Travelling from Melbourne to Kefalonia International Airport (EFL): What you need to know
The timezone in Argostoli is UTC+2, which is nine hours behind Melbourne. Kefalonia International Airport is located in Argostoli.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from Melbourne to EFL.
During popular months like December, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
MEL is about 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Melbourne to Kefalonia International Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
When it comes to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport's on-time performance, data shows 68% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
AVV is about 56 kilometres from central Melbourne. It'll take 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Kick back before your Melbourne to EFL flight at a hotel close to Avalon Airport. Corio Bay Motel is one option where you can wake up and arrive at the airport with time to spare.
Flights from Avalon Airport have a strong track record for punctuality, with 80% of them touching down within the expected time frame.
About Kefalonia International Airport (EFL)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Melbourne to Kefalonia International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near EFL:
Explore without limits with a Kefalonia International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from addCar, Wheego or Exer Rent A Car and discover more of Argostoli and beyond.
For the best deal, book your ride around four weeks ahead of your Melbourne to Kefalonia International Airport flight.
Getting from Kefalonia International Airport (EFL) to central Argostoli
Kefalonia International Airport is about 6 kilometres from central Argostoli. How long it takes to get to the centre in a car hire or taxi will depend on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Kefalonia International Airport (EFL)
₹ 60,174 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Kefalonia International Airport. Return flights start at ₹ 104,445. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Melbourne to EFL. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
Cheap Melbourne to Kefalonia International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares throughout the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Kefalonia International Airport (EFL)
Think about the kind of experience you want when planning your trip dates. November is the quietest month to visit Argostoli. August is when most people book flights from Melbourne to Kefalonia International Airport (EFL), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
Book a Melbourne to EFL plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Argostoli to range from 23ºC to 30ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Kefalonia International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC and 15ºC.
More about Argostoli
Once you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Kefalonia International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Argostoli:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Kefalonia Sailing, Limanaki Beach and Kalamia Beach are must-do's during your Argostoli adventure.
Explore more of Greece
Athens is just one of the many cities in Greece waiting to be explored once you've seen Argostoli. Around 290 kilometres away to the east, check out popular attractions including Acropolis of Athens, The Parthenon and Erechtheion.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in Greece, consider Larisa, roughly 241 kilometres northeast of Argostoli. Larissa Ancient Ruins, Municipal Art Gallery of Larissa and The Church Of St. George are among its highlights.
