Flying from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Zante (Zakynthos) Airport (ZTH): what you need to know
Around 4 hours 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Edinburgh Airport to Zante (Zakynthos) Airport.
Zante (Zakynthos) is two hours ahead of Edinburgh and follows the UTC+2 timezone.
Leave enough time to catch your EDI to ZTH flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Jet2 has direct flights from Edinburgh Airport to Zante (Zakynthos) Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Zante (Zakynthos) — and maybe even more of Greece if your schedule allows.
Jet2 has the highest passenger demand on this route.
Jet2 is the most punctual carrier operating EDI to ZTH flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Zante (Zakynthos) Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between EDI and ZTH:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Athens International Airport
Brussels International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Zante (Zakynthos) Airport (ZTH)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Zante (Zakynthos) Airport flight is 47 €. A return plane ticket is currently 134 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from EDI to ZTH. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Zante (Zakynthos) Airport. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
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Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
73% of flights that depart Edinburgh Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Central Edinburgh to Edinburgh Airport is approximately 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
The journey when using public transport takes about 35 minutes.
Have an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Zante (Zakynthos) Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near EDI:
Arriving at Zante (Zakynthos) Airport (ZTH)
If you're coming in on a late Edinburgh Airport to Zante (Zakynthos) Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these options near ZTH:
Grab a Zante (Zakynthos) Airport rental car and explore Zante (Zakynthos) and beyond with your own set of wheels. Abbycar, OK Mobility and Carwiz are well-known companies to choose from here.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Zante (Zakynthos) Airport about one week in advance.
Getting from Zante (Zakynthos) Airport (ZTH) to central Zante (Zakynthos)
Zante (Zakynthos) Airport to central Zante (Zakynthos) has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 5 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 20 minutes.
When to fly to Zante (Zakynthos) Airport (ZTH)
The quietest month for a flight from Edinburgh Airport to Zante (Zakynthos) Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Zante (Zakynthos) based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Zante (Zakynthos) is August, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your flights from Edinburgh Airport to Zante (Zakynthos) Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from EDI to ZTH in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF) on average.
Explore more of Greece
Zante (Zakynthos) has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Greece you'll want to see. Around 257 kilometres east of Zante (Zakynthos), a trip to Athens will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Acropolis of Athens, The Parthenon and Erechtheion.
Thessaloniki is another essential stop in Greece and is around 370 kilometres north-east of Zante (Zakynthos). No trip is complete without seeing Church of Agia Sofia, Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki and Alexander the Great Statue.