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Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Zakynthos to Athens among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the flight, with an average ticket price of £112 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 £112, while a flight costs an average of £112.
Distance: 249 km
Most popular Flight | Driving |
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£112 Average Price Cheapest | £21 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 16m Average total duration Fastest 1h 16m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare the available ways to get from Zakynthos to Athens, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
You'll arrive about 3h 36m sooner (1h 16m by flight vs 4h 52m by car). Tickets start at around £112 compared to roughly £21 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.
How to get to Athens from Zakynthos by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Zakynthos to Athens is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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