How to travel from Mykonos to Zakynthos, Greece
The distance between Mykonos and Zakynthos is around 410km (255 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 1h 55m.
6 routes found
We've found 6 different ways to get from Mykonos to Zakynthos by plane, ferry and bus. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Zakynthos → Mykonos if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Mykonos (JMK) to Zakinthos (ZTH).
- Duration1h 55m
- Flight time1h 40m
- Typical cost€165($165)
Aegean Airlines
+ 5 others1 similiar route
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Ferry
Take a ferry to Piraeus and then to Zakynthos.
- Duration8h 55m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost€110($110)
Multiple ferry operators
3 similiar routes
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Mykonos and Zakynthos
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Mykonos to Zakynthos by plane, ferry and bus. The cheapest option is to take a ferry which costs around €34 ($34) and will take around 15h 10m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 1h 55m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €165 ($165).
The distance between Mykonos and Zakynthos is around 410km (255 miles).
It takes around 1h 55m to get from Mykonos and Zakynthos by plane.
The quickest way to get from Mykonos to Zakynthos is to fly which takes around 1h 55m and will set you back approx €165 ($165).
The cheapest way to travel between Mykonos and Zakynthos is to take a ferry which will typically cost around €34 ($34) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Mykonos and Zakynthos. We recommend that you fly from Mykonos (JMK) to Zakinthos (ZTH). instead which will take 1h 55m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Mykonos and Zakynthos. We recommend that you fly from Mykonos (JMK) to Zakinthos (ZTH). instead which will take 1h 55m.
Ferry/Boat travel
Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Mykonos and Zakynthos. The ferry typically takes around 8h 55m and departs once daily.
Seajets, KTEL Zakythos, Blue Star Ferries, Hellenic Seaways and Golden Star Ferries run the ferry services between Mykonos and Zakynthos. Ferries run once daily and take around 8h 55m on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Mykonos and Zakynthos. Flights depart from Mykonos (JMK) and arrive at Zakinthos (ZTH) - via Athens (ATH). The flight takes around 1h 40m.
There is no direct flight from Mykonos to Zakynthos. There is however a flight that goes via Athens (ATH). This services will take at least 1h 55m (not including layover time).
The flight from Mykonos to Zakynthos typically takes around 1h 40m. Flights depart from Mykonos (JMK) and and arrive into Zakinthos (ZTH).
The closest major airport to Zakynthos is Zakynthos International Airport (ZTH) (ZTH) which is approximately 9km (6 miles) from Zakynthos. Kefalonia International Airport (EFL) (EFL) and Araxos Airport (GPA) (GPA) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Mykonos to Zakynthos. We recommend that you fly from Mykonos (JMK) to Zakinthos (ZTH). instead which will take 1h 55m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Mykonos to Zakynthos is to fly which takes, on average, 1h 55m and will usually cost around €165 ($165).
Compare travel optionsbetween Mykonos and Zakynthos
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 1 similar | 1h 55m | €165($165) | every 4 hours | 410km (255 miles) |
| Ferry and Plane | 2h 60m | €275($275) | once daily | 482km (300 miles) |
Ferry + 3 similar | 8h 55m | €110($110) | once daily | 525km (326 miles) |
| Ferry via Piraeus | 11h 50m | €87($87) | twice daily | 509km (316 miles) |
| Ferry via Piraeus | 15h 10m | €34($34) | once daily | 808km (502 miles) |
| Ferry and Bus | 8h 25m | €110($110) | once daily | 526km (327 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Mykonos and Zakynthos
Airlines
Aegean Airlines
Sky Express
Ferry operators
Hellenic Seaways
KTEL Zakythos
Bus companies
KTEL Achaias
Airports near Zakynthos
The following major airports near Zakynthos offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Greece and internationally.
Zakynthos International Airport (ZTH)
- Distance
- 9km (6 miles) from Zakynthos
Kefalonia International Airport (EFL)
- Distance
- 44km (28 miles) from Zakynthos
Araxos Airport (GPA)
- Distance
- 69km (43 miles) from Zakynthos