Zakynthos International Airport "Dionysios Solomos" (ZTH) to Zakynthos
Taxis and pre-booked transfers are the main way to reach Zakynthos Town (about 10 minutes) and the resorts. There is no regular public bus from the airport.
Most visitors stay in resorts such as Laganas, Kalamaki, Tsilivi or Alykes rather than Zakynthos Town.
Best for most people: Taxi. Distances are short and taxis wait outside Arrivals, so you reach most resorts in 10–30 minutes.
All the options
| How | Time | How often | Price* | Hours | Good to know |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| taxi Taxi rank outside Arrivals | about 10 min to town, 10–15 min to Laganas/Kalamaki, 25–40 min to Tsilivi/Alykes | about €15–20 to town, €15–25 to Laganas, €25–45 further north | 24 h on flight arrivals | Fares are higher at night; queues can be long when several charter flights land together. | |
| private transfer Pre-booked transfer or hotel shuttle | same as taxi | about €25–50 depending on resort | on request | Many package holidays include coach transfers to resorts. | |
| car hire Rental desks in or near the terminal | same as taxi | from about €30–60 per day in summer | per desk hours | Useful for exploring the island; book early in July–August. |
*Approximate 2026 prices and times. Services change: check the operator before you fly, especially for late arrivals.
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Tips
- Book transfers in advance on Saturdays in summer, when many charter flights arrive.
- Carry some cash for taxis.
- KTEL buses run from Zakynthos Town to the resorts, not from the airport.
- Agree the taxi fare before setting off.
Common questions
How much is a taxi from Zakynthos airport?
About €15–20 to Zakynthos Town, €15–25 to Laganas or Kalamaki and about €25–45 to Tsilivi, Alykes or further north. Fares are higher at night. Agree the price before getting in, especially on busy charter days.
Is there a bus from the airport?
There is no regular public bus from the airport. Local KTEL buses leave from Zakynthos Town to the main resorts, so you would first need a taxi to town. For most visitors, a taxi or transfer straight to the hotel is simpler.
How long does it take to reach the resorts?
Laganas and Kalamaki are about 10–15 minutes from the airport, Zakynthos Town about 10 minutes, and Tsilivi or Alykes about 25–40 minutes. Distances are short, but island roads are narrow and slow in places.
Should I rent a car?
A car is helpful for reaching beaches like Navagio viewpoint, Porto Limnionas or the north. Rental desks are at or near the airport. In July and August book early, as cars sell out. Roads are narrow; drive carefully.
Compiled by TonyPlan from airport and transport-operator information and travel knowledge; updated 2026-10-05. Anything we could not confirm is marked as approximate.