Travelling from Kefallinia Airport (EFL) to Istanbul: what you need to know
Kefallinia Airport is located in Argostoli. Following the UTC+3 timezone, Istanbul is one hour ahead of Argostoli.
For a relaxed start to your EFL to Istanbul flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
If you're flying during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight ticket from EFL to Istanbul. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these airports:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
EFL is about 6 kilometres from central Argostoli. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near EFL. Whether you're taking an early flight from Kefallinia Airport to Istanbul or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
How to find the cheapest flights from Kefallinia Airport (EFL) to Istanbul
ج.م. 5,998 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Kefallinia Airport to Istanbul flight. A return ticket right now is ج.م. 11,447. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from EFL to Istanbul. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Kefallinia Airport to Istanbul across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's an updated deal for cheap flights from EFL to Istanbul.
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Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to the centre of Istanbul takes about 50 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 48 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes around 1 hour 45 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Kefallinia Airport to Istanbul, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near IST:
Travel at your own pace with an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and see more of Istanbul and beyond.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Istanbul Ataturk Airport around two weeks in advance of your flight from EFL to Istanbul.
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Central Istanbul is located around 48 kilometres from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). Once your flight from Kefallinia Airport to Istanbul has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 55 minutes.
The trip will take about 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel close to SAW. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your EFL to Istanbul flight:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Essence, Eren Rent a Car or 724 Rent and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Securing your ride from SAW four weeks in advance often means more savings and a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Istanbul
Visit Istanbul during peak season if you want a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices may be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Kefallinia Airport to Istanbul in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Book a Kefallinia Airport to Istanbul flight ticket with a departure in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 20ºC to 30ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from EFL to Istanbul in January when temperatures average between 2ºC and 11ºC.
More about Istanbul
Start your Istanbul trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Kefallinia Airport to Istanbul, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. The Basilica Cistern, Topkapi Palace and Galata Tower are highlights which should feature on any good Istanbul itinerary.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Ankara is just one of the many places in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Istanbul. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, check out popular attractions including Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
If you want to check out another major destination in Türkiye (Turkey), head for Izmir, roughly 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Alsancak are the start of reasons to visit.
