Overall5.4/10Harder to reach than about 50% of cities
Good to know
Good to Know
- Summer flight curfew (10 PM-5 AM June-Sept) protects nesting sea turtles; plan departure times accordingly.
- Airport bus service is infrequent and unreliable on weekends; taxi or pre-booked transfer recommended for guaranteed transport.
- Ferry from Kyllini is the main mainland connection; always book return tickets in advance during summer peak season.
- No cabins on Kyllini-Zante ferry (1hr 15min crossing); bring a sweater as air-conditioned lounges can be cool.
- Public buses don't serve many tourist attractions (beaches, viewpoints); rent a car or use taxis for flexibility.
- Taxi ranks at airport and town have set prices; verify the fare before entering if not pre-booked.
- Summer 2025: Navagio (Shipwreck Beach) remains closed to entry; view by boat tour from Laganas or Porto Vromi.
- Bus stop for airport is outside terminal in Arrivals area; look for blue sign.
- For day trips to Kefalonia, book ferry tickets at port office or in advance during July-August.
- Taxis rated 5-10% tip if service is good; tipping is appreciated but not mandatory.
Airport
- Code
- ZTH
- Name
- Zakynthos International Airport (Dionysios Solomos)
- Distance To City
- 4.3 km from Zakynthos Town
- Flight Time UK Europe
- Approximately 3-4 hours from UK; direct flights from London, Manchester, Bristol and other European cities
- Description
- Single terminal serving both domestic and international flights. Approximately 2 million passengers annually.
- Seasonal Note
- During summer (June-September), flight operations pause between 10 PM and 5 AM to protect sea turtle nesting sites.
Airlines
- Ryanair
- Aegean Airlines
- SKY express
- easyJet
- British Airways
- Wizz Air UK
- TUI
- Jet2
Ferry Connections
- Booking Notes
- Book in advance especially June-August. Most ferries have no cabins (day trip only), offering air-conditioned lounges and deck seating.
Primary Route Kyllini
- Operator
- Levante Ferries
- Amenities
- Air-conditioned lounges, snack bars, free Wi-Fi on some vessels, wheelchair accessible
- Frequency
- Up to 6 daily during summer; 5+ sailings per day year-round
- Distance Km
- 15
- Vehicle Car
- €38
- Arrival Port
- Zakynthos Town main port
- Departure Port
- Kyllini (Peloponnese mainland)
- Mainland Access
- Kyllini is 70 km from Patras, 290 km from Athens; accessible by bus or car
- Duration Minutes
- 75
- Passenger Ticket
- €14
- Vehicle Motorbike
- €10
Other Ferry Destinations
- Connections
- Ferries connect to Kefalonia, Ithaca, Lefkada, Meganisi, Corfu, and Paxi
Secondary Route Kefalonia
- Arrival Port
- Agios Nikolaos port (northern Zakynthos)
- Departure Port
- Pessada, Kefalonia (island)
- Duration Minutes
- 60
- Notes
- Hydrofoil service connecting to nearby island of Kefalonia
Day Trips Accessible
Kefalonia Island
- Highlights
- Myrtos Beach, caves, Assos village
- Ferry From Zante
- Hydrofoil from Agios Nikolaos port to Pessada, Kefalonia
- Round Trip Duration Minutes
- 150
- Note
- Day trip possible; overnight stays recommended for full exploration
Mainland Olympia
- Access
- Ferry to Kyllini, then ~40 min drive to Ancient Olympia
- Highlights
- Ancient Olympic Games site, temples, archaeological museum
- Round Trip Duration Hours
- 8
Mountain Villages
- Note
- Volimes, Anafonitria, Exo Hora accessible by bus/car within 1-2 hours
Boat Tours From Island
Blue Caves
- Access
- Boat tours only
- Travel time
- 3 hours
- Departure Points
- Laganas, Zante Town, northern coast
Navagio Beach Shipwreck
- Travel time
- 2.5 hours
- Departure Points
- Laganas, Zante Town, Porto Vromi
- Note
- Currently closed to entry (2023-2025) due to rockslide safety concerns; accessible by boat view only
Marathonisi Turtle Island
- Access
- Half-day boat cruises
- Best Season
- May-August for sea turtle spotting
- Departure Points
- Laganas, Keri, Agios Sostis
Ground Transport Island
Taxi
- Availability
- 24/7 via taxi ranks or phone (0030 2695 048400)
- Sample Routes
- Airport-Zakynthos Town €13-15; Town-Laganas €13; Airport-Tsilivi €25
- Notes
- Metered fares or fixed rates; generally safe and monitored
Car Rental
- Availability
- Multiple companies at airport and town center
- Note
- Essential for remote beaches and mountain villages
Public Bus
- Coverage
- Connects main resort areas: Laganas, Argassi, Tsilivi, Alykanas, Kalamaki, Vassilikos
- Operator
- KTEL Zakynthos
- Frequency
- Every 30 minutes peak season (June-Sept); hourly shoulder seasons
- Cost Range
- €1.80
- Limitations
- Limited evening service; no service after buses stop (nighttime transport by taxi only)
- Terminal Location
- Zakynthos Town near port
- Notes
- Budget-friendly but limited coverage; doesn't reach Navagio viewpoint or remote beaches
Ground Transport From Airport
Bus
- Cost
- €2.20
- Operator
- KTEL Zakynthos
- Frequency
- Sporadic, limited daily routes; limited or no service Saturday-Sunday
- Duration Minutes
- 20
- Notes
- Budget option but long wait times possible (up to 4 hours between departures). Limited luggage practical for heavy bags.
Taxi
- Availability
- 24/7 at airport taxi rank
- Cost To Town
- €15
- Cost To Laganas
- €20
- Cost To Tsilivi
- €25
- Duration Minutes
- 10-15 to town
- Notes
- Fixed rates for journeys; metered taxis available 24 hours. Pre-booking recommended during peak summer (June-September).
Private Transfer
- Cost From
- €23
- Notes
- Pre-booked private transfers with meet-and-greet service, flight monitoring, and guaranteed availability. Higher comfort level.
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