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.

Where to Eat in Zakynthos

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Peligoni Club – Courtyard (Agios Nikolaos) and The Peligoni Club – The Deli (Agios Nikolaos, Volimes) are great picks.

When to visit Zakynthos

Zakynthos in November
Estimated hotel price
$83
1 night at 3-star hotel
Zakynthos in November
Estimated hotel price
$83
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 centre.

Car

Another option to get to Zakynthos is to pick up a car hire from Athens, which is about 249 km from Zakynthos. You’ll find branches of SURPRICE CAR RENTAL and Autounion 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 centre.

Car

Another option to get to Zakynthos is to pick up a car hire from Athens, which is about 249 km from Zakynthos. You’ll find branches of SURPRICE CAR RENTAL and Autounion Car Rental, among others, in Athens.

Airports near Zakynthos

Airlines serving Zakynthos

Lufthansa
Good (4,612 reviews)
SWISS
Good (927 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,454 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (476 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (832 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,517 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,449 reviews)
Eurowings
Good (194 reviews)
Transavia France
Good (237 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (3,449 reviews)
Aegean Airlines
Excellent (492 reviews)
Condor
Good (253 reviews)
Smartwings
Excellent (12 reviews)
Volotea
Good (370 reviews)
Transavia
Good (78 reviews)
Wizz Air Malta
Good (218 reviews)
Sky Express
Good (79 reviews)
Czech Airlines
Okay (8 reviews)
Jet2
Excellent (95 reviews)
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Where to stay in Zakynthos

Average rates range from around $128 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $224 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Zakynthos

Most booked hotels in Zakynthos

Contessina Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (9.3, Excellent reviews)
$277+
Phoenix Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$121+
Palatino Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$126+
Lesante Classic - Preferred Hotels & Resorts
5 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$223+
Hotel Strada Marina
4 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
$115+

Hiring a car in Zakynthos

Hiring a car in Zakynthos costs $120 per day, on average, or $480 if you want to hire it for 4 days.

Expect to pay $3.20 per litre in Zakynthos (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $38.39 and $51.18.

Hiring a car in Zakynthos costs $120 per day, on average, or $480 if you want to hire it for 4 days.

Expect to pay $3.20 per litre in Zakynthos (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $38.39 and $51.18.