Travelling from Chania International Airport (CHQ) to Kefallinia Airport (EFL): what you need to know
Chania and Argostoli follow the same timezone, UTC+2.
Your CHQ to EFL flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
If you want to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Chania International Airport to Kefallinia Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between CHQ and EFL:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague
Vienna International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chania International Airport (CHQ) to Kefallinia Airport (EFL)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Chania International Airport to Kefallinia Airport flight is C$131. A return plane ticket is currently C$265. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from CHQ to EFL. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when looking for your flight from Chania International Airport to Kefallinia Airport.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from CHQ to EFL by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Chania International Airport to Kefallinia Airport.
Handy information about Chania International Airport (CHQ)
Chania International Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 91.98% of flights that depart CHQ land on time.
Central Chania to Chania International Airport is approximately 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Searching for a handy hotel near CHQ? If you've booked an early flight from Chania International Airport to Kefallinia Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Kefallinia Airport (EFL)
If you're getting in on a late Chania International Airport to Kefallinia Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near EFL:
Go where the road takes you with a Kefallinia Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from addCar, Wheego or Exer Rent A Car and venture far and wide through Argostoli and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Kefallinia Airport about four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Kefallinia Airport (EFL) to central Argostoli
From Kefallinia Airport, Argostoli is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Kefallinia Airport (EFL)
The quietest month for a flight from Chania International Airport to Kefallinia Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Argostoli based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When reserving your flight from Chania International Airport to Kefallinia Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Argostoli, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CHQ to EFL in January. Temperatures average between 9ºC (48ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF) then.
Explore more of Greece
Argostoli is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Greece waiting to be explored. Around 290 kilometres east of Argostoli, a trip to Athens will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Museum of the Centre for the Acropolis Studies, Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon.
Thessaloniki is another essential stop in Greece and is around 354 kilometres north-east of Argostoli. No trip is complete without a visit to Arch of Galerius, Aristotelous Square and Museum of Byzantine Culture.