Which place is cheaper, Kefalonia or Chania?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Chania or Kefalonia?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Chania or Kefalonia, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Chania or Kefalonia?
Chania
Chania is a city on the northwest coast of the Greek island of Crete. Chania is Crete's most evocative city, with its pretty Venetian quarter, crisscrossed by narrow lanes, culminating at a magnificent harbor. At the harbor entrance is a 16th-century lighthouse with Venetian, Egyptian, and Ottoman influences. On the other side, the Nautical Museum has model ships, naval objects and photographs. The former monastery of St. Francis houses the Archaeological Museum of Chania. Remnants of Venetian and Turkish architecture abound, with old townhouses now transformed into atmospheric restaurants and boutique hotels. Although all this beauty means the old town is packed with tourists in summer, it's still a great place to unwind. The Venetian Harbor is super for a stroll and a coffee or cocktail. Plus it’s got a university and a modern area to the city, which means that it retains its charm in winter. Indie boutiques and an entire lane dedicated to leather products provide good shopping and, with a multitude of creative restaurants, you’ll likely have some of your best meals on Crete here.
Kefalonia
With its dramatic landscapes, picturesque villages, and endless sandy beaches, Kefalonia offers a quintessential Greek island experience away from the crowds. This stunning Ionian gem has something for everyone, from outdoor adventurers to history buffs to beach bums. Kefalonia provides excellent value compared to some of Greece's more popular islands like Santorini or Mykonos. Hotels are not as expensive, and budget-friendly options are common. Eating at casual tavernas or buying fresh produce from local markets can keep food costs very reasonable, too.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Greece, The Best Cruise Tours and Packages in Greece, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Greece, and The Best Vineyard & Wine Tours in Greece.
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Chania Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayChania €116Kefalonia €294
The average daily cost (per person) in Chania is €116, while the average daily cost in Kefalonia is €294. These costs include accommodation (assuming double occupancy, so the traveler is sharing the room), food, transportation, and entertainment. While every person is different, these costs are an average of past travelers in each destination. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Chania and Kefalonia in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personChania €46Kefalonia €120
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomChania €92Kefalonia €240
Compare Hotels in Chania and Kefalonia
Looking for a hotel in Chania or Kefalonia? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options and compare which is best for your budget and travel style.
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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Chania Hotel Prices and Kefalonia Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Chania €15Kefalonia €53
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Chania
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Chania:
- Crete Private Taxi and Transfer from Kalyves to Heraklion: $235
- Transfer from Chania airport to Paleochora up to 3 or vise versa: $219
- Private Transfer - Chania Airport (CHQ) to Heraklion Cruise Port: $179
- Crete Private Taxi and Transfer Georgioupoli to Heraklion: $176
- Crete Private Transfer to or from Ports Airports Hotels Villas: $149
- Private Transfers from Chania Airport to Kissamos one way: $143
- Crete Private Taxi and Transfer from Chania to Sfakia: $143
- Private Transfer from Rethymno to Heraklion airport: $127
- Souda Port-Bay to Chania City Private Tour with Transfer: $119
- Crete: Private Taxi & Transfer from Chania to Rethymno: $108
- Crete: Private Taxi & Transfer from Rethymno to Chania: $108
- Transfer from or to Chania airport to Gerani up to 3 customers : $93
Is it cheaper to fly into Chania or Kefalonia?
Prices for flights to both Kefalonia and Chania change regularly based on dates and travel demand. We suggest you find the best prices for your next trip on Kayak, because you can compare the cost of flights across multiple airlines for your prefered dates.
Food
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Food Meals for one dayChania €56Kefalonia €140
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Chania
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Chania.
- The Delicious Chania Street Food Tour : $96
- Half Day Sunset Tour in Rethymno with Dinner and Wine: $100
- Chania Walking Food Tours Crete with a local!: $101
- Evening Feasts A Journey through Cretan Flavors Food Tour: $108
- Eat & Crete Food Tour [non-touristy] Chania Villages: $197
- Horse Riding, Falasarna Sunset View, Drone video, Tavern Dinner.: $239
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Chania €21Kefalonia €33
Tours and Activities in Chania
Here are a few actual costs in Chania for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Preveli WW2 Evacuation Private History Tour - Battle of Crete: $239
- 4x4 Cretan Experience from Rethymnon: $112
- 6-Hours Safari Tour in Damnoni and Skinaria Beach, from Plakias: $33
- All Inclusive Full-day Private Tour of Crete Villages from Chania: $269
- Balos & Falassarna Beach - Jeep Tour with Loungers and Lunch: $191
- Balos Lagoon and Gramvousa Island Cruise Tour: $62
- Chania City & Lake Kournas Tour: $36
- Chania City Evening Tour From Rethymno: $33
- Chania Private Tour: Monastery, Scenic Gorge & Mountain Views: $263
- Chania Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $9.55
- Chania Villages and Aptera Site Private Guided Tour: $233
- Chania Walking Food And Wine Night Tour: $143
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayChania €18Kefalonia €22
Sample the Local Flavors in Chania
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Chania:
- Crete: Local Wine Tasting & Visit to the Ancient Olive Tree: $142
- Cave and Cretan Brewery tour with lunch: $185
- PRIVATE Walking Tour with Lunch and Wine Tasting by a Sommelier: $191
- Gastronomy tour and wine tasting in traditional villages : $215
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Chania and Kefalonia, we can see that Kefalonia is more expensive. And not only is Chania much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Chania would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Chania and be able to afford a more luxurious travel style by staying in nicer hotels, eating at more expensive restaurants, taking tours, and experiencing more activities. The same level of travel in Kefalonia would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Kefalonia than you might in Chania.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Chania Expensive? and Is Kefalonia Expensive?.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.