How to get to Zakynthos from Athens

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Compare flight for Athens to Zakynthos

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Athens to Zakynthos among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the flight, with an average ticket price of £104 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 16m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £104, while a flight costs an average of £104.

Distance: 249 km

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£104

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£64

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4h 47m

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Compare ways to travel from Athens to Zakynthos

Compare the available ways to get from Athens to Zakynthos, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Athens to Zakynthos is a flight with an average price of £104.
The fastest way to travel from Athens to Zakynthos is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 16m.
Yes, you can take a flight between Athens and Zakynthos.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 3h 31m sooner (1h 16m by flight vs 4h 47m by car). Tickets start at around £104 compared to roughly £64 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Athens to Zakynthos

How to get to Zakynthos from Athens by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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The best way to travel from Athens to Zakynthos is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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Best day trips from Zakynthos by bus

The most popular day trips by bus from Zakynthos are Kalamaki, Kyllini, Agios Nikolaos and Kefalonia (Island). Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Zakynthos on Omio.

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FAQs: Athens to Zakynthos

Travel to Zakynthos easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Athens to Zakynthos.

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You can travel between Athens and Zakynthos by flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Athens to Zakynthos is a flight with an average price of £104.
The fastest way to travel from Athens to Zakynthos is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 16m.
The Athens to Zakynthos distance is approximately 249 km.
The average frequency per day from Athens to Zakynthos is:
  • Around 3 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Athens and Zakynthos as scheduled services by flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Athens to Zakynthos:
  • Flights mostly depart from Athens International Airport and arrive in Zakynthos International Airport.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Athens to Zakynthos, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Olympic Air, Aegean Airlines to go to Zakynthos by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Athens to Zakynthos:
  • 2 direct flights per day with Olympic Air.
Omio customers who travel from Athens to Zakynthos often also extend their vacation to go to Vienna, Kefalonia (Island), Milan, Rome, Naples. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Zakynthos and these popular destinations at a great price.
To travel from Athens to Zakynthos, you can take a flight.
To fully experience Zakynthos, 3 to 5 days is ideal. This allows time to explore its famous beaches, such as Navagio, visit the Blue Caves, and enjoy the island's vibrant nightlife and local cuisine.

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