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
£34
2 travellers
Flight to Argostoli
3 nights at hotel
Argostoli in November
Estimated flight+hotel price
£34
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 London and takes around 3h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Argostoli is to pick up a car hire from Corfu, which is about 168 km from Argostoli. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and dirent-autorental, among others, in Corfu.

Bus

Argostoli’s bus station is located 0.4 km from the city centre.

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 London and takes around 3h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Argostoli is to pick up a car hire from Corfu, which is about 168 km from Argostoli. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and dirent-autorental, among others, in Corfu.

Bus

Argostoli’s bus station is located 0.4 km from the city centre.

Airports near Argostoli

Airlines serving Argostoli

Lufthansa
Good (7,890 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,848 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,912 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (904 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,556 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,429 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,175 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,316 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,889 reviews)
Transavia France
Good (397 reviews)
Norwegian
Good (245 reviews)
Condor
Good (405 reviews)
Smartwings
Good (35 reviews)
Sky Express
Good (121 reviews)
Aegean Airlines
Excellent (862 reviews)
Wizz Air
Good (418 reviews)
EL AL
Good (618 reviews)
Volotea
Good (569 reviews)
Transavia
Good (146 reviews)
Jet2
Excellent (184 reviews)
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Where to stay in Argostoli

Average rates range from around £77 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £130 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Argostoli

Most booked hotels in Argostoli

White Rocks Hotel Kefalonia
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
£168+
Thalassa Boutique Hotel - Adults Only
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
£147+
Apollonion Asterias Resort and Spa
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
£111+
Kefalonia Grand
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£70+
King A
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£61+
Alley Boutique Hotel and Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£69+

Hiring a car in Argostoli

Hiring a car in Argostoli costs £29 per day, on average, or £172 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, 17% more expensive than at Argostoli Cephalonia.

Expect to pay £1.80 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 £21.52 and £28.69. 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 Mini car hire (Hyundai i10 or similar) is, on average, 70% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Argostoli costs £29 per day, on average, or £172 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, 17% more expensive than at Argostoli Cephalonia.

Expect to pay £1.80 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 £21.52 and £28.69. 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 Mini car hire (Hyundai i10 or similar) is, on average, 70% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.