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 15h 40m.

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 Centauro 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 15h 40m.

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 Centauro and Record Go, among others, in Athens.

Airports near Zakynthos

Airlines serving Zakynthos

Lufthansa
Good (7,846 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,784 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,897 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (901 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,712 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,426 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (389 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (12,035 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,167 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,292 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,885 reviews)
Eurowings
Good (286 reviews)
Transavia France
Good (391 reviews)
Condor
Good (401 reviews)
Luxair
Good (66 reviews)
Aegean Airlines
Excellent (855 reviews)
Smartwings
Good (34 reviews)
Sky Express
Good (121 reviews)
Wizz Air
Good (415 reviews)
Volotea
Good (568 reviews)
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Where to stay in Zakynthos

Average rates range from around $86 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $192 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)
$69+
Iakinthos, Tsilivi Beach
4 stars
Excellent (9, 959 reviews)
$103+
Filoxenia Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 304 reviews)
$120+
Denise Beach Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 413 reviews)
$67+
Diana Palace Hotel Zakynthos
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 326 reviews)
$152+
Phoenix Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1836 reviews)
$83+

Renting a car in Zakynthos

Renting a car in Zakynthos costs $39 per day, on average, or $158 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 30% cheaper than airport locations in Zakynthos.

Expect to pay $7.76 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 $93.12 and $124.16. Mini (Toyota Aygo or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Zakynthos, while also 47% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Zakynthos costs $39 per day, on average, or $158 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 30% cheaper than airport locations in Zakynthos.

Expect to pay $7.76 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 $93.12 and $124.16. Mini (Toyota Aygo or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Zakynthos, while also 47% cheaper than other types, on average.