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 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 3 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Zakynthos from the United States departs from New York and takes around 18h 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 Alamo, 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 18h 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 Alamo, among others, in Athens.

Airports near Zakynthos

ZTHZakynthos Dionsios Salomos

Airlines serving Zakynthos

Lufthansa
Good (7,982 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,954 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,937 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (915 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,771 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (406 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,434 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,349 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,210 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,369 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,900 reviews)
Eurowings
Good (293 reviews)
Transavia France
Good (404 reviews)
Condor
Good (409 reviews)
Luxair
Good (67 reviews)
Sky Express
Good (125 reviews)
Smartwings
Good (36 reviews)
Aegean Airlines
Excellent (868 reviews)
Wizz Air
Good (427 reviews)
Volotea
Good (570 reviews)
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Where to stay in Zakynthos

Average rates range from around $98 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $171 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Zakynthos

Most booked hotels in Zakynthos

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Hotel Palmyra
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 676 reviews)
$67+
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Filoxenia Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 304 reviews)
$122+
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Diana Palace Hotel Zakynthos
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 326 reviews)
$110+
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Elena Studios
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 503 reviews)
$42+
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Zante Plaza Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 416 reviews)
$71+
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Vanessa Hotel
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1087 reviews)
$51+
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Renting a car in Zakynthos

Renting a car in Zakynthos costs $36 per day, on average, or $146 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 34% cheaper than airport locations in Zakynthos.

Expect to pay $9.05 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 $108.57 and $144.75. Mini (Renault Twingo or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Zakynthos, while also 52% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Zakynthos costs $36 per day, on average, or $146 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 34% cheaper than airport locations in Zakynthos.

Expect to pay $9.05 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 $108.57 and $144.75. Mini (Renault Twingo or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Zakynthos, while also 52% cheaper than other types, on average.

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