Zakynthos Airport – ZTH Zakynthos
Known as Zakynthos International Airport, this public airport is catering to domestic and international flight operations. Zakynthos Airport, with its IATA code of ZTH, is the only main airport serving Zakynthos, Greece. It is one of the 14 airports that undergo privatization agreement of Fraport to not only operate Zakynthos Airport but also develop and improve its facilities and enhance its services. The airport is currently situated near Kalamaki Bay. Due to its close proximity to the beach, flight operations are strictly prohibited between 1000H until 0500H the next day. During this time, the endangered loggerhead turtles would often lay their eggs in the area.
Best Time to Visit
Established in 1972, Zakynthos International Airport usually handles seasonal charter flights. It is served by a number of airlines like Austrian Airlines, Monarch Airlines, Ryanair and other seasonal charter flights that connect Zakynthos to other European Cities. In 2015, the government of Greece signed an agreement that would allow Fraport to invest in the redevelopment of the airport. The improvements of the airport allow the passengers' easy access to arrange local transportation, either car rental or taxis, that can take them to Laganas or Kalamaki.
What to Do & Area Attractions
There are a handful of hotels that are situated near the airport. Travelers have the option to either check-in at Poseidon Beach Hotel, a laid-back hotel with modern amenities that is 7-minutes away from the airport, or at Bitzaro Palace Hotel – All Inclusive, an upscale hotel with awesome sea views that is approximately a mile away from the airport.
Travelers that are planning to tour other neighboring cities of Greece can also book their flight at Andravida Airport.
