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

The cheapest way to get from Zakynthos to Istanbul is to bus which costs 3.000 ₺ - 4.600 ₺ and takes 23h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Zakynthos to Istanbul is to fly which takes 6h 51m and costs 5.500 ₺ - 16.000 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Zakynthos and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct bus from Zakynthos to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from Zakynthos and arriving at Istanbul via Kyllíni and Blagoevgrad. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 23h 43m.

How far is it from Zakynthos to Istanbul?

The distance between Zakynthos and Istanbul is 824 km.

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

The best way to get from Zakynthos to Istanbul without a car is to bus and ferry and bus which takes 16h 53m and costs 5.000 ₺ - 7.500 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 6h 51m to get from Zakynthos to Istanbul, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zakynthos to Istanbul bus from?

Zakynthos to Istanbul bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, depart from Kyllíni station.

Bus or fly from Zakynthos to Istanbul?

The best way to get from Zakynthos to Istanbul is to fly which takes 6h 51m and costs 5.500 ₺ - 16.000 ₺. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 3.000 ₺ - 4.600 ₺ and takes 23h 43m.

Where does the Zakynthos to Istanbul bus arrive?

Zakynthos to Istanbul bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, arrive at Blagoevgrad station.

What is the time difference between Zakynthos and Istanbul?

Istanbul is 1h ahead of Zakynthos. It is currently 12:57 PM in Zakynthos and 1:57 PM in Istanbul.

Where can I stay near Istanbul?

There are 4393+ hotels available in Istanbul.

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

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

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

Fly Zakynthos International Airport to Istanbul
best
1. Fly from Zakynthos International Airport (ZTH) to Istanbul (IST)plane ZTH - IST
6h 51m
₺5,545–15,064
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kyllíni to Blagoevgradbus Union Ivkoni - Unibus 3695
2. Take the bus from Blagoevgrad to Istanbulbus
23h 43m
₺3,036–4,597
Bus and ferry, bus
1. Take the busferry from Zakynthos to Lamiabusferry
2. Take the bus from Lamia to Istanbulbus
16h 53m
₺5,159–7,274
Car ferry, drive
1. Take the car ferry from Zakynthos Agios Nikolaos to Pesádacarferry
2. Take the car ferry from Poros to Killinicarferry
3. Drive from Killini to Istanbulcar
16h 40m
₺11,570–17,100
Bus and ferry to Athens International Airport, fly to Istanbul
1. Take the busferry from Zakynthos to Athens, Leoforou Kifisou - KTELbusferry
2. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Istanbul (IST)plane ATH - IST
10h 25m
₺3,601–10,497
Bus and ferry to Athens International Airport, fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
1. Take the busferry from Zakynthos to Athens, Leoforou Kifisou - KTELbusferry
2. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)plane ATH - SAW
10h 33m
₺6,514–14,018
Bus and ferry to Kefalonia Airport, fly to Istanbul
1. Take the busferry from Kyllíni to Argostolibusferry
2. Fly from Kefalonia Airport (EFL) to Istanbul (IST)plane EFL - IST
12h 14m
₺5,236–13,767
Bus and ferry, train, bus
1. Take the busferry from Zakynthos to Lamiabusferry
2. Take the train from Lianokladi to Thessalonikitrain Ic
3. Take the bus from Thessaloniki Monastiriou Bus Stop to Istanbul Esenler Otogaribus
17h 22m
₺3,949–5,584

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

6Weekly Planes

5h 25mAverage Duration

₺3,197Cheapest Price

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Distance: 824.3 km
Duration: 6h 51m

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

Olympic Air, Turkish Airlines, and three other airlines fly from Zakynthos International Airport (ZTH) to Istanbul (IST) 6 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Zakynthos to Istanbul via Kyllíni, Kyllíni, and Blagoevgrad in around 23h 43m.

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