Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Zakynthos travel guide

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You're Going to Love Zakynthos

With a population of 11,541, Zakynthos is a must-see destination in Ionian Islands, Greece. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Zakynthos has to offer.

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Where to Eat in Zakynthos

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Peligoni Club – The Deli (Agios Nikolaos, Volimes) and The Peligoni Club – Courtyard (Agios Nikolaos) are great picks.

When to visit Zakynthos

Zakynthos in January
Estimated package price
$118
2 travelers
Flight to Zakynthos
3 nights at hotel
Zakynthos in January
Estimated package price
$118
2 travelers
Flight to Zakynthos
3 nights at hotel

How to Get to Zakynthos

Plane

When flying to Zakynthos, you’ll arrive at Zakinthos Airport (ZTH), which is located 3 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Zakynthos from the United States departs from New York and takes around 11h 35m.

Car

Another option to get to Zakynthos is to pick up a car rental from Athens, which is about 249 km from Zakynthos. You’ll find branches of Alamo and Record Go, among others, in Athens.

Plane

When flying to Zakynthos, you’ll arrive at Zakinthos Airport (ZTH), which is located 3 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Zakynthos from the United States departs from New York and takes around 11h 35m.

Car

Another option to get to Zakynthos is to pick up a car rental from Athens, which is about 249 km from Zakynthos. You’ll find branches of Alamo and Record Go, among others, in Athens.

Airports near Zakynthos

ZTHZakynthos Dionsios Salomos

Airlines serving Zakynthos

Lufthansa
Good (7,894 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,857 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,914 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (905 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,743 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (398 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,428 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,176 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,176 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,320 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,889 reviews)
Eurowings
Good (290 reviews)
Transavia France
Good (399 reviews)
Condor
Good (405 reviews)
Luxair
Good (66 reviews)
Smartwings
Good (35 reviews)
Sky Express
Good (122 reviews)
Aegean Airlines
Excellent (863 reviews)
Wizz Air
Good (419 reviews)
Volotea
Good (569 reviews)
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Where to stay in Zakynthos

Average rates range from around $87 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $193 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Zakynthos

Most booked hotels in Zakynthos

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Cactus Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 1461 reviews)
$83+
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Hotel Palmyra
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 676 reviews)
$71+
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Hotel Cronulla
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 116 reviews)
$74+
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Diana Palace Hotel Zakynthos
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 326 reviews)
$138+
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Phoenix Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1841 reviews)
$83+
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Elena Studios
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 503 reviews)
$41+
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Renting a car in Zakynthos

Renting a car in Zakynthos costs $34 per day, on average, or $136 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 12% cheaper than airport locations in Zakynthos.

Expect to pay $8.97 per gallon in Zakynthos (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $107.66 and $143.54. Economy (Hyundai i20 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Zakynthos, while also 58% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Zakynthos costs $34 per day, on average, or $136 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 12% cheaper than airport locations in Zakynthos.

Expect to pay $8.97 per gallon in Zakynthos (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $107.66 and $143.54. Economy (Hyundai i20 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Zakynthos, while also 58% cheaper than other types, on average.

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