Kefalonia car rental guide
Top 10 Car Rental Companies in Kefalonia
The best car rental companies in Kefalonia are Sixt, Europcar, Hertz. Prices start from €25/day for an economy car, the minimum age is 21, and airport pickup adds about 12%.
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Top 10 rental companies in Kefalonia
Ranked by customer rating, price transparency and pickup convenience. Each opens a pre-filled search.
#1
Sixt
Editor’s pickFull-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €300Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€27/day
all-in estimate
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#2
Europcar
Top ratedFull-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €300Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€26/day
all-in estimate
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#3
Hertz
Full-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €300Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€28/day
all-in estimate
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#4
Avis
Full-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €300Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€27/day
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#5
Budget
Full-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €250Min age 21Free cancellationAirport
From€24/day
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#6
Enterprise
Full-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €300Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€29/day
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#7
Alamo
Full-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €300Min age 21Free cancellationAirport
From€25/day
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#8
National
Full-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €300Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€30/day
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#9
Kefalonia Car Rental
Local pickFull-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €200Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€21/day
base rate
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Prices are indicative market estimates · Last checked 2026-07-21 · 2 public sources (DiscoverCars + market data)
Price guide
Prices by car type in Kefalonia
| Car type | From / day | Example | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|
| Economy | €25 | Fiat Panda | 4 |
| Compact | €31 | Opel Corsa | 5 |
| SUV | €47 | Suzuki Jimny | 4 |
| Minivan (7-seat) | €69 | Fiat Doblo | 7 |
| Luxury | €86 | Audi A4 | 5 |
Pickup locations
Where to pick up a car in Kefalonia
Airport — Kefalonia Airport (EFL)
EFL sits about 9km south of Argostoli, a short 15-minute drive, with rental desks in the small arrivals hall.
Downtown — Argostoli town center
Downtown desks in Argostoli suit travelers who want a car to reach Myrtos Beach, Melissani Cave, or Fiskardo beyond the walkable center.
Fees
Fees at a glance
| Fee | Typical amount | When it applies |
|---|---|---|
| Airport surcharge | ~12% of base rate | EFL airport pickup |
| Young-driver fee (21–24) | €10–18/day | Drivers under 25 |
| Additional driver | €5–9/day | Per extra driver |
| High-season peak surcharge | 20–40% above base rate | July–August bookings |
| Refundable deposit | €200–400 | Standard hold at pickup |
| Mountain-road damage waiver | €5–10/day | Recommended for the winding roads to Assos and Fiskardo |
Local intelligence
Things to know before renting in Kefalonia
- Kefalonia Airport (EFL) sits about 9km south of Argostoli, a short 15-minute drive, with rental desks in the arrivals hall.
- The white-sand Myrtos Beach is reached via a steep switchback road with dramatic cliff views, best driven with a compact car or SUV.
- Melissani Cave, a partially collapsed underground lake, is about 25 minutes from Argostoli near the village of Karavomylos.
- The picturesque village of Fiskardo in the north keeps its Venetian-era buildings intact and is about an hour's drive from Argostoli.
- Greece uses EUR as its official currency, so no conversion is needed for travelers from the eurozone.
- Kefalonia is the largest of the Ionian Islands, and a car is essential — public transport between villages is limited.
- The village of Assos, set on a narrow isthmus below a Venetian fortress, is reached by a winding coastal road suited to smaller cars.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about renting a car in Kefalonia
Do you need a car in Kefalonia?
Yes — the island is large and public transport is limited, so a car is essential to reach Myrtos Beach, Melissani Cave, and Fiskardo.
How far is Kefalonia Airport from Argostoli?
About 9km, a short 15-minute drive, with rental desks in the arrivals hall.
Is the road to Myrtos Beach difficult to drive?
It involves steep switchbacks with cliff views; a compact car or SUV handles it comfortably at a moderate pace.
How far is Fiskardo from Argostoli?
About an hour's drive along the island's northern coastal roads.
What currency are prices shown in for Kefalonia?
Prices are shown in EUR, Greece's official currency.
What is the cheapest car type in Kefalonia?
Economy cars like a Fiat Panda start around €25/day. An SUV starts around €47/day.
Can I combine a Kefalonia car rental with a ferry to Ithaca?
Yes, ferries run from Fiskardo and Sami to Ithaca; check if your rental company allows the car on board or if you should park and walk on.
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