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 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 3 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Zakynthos from the United States departs from New York and takes around 15h 05m.

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 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 3 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Zakynthos from the United States departs from New York and takes around 15h 05m.

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 Record go and SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , among others, in Athens.

Airports near Zakynthos

ZTHZakynthos Dionsios Salomos

Airlines serving Zakynthos

Lufthansa
Good (8,228 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,192 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,060 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (952 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,964 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,527 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (431 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,483 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,327 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,928 reviews)
Eurowings
Good (300 reviews)
Transavia France
Good (436 reviews)
Condor
Good (569 reviews)
Aegean Airlines
Excellent (903 reviews)
Luxair
Good (66 reviews)
Wizz Air
Good (458 reviews)
Sky Express
Good (132 reviews)
Smartwings
Good (40 reviews)
Volotea
Good (574 reviews)
Transavia
Good (149 reviews)
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Where to stay in Zakynthos

Average rates range from around $93 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $223 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Zakynthos

Most booked hotels in Zakynthos

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The Bay Hotel & Suites
5 stars
Excellent (9, 907 reviews)
$221+
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Filoxenia Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 333 reviews)
$121+
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Denise Beach Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 415 reviews)
$74+
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Aluasoul Zakynthos
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 286 reviews)
$150+
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Iniohos Zante Hotel & Suites
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 887 reviews)
$59+
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Tsilivi Beach Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 226 reviews)
$120+
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Renting a car in Zakynthos

Renting a car in Zakynthos costs $35 per day, on average, or $140 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 $8.78 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 $105.39 and $140.51. The most frequently booked car type in Zakynthos is Mini (Kia Picanto or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Skoda Citigo or similar) are, on average, 57% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Zakynthos costs $35 per day, on average, or $140 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 $8.78 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 $105.39 and $140.51. The most frequently booked car type in Zakynthos is Mini (Kia Picanto or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Skoda Citigo or similar) are, on average, 57% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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