Flying from Istanbul to Kefallinia Airport (EFL): What you need to know
Set your travel plans in motion by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Istanbul to Kefallinia Airport (EFL). Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) are Istanbul's main airports.
Kefallinia Airport is located in Argostoli. The city is in the UTC+2 timezone and is one hour behind Istanbul.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from Istanbul to EFL. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
High season means busier airports, so be there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stay on schedule.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
We make it simple to find cheap flights from Istanbul to EFL that include a stopover. To explore all your options leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between IST and EFL include:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Naples International Airport (NAP)
Travelling from central Istanbul to IST takes around 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Istanbul to Kefallinia Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by staying at one of these hotels near Istanbul Ataturk Airport:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Split up your flight from Istanbul to Kefallinia Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross another place off your list. Some great stopovers between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and EFL are:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
With public transport, you can travel from central Istanbul to SAW in around 1 hour 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 48 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 55 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your Istanbul to EFL flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
76.93% of flights taking off from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About Kefallinia Airport (EFL)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Istanbul to Kefallinia Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near EFL:
Travel at your own pace with a Kefallinia Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from addCar, Wheego or Exer Rent A Car and experience more of Argostoli and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your ride around four weeks in advance of your Istanbul to Kefallinia Airport flight.
Getting from Kefallinia Airport (EFL) to central Argostoli
Kefallinia Airport is roughly 6 kilometres from central Argostoli. The time it takes to get there in a car hire or cab will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
It takes around 50 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Kefallinia Airport (EFL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Kefallinia Airport is R 1,596. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 3,732. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Istanbul to EFL. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Istanbul to Kefallinia Airport tickets across the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
You don't need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal on plane tickets from Istanbul to EFL.
Find an affordable flight from Istanbul to Kefallinia Airport by using the search filters. Choose your ideal departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Istanbul to Kefallinia Airport (EFL)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Istanbul to Kefallinia Airport (EFL). August is the busiest month to travel to Argostoli. If you like your getaways a little more chill, head there in February.
The warmest month in Argostoli is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your Istanbul to EFL plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Istanbul to Kefallinia Airport in January when temperatures are between 9ºC (48ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF).
More about Argostoli
After booking your flight from Istanbul to Kefallinia Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Argostoli:
You'll find loads of terrific things to do in Argostoli when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Make your way to Kefalonia Sailing followed by Makris Gialos Beach and Kefalonia Boat Hire.
Explore more of Greece
You've visited Argostoli, now it's time to explore other corners of Greece. Journey about 290 kilometres east to Athens to tick off its top sights. From Acropolis of Athens to The Parthenon and Erechtheion, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 241 kilometres north-east of Argostoli, Larisa is another essential stop in Greece. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Ancient Theatre A, War Memorial and Larissa Ancient Ruins.
