What is the cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Zakynthos?

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Zakynthos is to bus and bus and ferry via Thessaloníki which costs €75 - €110 and takes 21h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Istanbul to Zakynthos?

The fastest way to get from Istanbul to Zakynthos is to fly which takes 7h 56m and costs €45 - €290.

Is there a direct bus between Istanbul and Zakynthos?

No, there is no direct bus from Istanbul to Zakynthos. However, there are services departing from Istanbul Esenler Otogari and arriving at Zakynthos via Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h.

How far is it from Istanbul to Zakynthos?

The distance between Istanbul and Zakynthos is 827 km.

How do I travel from Istanbul to Zakynthos without a car?

The best way to get from Istanbul to Zakynthos without a car is to bus and train and bus and ferry which takes 18h 23m and costs €55 - €100.

How long does it take to get from Istanbul to Zakynthos?

It takes approximately 8h 5m to get from Istanbul to Zakynthos, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Istanbul to Zakynthos bus from?

Istanbul to Zakynthos bus services, operated by Arda-Tur, depart from Istanbul Esenler Otogari station.

Where does the Istanbul to Zakynthos bus arrive?

Istanbul to Zakynthos bus services, operated by Arda-Tur, arrive at Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Istanbul and Zakynthos?

Zakynthos is 1h behind Istanbul. It is currently 2:28 AM in Istanbul and 1:28 AM in Zakynthos.

Where can I stay near Zakynthos?

There are 2267+ hotels available in Zakynthos.

Istanbul to Zakynthos - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Istanbul to Zakynthos by bus, plane, train, busferry, car, or car ferry

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus to Istanbul, fly
best
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Otogari to Istanbul Airport Bus
2. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Zakynthos International Airport (ZTH)IST - ZTH
8h 5m
€134–236
Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Zakynthos International Airport (ZTH)SAW - ZTH
7h 56m
€46–282
Bus, train, bus and ferry
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Esenler Otogari to Thessaloniki station
2. Take the train from Thessaloniki to LianokladiIc
3. Take the busferry from Lamia to Zakynthos
18h 23m
€55–100
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Istanbul to Killini
2. Take the car ferry from Killini to Poros
3. Take the car ferry from Pesáda to Zakynthos Agios Nikolaos
16h 27m
€228–329
Bus to Alexandroupoli Airport Dimokritos, fly
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Esenler Otogari to Alexandroupoli Evros Bus Station
2. Fly from Alexandroupoli Airport Dimokritos (AXD) to Zakynthos International Airport (ZTH)AXD - ZTH
10h 57m
€120–322
Bus, bus and ferry
1. Take the bus from Istanbul to Lamia
2. Take the busferry from Lamia to Zakynthos
18h 24m
€99–136
Bus, bus and ferry via Thessaloníki
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Esenler Otogari to Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus StationArda-Tur
2. Take the busferry from Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station to Zakynthos
19h
€53–105
Bus, bus and ferry via Thessaloníki #2
1. Take the bus from Istanbul to Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station to Patras
3. Take the busferry from Patras to Zakynthos
21h 30m
€78–104

Istanbul (IST) to Zakynthos International Airport (ZTH) flights

15Weekly Planes

5h 26mAverage Duration

€64Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Istanbul to Zakynthos.

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Distance: 827.3 km
Duration: 8h 5m

What companies run services between Istanbul, Turkey and Zakynthos, Greece?

Pegasus Airlines, ITA Airways, and six other airlines fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Zakynthos International Airport (ZTH) twice daily.

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