Checked offer from Zakynthos to Athens: Flight, about 1h, from €44.
One option to get from Zakynthos to Athens
Select an option below to see the route details and compare prices. Secure booking via our partner 12go.asia.
Activate an eSIM before you go: internet the moment you land, no SIM to swap, zero roaming fees.
Practical tips
Seats on island routes sell out in July and August, much like summer ferries do. Book your flight as soon as your dates are fixed, especially if you are linking to an international departure or a tight onward connection.
By air you land at Athens International Airport, so the Piraeus, Rafina or Lavrio question simply does not arise. Only check the port if you plan to continue to the Cyclades or Dodecanese by ferry afterwards.
Cheaper fares often include only a small cabin bag. If you travel with a backpack or a large suitcase, compare fares with checked luggage included before booking so there are no surprises at the airport.
If you are connecting to a long-haul flight or an onward ferry from Athens, leave generous time between arrival and departure. Delays can happen, and a buffer keeps a late flight from costing you the next leg.
Use the booking button on this page to compare options and get instant confirmation. Keep your e-ticket on your phone and arrive at the small island airport in good time, particularly in peak season when queues build up.
The journey experience
Getting from Zakynthos (Zante) to Athens is simpler than most Greek island journeys: you do not need to wrestle with changing ferry timetables, wonder which Athens port to use or worry about a crossing being cancelled by wind. For this route, the flight is the option to look at first, and it is the one the comparison table on this page is built around.
The flight is a short hop on a domestic service that links the island's airport with Athens International Airport. It is comfortable and predictable, and it lets you skip the long overland and sea legs that would otherwise eat into your holiday. Carry-on luggage is easy to manage, check-in is quick on a small island airport, and you arrive in the capital ready to continue to the Acropolis, the Cyclades or your onward international flight. Services are generally operated by established Greek carriers.
Our advice: if you are travelling in July or August, or you have a tight connection, book your seat early, because summer seats on island routes fill up. Check the baggage allowance of your fare, and keep a buffer of time if you are linking to a long-haul flight. Compare the price and duration shown in the table, then book online for instant confirmation. You will not have to guess which port to go to: you fly straight into Athens.
Frequently asked questions — Zakynthos → Athens
Flights from Zakynthos to Athens start from €44, and typical fares go up to around €53. Prices vary with the season, how early you book and the baggage you include, so July and August fares can be higher. Booking early is the best way to get the lowest price.
The flight takes about 1 hour. That is the time in the air; allow extra for getting to the airport, checking in and security at Zakynthos, and for collecting your bags and reaching the city once you land in Athens.
For this route, the flight is the option listed and the one to choose. It is quick, with fares starting from €44, and it spares you the hassle of changing timetables and port choices. Compare the options in the table on this page and book online for instant confirmation.
Flights from Zakynthos land at Athens International Airport, the main airport serving the capital. From there you can continue into the city centre or on to your next destination. You do not need to choose between Piraeus, Rafina or Lavrio ports unless you then take a ferry.
The flight listed for this route takes about 1 hour and runs between Zakynthos and Athens, so you do not plan a change on another island. Check the details of your chosen fare when booking to confirm the exact itinerary and baggage rules.
Why visit Athens?
- ✓ Explore the Acropolis and the Parthenon at opening time to beat the crowds and the midday heat
- ✓ Wander the Acropolis Museum, with its glass floors over active excavations and the Parthenon Gallery
- ✓ Get lost in the Plaka and Anafiotika alleys, a whitewashed island-style village below the Acropolis
- ✓ Taste souvlaki, loukoumades and fresh produce at the Varvakios Central Market and in Psyrri tavernas
- ✓ Watch the sunset from Lycabettus Hill or take a half-day trip to the Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion
When to visit Athens?
MEDITERRANEAN CLIMATE
April to June and September to October — warm, sunny days, fewer crowds and no extreme summer heat
What to do in Athens?
Local experiences, must-see sights and activities selected for you
How long to visit Athens?
Allow 3 days to cover Athens properly: day one for the Acropolis, the Acropolis Museum and Plaka; day two for the Ancient Agora, Monastiraki, Thissio and the National Archaeological Museum; day three for a day trip to Cape Sounion or the Saronic islands. With only 2 days, skip the day trip and start at the Acropolis at opening time to beat the heat and the crowds. With 4 or 5 days, add Delphi or Nafplio.
Related searches