Corfu or Kos?
Both are beaches, history and culture destinations in Europe. Corfu adds romance. Kos adds food and nature.
| Corfu | Kos | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Greece | Greece |
| Cost of a week | mid-priced | mid-priced |
| Crowds at peak | high | medium |
| Best months | May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep | May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep |
| Warmest month | July, 32°C | July, 31°C |
| Coolest month | January, 13°C | January, 15°C |
| Known for | UNESCO Old Town, Venetian fortresses, Paleokastritsa bay, Achilleion palace, kumquat liqueur | Asklepion, Neratzia Castle, Plane Tree of Hippocrates, Embros Thermae |
Month by month, side by side
| Month | Corfu | Kos |
|---|---|---|
| Jan | 13°C | 15°C |
| Feb | 13°C | 15°C |
| Mar | 14°C | 15°C |
| Apr | 17°C | 19°C |
| May | 22°C | 23°C |
| Jun | 28°C | 27°C |
| Jul | 32°C | 31°C |
| Aug | 31°C | 31°C |
| Sep | 26°C | 28°C |
| Oct | 22°C | 24°C |
| Nov | 18°C | 21°C |
| Dec | 15°C | 17°C |
So which one?
Pick Corfu if…
you want romance. It suits honeymooners and older travellers particularly well.
Pick Kos if…
you want food and nature. It suits first-timers and groups of friends particularly well.
Both are at their best in May, June, July, August, September.
Book whichever wins
Common questions
Is Corfu or Kos cheaper?
Corfu is mid-priced for a week, Kos is mid-priced.
Which is warmer, Corfu or Kos?
Corfu peaks at 32°C in July; Kos peaks at 31°C in July.
Can you do both in one trip?
Yes — they are in the same country, so combining them is straightforward.
Temperatures are measured averages (ERA5, Open-Meteo). Hotel links are partner links — your price is unchanged.