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 5 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 November
Estimated hotel price
$64
1 night at 3-star hotel
Zakynthos in November
Estimated hotel price
$64
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 16h 25m.

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 Centauro and Record go, 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 16h 25m.

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 Centauro and Record go, among others, in Athens.

Airports near Zakynthos

ZTHZakynthos Dionsios Salomos

Airlines serving Zakynthos

Lufthansa
Good (8,126 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,105 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,993 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (943 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,874 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (420 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,477 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,436 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,282 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,915 reviews)
Eurowings
Good (297 reviews)
Transavia France
Good (424 reviews)
Condor
Good (496 reviews)
Aegean Airlines
Excellent (896 reviews)
Sky Express
Good (132 reviews)
Luxair
Good (67 reviews)
Wizz Air
Good (447 reviews)
Volotea
Good (569 reviews)
Smartwings
Good (39 reviews)
Transavia
Good (148 reviews)
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Where to stay in Zakynthos

Average rates range from around $124 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $334 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Zakynthos

Most booked hotels in Zakynthos

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Olea All Suite Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels
5 stars
Excellent (9.6, 544 reviews)
$477+
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Lesante Blu Exclusive Beach Resort - Adults Only
5 stars
Excellent (9.3, 831 reviews)
$540+
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White Olive Premium Laganas
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 297 reviews)
$213+
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Filoxenia Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 314 reviews)
$218+
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Diana Palace Hotel Zakynthos
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 332 reviews)
$169+
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Belussi Beach Hotel & Suites
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 619 reviews)
$124+
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Renting a car in Zakynthos

Renting a car in Zakynthos costs $37 per day, on average, or $184 if you want to rent if for 5 days.

Expect to pay $8.33 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 $99.93 and $133.25. The most frequently booked car type in Zakynthos is Economy (Opel Corsa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Skoda Fabia or similar) are, on average, 63% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Zakynthos costs $37 per day, on average, or $184 if you want to rent if for 5 days.

Expect to pay $8.33 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 $99.93 and $133.25. The most frequently booked car type in Zakynthos is Economy (Opel Corsa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Skoda Fabia or similar) are, on average, 63% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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