefkada flights were operated by Sun d'Or, TUS, Arkia and Israir, some sold as packages with a hotel.
- For summer 2027, Israir announced (September 2026) Preveza as a new destination in its schedule, after Passover.
Flights to the area are seasonal, roughly from late spring to early autumn. There are no direct flights in winter. Check current details on the airlines' sites and in Greek islands with direct flights from Israel.
No direct flight on my dates?
- Via Athens: fly to Athens and continue. Check whether there is a domestic flight to Aktion on your dates.
- By car from Athens: a long drive (several hours), but you can break it up.
- Via Corfu: an option if you combine the Ionian islands.
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From Aktion airport to Lefkada
| Option | Details |
|---|---|
| Taxi | wait outside Terminal B |
| Car rental | desks in arrivals; book ahead |
| KTEL bus | routes between Lefkada, Aktion and Preveza; see KTEL Lefkadas |
| Private transfer | can be booked in advance |
According to Greeka. In Lefkada a car really helps: the best beaches (Porto Katsiki, Agiofili, Agios Nikitas) are spread around the island. See car rental in Greece.
Combine Preveza and Parga
Aktion is also a good gateway to Preveza, Parga and the Epirus beaches. You can split a holiday between Lefkada and the mainland. More on the island: Lefkada.
Kosher and Shabbat
We found no Chabad house or kosher restaurant in Lefkada or Preveza. Bring food or order from e-kosher.gr. Candle-lighting times on Shabbat times & kosher in Greece.
FAQ
Which airport serves Lefkada? Aktion airport (PVK) near Preveza, about 22 km from Lefkada Town.
Is there a direct flight from Tel Aviv to Lefkada? Yes, in summer. In summer 2026 Sun d'Or, TUS, Arkia and Israir flew there, some as packages. Not in winter.
How do I get from the airport to Lefkada? By taxi, rental car, KTEL bus or private transfer: about 20–30 minutes.
Does Israir fly to Preveza? Israir announced Preveza as a new destination in its summer 2027 schedule, after Passover.
