Kefalonia Airport or Cephalonia International Airport as it is also known, serves the island if Kefalonia in Greece. Most flights are seasonal and the airport gets very busy during the summer. Over 40,000 passengers a year, pass through the airport. If you have car hire in Kefalonia, the capital city of Argostoli is just 9 km away.
Kefalonia Airport has a small terminal building with basic facilities, but everything you could need for a short trip. The airport has 3 check-in desks and 5 gates in total. There is a tourist information desk to advise you on what is best to see in the area and an airport information desk for any questions you may have about your journey. You can buy souvenirs, gifts and last minute items at the gift shop and newsagent or browse for bargains at the duty free store. There are no banking facilities at the airport, but there is a post office and first aid centre, which may come in useful. The airport has a VIP lounge, which can be booked for a charge. If you need a quick snack, there is a cafe and 2 bars with a small selection of hot and cold food.
Kefalonia is a beautiful island in the Ionian Sea and most famous for the filming of Captain Corelli’s Mandolin. With lush forests and breathtaking mountains set against pure blue sea, it is a popular choice for holidaymakers who want to get away from it all. The capital city of Argostoli has lots of shops and an Archaeological Museum to explore and is an ideal place to start on the island. Don’t forget to enjoy an al fresco lunch in Vallianos Square. Out and about with car hire in Kefalonia, there is so much to discover and a car is essential to see the best of the island. Fiskardo is a popular resort and is upmarket with lots of yachts on the waterfront. Head for the beautiful beaches at Myrtos and Sami or find the Venetian castle of St George at Assos. Drive out into the mountain village of Lixouri or the picturesque village and marina at Poros. In the valley, you will find the village of Omali with the St Gerasinos monastery. A visit to the Mellisani and Drogarati Caves is a must see for the contrasting colours and stalagmites and stalactites.
