Flying from Milan to Kefallinia Airport (EFL): What you need to know
When organising your flight from Milan to Kefallinia Airport (EFL), there's a good range of airports you can fly out of. Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) and Milano Linate Airport (LIN) are Milan's main options.
Hop on a direct Milan to Kefallinia Airport flight and you'll be in the air for around 2 hours 15 minutes.
Argostoli is one hour ahead of Milan. Kefallinia Airport is located in Argostoli, which follows the UTC+2 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to catch your flight from Milan to EFL.
If you're heading away during a bank holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Get to your destination in one go from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP). Nonstop flights from Milan to Kefallinia Airport (EFL) can be booked from here.
easyJet is a popular airline that operates direct flights from Milan to Kefallinia Airport taking off from MXP.
Most passengers prefer to book seats with easyJet between MXP and EFL.
The journey from central Milan to MXP takes around 55 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want an easy start to your break? Stay near Milano Malpensa Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Milan to Kefallinia Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Of all flights leaving Milano Malpensa Airport, 68.23% land on time at their destination.
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Consider starting your trip from Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY). You can book a direct Milan to Kefallinia Airport (EFL) plane ticket with departures from this hub.
Ryanair offers direct flights from Milan to EFL departing from BGY. Book your favourite seat and get to your destination in a single stretch.
On the BGY to EFL route, Ryanair is the preferred choice of many.
You can get to BGY from the centre of Milan in about 1 hour by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 2 hours 20 minutes to cover the 64 kilometres or so.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Orio al Serio International Airport the day before your Milan to EFL flight:
67.49% of flights leaving Orio al Serio International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
Choosing a plane ticket from Milan to Kefallinia Airport (EFL) with one or more stops can give you more choice of departure times on top of cheaper fares. When flying from Milano Linate Airport (LIN), here's where you can detour to on the way to EFL:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Naples International Airport (NAP)
From central Milan, LIN is around 11 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 30 minutes to arrive by car and 45 minutes or so if you use public transport.
Make catching an early Milan to Kefallinia Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Book a room at one of these accommodation options near Milano Linate Airport and get to your gate feeling relaxed and unhurried:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights land without delays. At LIN, that rate is 79.56%.
About Kefallinia Airport (EFL)
Book a hotel near EFL if you're catching a late flight from Milan to Kefallinia Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with a Kefallinia Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from addCar, Wheego or Exer Rent A Car and chase adventure across Argostoli and beyond.
Booking your ride around four weeks in advance of your Milan to Kefallinia Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
Getting from Kefallinia Airport (EFL) to central Argostoli
Kefallinia Airport to the centre of Argostoli is around 6 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, plan in advance to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times will vary based on the time of day and traffic conditions.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan to Kefallinia Airport (EFL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Milan to Kefallinia Airport is 30 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 63 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Book one month before flying. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Milan to EFL.
June is when you're most likely to find a bargain on a Milan to Kefallinia Airport ticket. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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The best time to fly from Milan to Kefallinia Airport (EFL)
August is the most popular month for flights from Milan to Kefallinia Airport (EFL). Visit Argostoli in February if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
Book a Milan to EFL plane ticket departing in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Argostoli to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Milan to Kefallinia Airport in January when temperatures are between 9ºC (48ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF).
More about Argostoli
Once you've booked your flight from Milan to Kefallinia Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Argostoli:
There are plenty of exciting things to do in Argostoli when you're ready to go sightseeing. Start exploring at Kefalonia Sailing followed by Makris Gialos Beach and Kefalonia Boat Hire.
Explore more of Greece
Argostoli has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Greece waiting to be discovered. About 290 kilometres east of Argostoli, a trip to Athens will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Acropolis of Athens, The Parthenon and Erechtheion.
Larisa is another essential stop in Greece and is around 241 kilometres north-east of Argostoli. No trip is complete without experiencing Ancient Theatre A, War Memorial and Larissa Ancient Ruins.
