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

Argostoli travel guide

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You're Going to Love Argostoli

With a population of 9.820, Argostoli is a must-see destination in Ionian Islands, Greece. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 6 days in order to fully appreciate everything Argostoli has to offer.

When to visit Argostoli

Argostoli in November
Estimated flight+hotel price
£37
2 travellers
Flight to Argostoli
3 nights at hotel
Argostoli in November
Estimated flight+hotel price
£37
2 travellers
Flight to Argostoli
3 nights at hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Argostoli in July, when the average temperature is 26 °C, and the highest can go up to 29 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 9 °C, with an average temperature of 12 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in December, when precipitation is around 110 mm. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Argostoli, with an average rainfall of 5 mm.

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How to Get to Argostoli

Plane

When flying to Argostoli, you’ll arrive at Argostoli Cephalonia (EFL), which is located 6 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Argostoli from the United Kingdom departs from Nottingham and takes around 3h 30m.

Car

Another option to get to Argostoli is to pick up a car hire from Athens, which is about 284 km from Argostoli. You’ll find branches of Centauro and Record go, among others, in Athens.

Plane

When flying to Argostoli, you’ll arrive at Argostoli Cephalonia (EFL), which is located 6 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Argostoli from the United Kingdom departs from Nottingham and takes around 3h 30m.

Car

Another option to get to Argostoli is to pick up a car hire from Athens, which is about 284 km from Argostoli. You’ll find branches of Centauro and Record go, among others, in Athens.

Airports near Argostoli

EFLArgostoli Cephalonia

Airlines serving Argostoli

Lufthansa
Good (8,039 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,028 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,964 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (923 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,577 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,448 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,247 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,393 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,904 reviews)
Transavia France
Good (412 reviews)
Condor
Good (432 reviews)
Norwegian
Good (249 reviews)
Aegean Airlines
Excellent (876 reviews)
Sky Express
Good (126 reviews)
Wizz Air
Good (434 reviews)
EL AL
Good (628 reviews)
Smartwings
Good (36 reviews)
Volotea
Good (570 reviews)
Transavia
Good (148 reviews)
Wizz Air
Good (1,112 reviews)
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Where to stay in Argostoli

Average rates range from around £95 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £140 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Argostoli

Most booked hotels in Argostoli

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Hotel Anastazia
3 stars
Excellent (9.6, Excellent reviews)
£71+
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White Rocks Hotel Kefalonia
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
£222+
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Thalassa Boutique Hotel - Adults Only
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
£149+
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Kefalonia Bay Palace
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£84+
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Aenos Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£111+
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Alley Boutique Hotel and Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£80+
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Hiring a car in Argostoli

Hiring a car in Argostoli costs £28 per day, on average, or £165 if you want to hire it for 6 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 27% more expensive than at Argostoli Cephalonia.

Expect to pay £1.86 per litre in Argostoli (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £22.21 and £29.61. The most frequently booked car type in Argostoli is Economy (Fiat Panda or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Renault Twingo or similar) is, on average, 85% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Argostoli costs £28 per day, on average, or £165 if you want to hire it for 6 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 27% more expensive than at Argostoli Cephalonia.

Expect to pay £1.86 per litre in Argostoli (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £22.21 and £29.61. The most frequently booked car type in Argostoli is Economy (Fiat Panda or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Renault Twingo or similar) is, on average, 85% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Car hire agencies in Argostoli

Avis

Avis

Thrifty

Thrifty

Europcar

Europcar
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