Zakynthos Airport in short
Zakynthos Airport (ZTH) lies close to Zakynthos Town, roughly 4 to 6 km depending on where you measure. That makes the first leg easy: a bus, a taxi, a pre-booked transfer or a hire car all get you to town quickly. The longer part of the trip comes after, when you head for a harbour and a boat.
Navagio is reached from the sea. Boat trips leave from Porto Vromi, Agios Nikolaos and Zakynthos Town, and the Zakynthos boat tours page explains what they do in the bay. Landing on the beach and swimming there are not allowed.
From the airport to your base
Four ways to cover the first kilometres.
| Option | What to know | Good for |
|---|---|---|
| Public bus | A direct bus runs to Zakynthos Town, with a stop in front of the terminal in the arrivals area. Service is seasonal, so check the current timetable before you go. | Travellers with light luggage heading for the town |
| Taxi | Agree the price with the driver before you set off, because fares depend on the destination. | Late arrivals and groups |
| Pre-booked transfer | Arranged through your accommodation or a transfer company. Ask what the price covers. | Families and anyone reaching a resort outside town |
| Hire car | The airport lists car hire on its website. Price, minimum age, deposit and insurance depend on the rental company. | Visitors who want to drive to harbours and beaches on their own |
For most visitors with a base in or near Zakynthos Town, the bus or a taxi is enough for the first night. If you plan to reach Porto Vromi in the west, a hire car or a pre-booked transfer saves changes along the way.
Our pick: easy from the south
Staying near the airport, this boat trip picks you up at your hotel.
Hand-picked tours, booked through GetYourGuide. Prices are indicative starting prices in euros (as of October 2026). Tap a tour for live availability and the current price in your currency.
Zakynthos boat tours and island trips
Coastal cruises, Blue Caves trips and island tours with live prices and availability. Check what each trip does at Navagio before you book.
From the airport on to the harbours
Plan the trip in two steps: reach your base first, then the boat.
Agios Nikolaos
This is the northern harbour. A 2.5-hour Shipwreck and Blue Caves cruise is listed daily from €25 per person in 2026. The 2.5 hours is the whole trip, not the crossing time.
Porto Vromi
The meeting point is called Anafonitria Porto Vromi. Boat rental for the Shipwreck and local caves is listed from €100 per group without a skipper and from €140 per group with a skipper in 2026. Confirm the exact berth before the trip.
Zakynthos Town
Longer cruises start from the town harbour. A cruise to Navagio is listed at 6 hours, and a trip around the island at 8 hours.
Last stretch by road
Do not plan on a public bus from the airport to a harbour or to the viewpoint. Ask your accommodation or the boat operator how to reach the meeting point.
Getting to Navagio →
Late arrivals and flight times
Do not plan around a fixed night break.
Do not count on a set pause in flights around midnight. Flight times change by season and by airline, so confirm your own flight and the opening hours of the airport services shortly before you travel. If you land late, arrange the transfer with your accommodation in advance, because a bus may not run at that hour.
Airport opening hours can change during the season, so use your airline's information on the day of travel.
Plan the rest of your trip
Arrival is the start of the trip.
Zakynthos Airport: frequently asked questions
How far is Zakynthos Airport from the town?
About 4 to 6 km, depending on where you measure. A taxi, a transfer or a hire car covers the distance quickly.
Is there a bus from Zakynthos Airport to Zakynthos Town?
A direct bus runs between the airport and the town, with a stop in front of the terminal in the arrivals area. Service is seasonal, so check the current timetable before you go and have a taxi as a fallback.
Can I get from the airport to Navagio by public transport?
Do not plan on it. Navagio is reached by boat from a harbour, and the viewpoint above the bay is a separate matter. Reach your base first, then arrange the boat or the road trip.
Should I hire a car at the airport?
A car helps if you want to reach Porto Vromi and other beaches on your own. The airport lists car hire on its website. Check price, minimum age, deposit and insurance with the rental company before you book.
Are there flights at night?
Do not rely on a night break. Flight times change by season, so check your own flight and arrange a late transfer in advance.
Is this the official Zakynthos Airport or Navagio website?
No. This is an independent travel guide. It is not the official site of the airport, Navagio, the Municipality of Zakynthos, the Greek Ministry of Culture or Visit Greece, and it is not connected to any tour operator, boat company or hotel.