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How to get from Zakynthos to Corfu

Compare all transport options: bus, ferry, train, flight. Prices, durations and practical tips.

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2h 20min
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83€
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Distance
222 km
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Checked offer from Zakynthos to Corfu: Flight, about 2h 20min, from €83.

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Flight
2h 20min
83 – 84 €
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🚌 Departure from Zakynthos
📍Zakynthos International Airport "Dionysios Solomos" (ZTH) is the departure point, a short distance from Zakynthos Town. It is a small airport, so check-in and security are usually straightforward, but arrive in good time in high season.
🚇From Zakynthos Town, a taxi is the simplest way to reach the airport, especially with luggage. Local buses may serve the area in season, but services vary, so check with your accommodation or the local bus operator beforehand.
⏰Departure frequency varies with the season and flights may not operate every day. Check the operating days and times on the booking page for your dates, as they can change between summer and winter.
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Practical tips

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Book early for summer

In July and August, seats between the Ionian islands sell out well ahead, as ferries do elsewhere in Greece. Once your dates are fixed, book straight away rather than waiting for a better moment, and keep your confirmation handy on your phone.

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Know your departure point

This route is confirmed by air, so you leave from the airport, not a port. Athens has several ports (Piraeus, Rafina, Lavrio), a common mistake on ferry itineraries, so always check the departure point printed on any ticket.

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Check the operating days

Island links are often seasonal and may not run every day. Before booking accommodation on either island, confirm which days the service operates, so you are not left waiting for the next departure at the end of your stay.

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Read the itinerary details

Not every flight is a simple hop. Look at whether your itinerary includes a connection and how much time you have between legs. A tight change is the easiest way to miss your onward plans, so favour a comfortable margin.

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Mind your baggage allowance

Regional flights can have strict limits on cabin and hold luggage. If you travel with a backpack or a large suitcase, check the allowance before paying, since adding bags at the airport usually costs more than doing it online.

The journey experience

Zakynthos and Corfu both lie in the Ionian Sea, and on a map they look close. In practice, island hopping here is rarely that simple. Greek ferry timetables shift with the season, and many island links run only on certain days. For this route, the option confirmed on this page is the plane, and the comparison table lets you check time and price at a glance.

Flying is the practical choice if you want certainty. You leave from Zakynthos airport and arrive at Corfu airport, so there is no port to find and no wind-related sea cancellation to worry about. The journey time shown reflects the itinerary offered, which can include a connection, so read the flight details before you pay. Low-cost carriers often have strict cabin baggage rules, so check your allowance too.

Our advice is to choose your dates first, then check which days flights operate, because some services are seasonal. In high season, book early: seats fill up quickly and a sold-out flight can leave you stuck on a small island. Allow a comfortable buffer before any onward flight home. Everything can be booked online with a clear confirmation, so you can lock in your plan and stop worrying about timetables.

Frequently asked questions — Zakynthos → Corfu

Why visit Corfu?

  • ✓ Wander the UNESCO-listed Old Town of Corfu, with its Venetian lanes, the Liston arcade and the Spianada square
  • ✓ Climb the Old Fortress and the New Fortress for panoramic views over the town and the Albanian coast
  • ✓ Visit the Achilleion Palace, Empress Sisi's neoclassical retreat overlooking the Ionian Sea
  • ✓ Watch the sunset from the cliffs of Paleokastritsa and take a boat trip to its sea caves and coves
  • ✓ Swim at Canal d'Amour in Sidari and explore the village of Old Perithia beneath Mount Pantokrator
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Recommended stay
3 to 7 nights — enough to see the old town, north coast and beaches without rushing

When to visit Corfu?

MEDITERRANEAN CLIMATE

May to early October — warm, sunny and dry, with sea warm enough for swimming from June

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What to do in Corfu?

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Corfu Old Town Wandering
The UNESCO-listed old town mixes Venetian, French and British architecture. Wander the Liston arcade, the kantounia alleys and Spianada Square. Go early morning or after 8pm to avoid cruise-ship crowds, and grab a coffee at the Liston for around 4€.
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Old Fortress Panoramic Views
This Venetian fortress sits on a rocky islet at the edge of the old town. Climb to the lighthouse and the clock tower for sweeping views of the town and the Albanian coast. Entry is about 6€. Visit late afternoon for softer light and fewer visitors.
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Achilleion Palace and Gardens
Built in the 1890s for Empress Elisabeth of Austria (Sisi), this neoclassical palace in Gazturi overlooks the island's east coast. Gardens hold statues of Achilles. Tickets cost around 10€. Arrive at opening, before tour buses, and take the local KTEL bus from Corfu Town for about 2€.
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Sunset at Cape Drastis
In Peroulades, the sandstone cliffs of Cape Drastis drop into turquoise water, with the Canal d'Amour rock formations nearby. Arrive about 90 minutes before sunset to walk the cliff edge and find parking. Rent a car for roughly 35€ a day, as buses are infrequent.
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Corfiot Cuisine in a Taverna
Try pastitsada (veal in spiced tomato sauce with pasta), sofrito and bourdeto, a peppery fish stew, unique to Corfu's Venetian heritage. Choose family-run tavernas in villages like Pelekas rather than the waterfront. A main course runs 10-15€. Wash it down with local kumquat liqueur, about 3€.
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Boat Trip to Paxos Islands
Day cruises reach Paxos and Antipaxos, known for sea caves and clear beaches. Antipaxos's Voutoumi beach is especially striking. Book directly at the port of Corfu Town for roughly 40-60€ rather than through hotels. Go from May to September for calm seas, and bring water shoes.
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Hike to Old Perithia
Corfu's oldest settlement lies abandoned beneath Mount Pantokrator, with Venetian-era stone houses and a few tavernas. Drive up from Nissaki, then continue on foot toward the summit, about 2 hours return. Start early, wear sturdy shoes, and expect lunch at a taverna for around 12€.
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Olive Groves and Village Life
Inland, centuries-old olive trees shade villages like Lakones and Krini. Stop at the Lakones viewpoint, known as the Bella Vista, for a coffee overlooking Paleokastritsa, then buy local olive oil from small producers at about 8-12€ per litre. Visit in the morning for quiet roads.

How long to visit Corfu?

4 to 7 days

Allow 4 to 5 days to cover the essentials: Corfu Old Town (UNESCO), the Achilleion, Paleokastritsa and the north coast around Kassiopi. With 7 days, add Sidari, Mount Pantokrator, the Corfu Trail and a day trip to Paxos or Antipaxos. Rent a car for at least 2 days, as buses are infrequent outside Corfu Town, and book ferries in advance in July and August.

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