Cheap holiday Lefkada
Lefkada is the most accessible Ionian island: connected to mainland Greece by a unique floating bridge, with dramatic white cliffs, turquoise beaches and a relaxed atmosphere. Direct flights from Amsterdam Schiphol, a week from approx. €575 per person.
✈️ Plan your trip to Lefkada →When is the best time to go?
June and September are ideal: 26 to 29 degrees, quiet and affordable. July and August are beautiful but hot (35+ degrees) and busier. May is also pleasant at 23-25 degrees with perfect beaches and fewer crowds. October is quiet and still good for swimming.
The best areas on Lefkada
- Lefkada Town The lively main town with cafes, shops and tavernas. A great base for exploring the whole island.
- Agios Nikitas Charming white village on the west coast with small beaches and excellent tavernas; closest to Porto Katsiki.
- Nidri The busiest tourist hub with a marina and plenty of accommodation; handy as a base for the south.
- Vassiliki Beloved by kite- and windsurfers; quieter atmosphere than Nidri.
- Kathisma Beach area A beautiful, quiet sandy beach on the west coast; perfect for beach lovers with a car.
Top 5 things to do on Lefkada
- Porto Katsiki One of the most beautiful beaches in Europe, with dramatic white cliffs and turquoise water. Free entry, parking €2. Only accessible by car or boat.
- Milos Beach via the secret path Walk behind restaurant Asperous in Agios Nikitas along an unpaved trail to reach a hidden turquoise beach without the crowds. Completely free.
- Kathisma Beach A wide sandy beach on the west coast with crystal-clear water; free and easily reached by car.
- The floating bridge Lefkada is the only Ionian island connected to the Greek mainland by a unique floating bridge; a fascinating sight and free to admire.
- Egremni by boat The famous staircase has not been restored since the 2026 earthquake, but the beach is reachable by water taxi from Vassiliki (approx. €15 return per person).
Flights + transport from the Netherlands
Transavia, TUI and Corendon operate multiple weekly direct flights from Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) to Preveza (PVK) in about 2 hours 55, from approx. €101 return. There are no direct flights from Eindhoven; allow for a connection. Taxi from Preveza to Lefkada town costs €30 to 40. A rental car is practically essential on Lefkada for the best beaches; book via DiscoverCars on Lefkada. The KTEL bus runs between villages for €1.60 to €3.40.
What does a holiday on Lefkada cost?
Studios and apartments €35-70 per night; hotels €65-120. Food is affordable: meal at a local taverna €9-15, grilled fish €14-18. Beaches are free; parking at Porto Katsiki costs €2. Budget approx. €575 per person for a week including flight and studio.
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Frequently asked questions about Lefkada
When is the best time for Lefkada?
June and September are ideal: 26 to 29 degrees, quiet and affordable. July and August are beautiful but hot and busier.
Do I need a car on Lefkada?
Yes, a car is practically essential for the best beaches such as Porto Katsiki and Kathisma. Rent locally; prices start from approx. €30 per day.
How do I get to Lefkada from the Netherlands?
Transavia, TUI and Corendon operate multiple weekly direct flights from Amsterdam Schiphol to Preveza (PVK) in about 2 hours 55. No direct flight from Eindhoven. Taxi to Lefkada town costs €30 to 40.
What does a holiday on Lefkada cost?
From approx. €575 per person for a week including flight; studios €35-70 per night and restaurants €9-15 per meal.
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