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 4 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Argostoli from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 3h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Argostoli is to pick up a car hire from Athens, which is about 176 miles from Argostoli. You’ll find branches of Europcar and Record go, among others, in Athens.

Plane

When flying to Argostoli, you’ll arrive at Argostoli Cephalonia (EFL), which is located 4 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Argostoli from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 3h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Argostoli is to pick up a car hire from Athens, which is about 176 miles from Argostoli. You’ll find branches of Europcar and Record go, among others, in Athens.

Airports near Argostoli

EFLArgostoli Cephalonia

Airlines serving Argostoli

Lufthansa
Good (8,157 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,132 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,020 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (949 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,636 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,486 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,443 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,299 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,918 reviews)
Transavia France
Good (427 reviews)
Condor
Good (531 reviews)
Norwegian
Good (255 reviews)
Aegean Airlines
Excellent (902 reviews)
Sky Express
Good (132 reviews)
Wizz Air
Good (450 reviews)
Smartwings
Good (39 reviews)
EL AL
Good (635 reviews)
Volotea
Good (571 reviews)
Transavia
Good (148 reviews)
Jet2
Excellent (193 reviews)
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Where to stay in Argostoli

Average rates range from around £97 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £116 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)
£76+
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White Rocks Hotel Kefalonia
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
£221+
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Thalassa Boutique Hotel - Adults Only
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
£158+
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Kefalonia Bay Palace
4 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£80+
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Mouikis Hotel Kefalonia
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£78+
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The Alley Boutique Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£109+
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Hiring a car in Argostoli

Hiring a car in Argostoli costs £26 per day, on average, or £157 if you want to hire it for 6 days.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 25% cheaper than airport locations in Argostoli.

Expect to pay £1.70 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 £20.36 and £27.14. The most frequently booked car type in Argostoli is Compact (Jeep Renegade or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Skoda Citigo or similar) is, on average, 59% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Argostoli costs £26 per day, on average, or £157 if you want to hire it for 6 days.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 25% cheaper than airport locations in Argostoli.

Expect to pay £1.70 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 £20.36 and £27.14. The most frequently booked car type in Argostoli is Compact (Jeep Renegade or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Skoda Citigo or similar) is, on average, 59% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Best car hire deals in Argostoli

Intermediate SUV

5 adults, 3 Bags

£24/day

Intermediate SUV
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