Introduction
What to do
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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When to visit Zakynthos

Zakynthos in October
Estimated hotel price
$58
1 night at 3-star hotel
Zakynthos in October
Estimated hotel price
$58
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Zakynthos

Plane

When flying to Zakynthos, you’ll arrive at Zakinthos Airport (ZTH), which is located 2 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Zakynthos from the United States departs from New York and takes around 11h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Zakynthos is to pick up a car rental from Athens, which is about 155 miles from Zakynthos. You’ll find branches of Record Go and SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , among others, in Athens.

Plane

When flying to Zakynthos, you’ll arrive at Zakinthos Airport (ZTH), which is located 2 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Zakynthos from the United States departs from New York and takes around 11h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Zakynthos is to pick up a car rental from Athens, which is about 155 miles from Zakynthos. You’ll find branches of Record Go and SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , among others, in Athens.

Airports near Zakynthos

Airlines serving Zakynthos

Lufthansa
Good (7,782 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,737 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,872 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (896 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,682 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,394 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (384 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,878 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,270 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,148 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,873 reviews)
Transavia France
Good (383 reviews)
Eurowings
Good (285 reviews)
Condor
Good (400 reviews)
Luxair
Good (64 reviews)
Aegean Airlines
Excellent (852 reviews)
Sky Express
Good (121 reviews)
Smartwings
Good (34 reviews)
Wizz Air
Good (406 reviews)
Transavia
Good (143 reviews)
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Where to stay in Zakynthos

Average rates range from around $90 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $190 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Zakynthos

Most booked hotels in Zakynthos

Cactus Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 1460 reviews)
$63+
Filoxenia Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 304 reviews)
$119+
Denise Beach Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 413 reviews)
$144+
Phoenix Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1835 reviews)
$82+
Diana Palace Hotel Zakynthos
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 326 reviews)
$142+
Elena Studios
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 503 reviews)
$45+

Renting a car in Zakynthos

Renting a car in Zakynthos costs $42 per day, on average, or $169 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 14% more expensive than at Zakynthos Dionsios Salomos.

Expect to pay $7.72 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 $92.67 and $123.56. Mini (Volkswagen up! or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Zakynthos, while also 73% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Zakynthos costs $42 per day, on average, or $169 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 14% more expensive than at Zakynthos Dionsios Salomos.

Expect to pay $7.72 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 $92.67 and $123.56. Mini (Volkswagen up! or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Zakynthos, while also 73% cheaper than other types, on average.