Travelling from Belfast to Zakinthos Airport (ZTH): what you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your trip from in Belfast. Check out your options departing from Belfast International Airport (BFS) or George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) when reserving your flight from Belfast to Zakinthos Airport (ZTH).
Hop on a direct flight from Belfast to Zakinthos Airport and you'll be in the air for around 4 hours 13 minutes.
Zante (Zakynthos) is 2 hours ahead of Belfast. Zakinthos Airport is located in Zante (Zakynthos), which operates on the UTC+2 timezone.
Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Zakinthos Airport (ZTH) is the most popular route. There are 1 direct weekly flights to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, hop on the last flight with Jet2 at 15:05. Opt for the first BFS to ZTH departure with Jet2 at 14:00 if you want to get going earlier.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Show up at the airport on time to catch your flight from Belfast to ZTH.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Belfast International Airport (BFS) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Belfast to Zakinthos Airport (ZTH) operate out of this terminal.
Jet2 is a popular airline that operates direct flights from Belfast to Zakinthos Airport taking off from BFS.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and perhaps even tour another city. When searching for flights from Belfast to ZTH departing from Belfast International Airport (BFS), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
Newcastle International Airport (NCL)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
The distance from central Belfast to BFS is around 32 kilometres. Use Google Maps for the quickest way to get there, whether that's in your own car or with public transport.
Have an early flight from Belfast to Zakinthos Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near Belfast International Airport:
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Prefer to leave from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)? You can book a direct flight from Belfast to Zakinthos Airport (ZTH) out of this popular hub.
You can board a direct flight from Belfast to ZTH with Jet2. This is one of the top carriers flying this route out of BHD.
Using public transport, you can travel from central Belfast to BHD in around 22 minutes. The airport is roughly 8 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 12 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your flight from Belfast to ZTH? Unwind in a hotel near George Best Belfast City Airport before your holiday officially begins. Consider one of these stays:
About Zakinthos Airport (ZTH)
Consider booking a hotel near ZTH if you have a late flight from Belfast to Zakinthos Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Zakinthos Airport (ZTH) to central Zante (Zakynthos)
From Zakinthos Airport, Zante (Zakynthos) is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 11 minutes to reach the centre driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Zakinthos Airport (ZTH)
For a one-way ticket from Belfast to Zakinthos Airport, $157 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return flight from just $291. These are currently the lowest fares but are subject to change based on availability.
To pick up flight tickets from Belfast to ZTH, book your journey 9 months ahead of the departure date.
The cheapest month for tickets from Belfast to Zakinthos Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' search feature to find the most affordable day to fly if you're flexible with your plans.
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The best time to fly from Belfast to Zakinthos Airport (ZTH)
April is the quietest time of year to fly to Zante (Zakynthos). Alternatively, join the crowds and visit in August. This is the most popular month for flights from Belfast to Zakinthos Airport, but the best time to go is up to you.
Before booking a flight from Belfast to ZTH, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Zante (Zakynthos), with the temperature ranging from 23ºC to 30ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 7ºC and 15ºC. Search for cheap flights from Belfast to Zakinthos Airport sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Zante (Zakynthos)
After locking in your flight from Belfast to Zakinthos Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Zante (Zakynthos):
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Holy Church of Agios Gerasimos and Agia Varvara, Zakynthos Town, Bohali Castle and Bochali are top sights which should be on every Zante (Zakynthos) itinerary.
Complete your Zante (Zakynthos) trip with a car rental
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