Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Aegina travel guide

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You're Going to Love Aegina

With a population of 6,867, Aegina is a must-see destination in Attica, Greece. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Aegina has to offer.

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When to visit Aegina

Aegina in December
Estimated hotel price
£36
1 night at 3-star hotel
Aegina in December
Estimated hotel price
£36
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Aegina

Plane

Although Aegina doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Athens Airport (Eleftherios Venizelos) (ATH), which is located 31 miles from Aegina. Skiathos is the most popular, with regular flights from Jet2, Aegean Airlines, Sky Express and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest flight to Aegina from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 3h 35m.

Car

Another option to get to Aegina is to pick up a car hire from Chania, which is about 158 miles from Aegina. You’ll find branches of Right Cars and Europcar, among others, in Chania.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Aegina, including Union Ivkoni, Arda Tur and Tourist Service Holding. From Thessaloniki, the bus ride to Aegina takes 420 miles and will cost you around £54. From Sofia, the ticket costs about £39 for a journey of 690 miles.

Plane

Although Aegina doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Athens Airport (Eleftherios Venizelos) (ATH), which is located 31 miles from Aegina. Skiathos is the most popular, with regular flights from Jet2, Aegean Airlines, Sky Express and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest flight to Aegina from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 3h 35m.

Car

Another option to get to Aegina is to pick up a car hire from Chania, which is about 158 miles from Aegina. You’ll find branches of Right Cars and Europcar, among others, in Chania.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Aegina, including Union Ivkoni, Arda Tur and Tourist Service Holding. From Thessaloniki, the bus ride to Aegina takes 420 miles and will cost you around £54. From Sofia, the ticket costs about £39 for a journey of 690 miles.

Airports near Aegina

JSISkiathos
ATHAthens Eleftherios V.
KLXKalamata

Airlines serving Aegina

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,836 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,935 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,243 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,967 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
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Where to stay in Aegina

Average rates range from around £125 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £52 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Aegina

Most booked hotels in Aegina

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Oasis Scala Beach Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
£71+
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Laza Beach
2 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
£48+
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Danae Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£74+
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Aktaion Beach Boutique Hotel & Spa
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£61+
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Agistri Hotel
1 star
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£46+
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Dionysos Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£37+
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Hiring a car in Aegina

Hiring a car in Aegina costs £43 per day, on average, or £171 if you want to hire it for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 58% more expensive than at Athens Eleftherios V..

Expect to pay £1.44 per litre in Aegina (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £17.28 and £23.03. The most frequently booked car type in Aegina is Compact (Volkswagen Polo or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Class Economy Car or similar) is, on average, 53% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Aegina costs £43 per day, on average, or £171 if you want to hire it for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 58% more expensive than at Athens Eleftherios V..

Expect to pay £1.44 per litre in Aegina (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £17.28 and £23.03. The most frequently booked car type in Aegina is Compact (Volkswagen Polo or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Class Economy Car or similar) is, on average, 53% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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