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 January
Estimated hotel price
£36
1 night at 3-star hotel
Argostoli in January
Estimated hotel price
£36
1 night at 3-star 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 10h 25m.

Car

Another option to get to Argostoli is to pick up a car hire from Corfu, which is about 105 miles from Argostoli. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and a2s Car Rental, among others, in Corfu.

Bus

Argostoli’s bus station is located 0.3 miles from the city centre.

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 10h 25m.

Car

Another option to get to Argostoli is to pick up a car hire from Corfu, which is about 105 miles from Argostoli. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and a2s Car Rental, among others, in Corfu.

Bus

Argostoli’s bus station is located 0.3 miles from the city centre.

Airports near Argostoli

EFLArgostoli Cephalonia

Airlines serving Argostoli

Lufthansa
Good (7,613 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,562 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,430 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (875 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,329 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,212 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,097 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,848 reviews)
Transavia France
Good (377 reviews)
Condor
Good (389 reviews)
Norwegian
Good (240 reviews)
EL AL
Good (581 reviews)
Aegean Airlines
Excellent (829 reviews)
Sky Express
Good (121 reviews)
Transavia
Good (139 reviews)
Volotea
Good (571 reviews)
Jet2
Excellent (178 reviews)
Animawings
Excellent (1 reviews)
TUI Nederland
Excellent (1 reviews)
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Where to stay in Argostoli

Average rates range from around £106 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £155 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 (9.5, Excellent reviews)
£65+
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White Rocks Hotel Kefalonia
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
£134+
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Apollonion Asterias Resort and Spa
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
£112+
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Mouikis Hotel Kefalonia
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£48+
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Kefalonia Grand
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£79+
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Aenos Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£118+
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Hiring a car in Argostoli

Hiring a car in Argostoli costs £33 per day, on average, or £199 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 3% cheaper than airport locations in Argostoli.

Expect to pay £1.53 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 £18.35 and £24.47. The most frequently booked car type in Argostoli is Economy (Seat Ibiza or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Toyota Aygo or similar) is, on average, 72% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Argostoli costs £33 per day, on average, or £199 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 3% cheaper than airport locations in Argostoli.

Expect to pay £1.53 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 £18.35 and £24.47. The most frequently booked car type in Argostoli is Economy (Seat Ibiza or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Toyota Aygo or similar) is, on average, 72% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Best car hire deals in Argostoli

Mini

2 adults, 2 Bags

£8/day

Mini

Mini

2 adults, 2 Bags

£9/day

Mini
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