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.

Where to Eat in Zakynthos

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

When to visit Zakynthos

Zakynthos in December
Estimated hotel price
$101
1 night at 3-star hotel
Zakynthos in December
Estimated hotel price
$101
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 Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Modi Rent a Car, 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 Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Modi Rent a Car, among others, in Athens.

Airports near Zakynthos

Airlines serving Zakynthos

Lufthansa
Good (3,992 reviews)
British Airways
Good (3,784 reviews)
SWISS
Good (865 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (446 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (214 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (3,379 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,371 reviews)
Eurowings
Good (188 reviews)
Aegean Airlines
Excellent (433 reviews)
Transavia France
Good (219 reviews)
Condor
Good (240 reviews)
Transavia
Good (80 reviews)
Sky Express
Good (74 reviews)
Volotea
Good (351 reviews)
Jet2
Excellent (77 reviews)
TUI Fly Belgium
Good (32 reviews)
Olympic Air
Excellent (47 reviews)
Edelweiss Air
Good (17 reviews)
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Where to stay in Zakynthos

Average rates range from around $147 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $371 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Zakynthos

Most booked hotels in Zakynthos

Phoenix Hotel
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$105+
Palatino Hotel
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$102+
Lesante Classic - Preferred Hotels & Resorts
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$193+
Meandros Boutique & Spa Hotel - Adults Only
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$2,004+
Herodotos Studios
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$112+
California Beach Hotel - Adults Only
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$60+

Hiring a car in Zakynthos

Expect to pay $3.31 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 $39.71 and $52.95. The most frequently booked car type in Zakynthos is Mini (Peugeot 107 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Suzuki Swift or similar) is, on average, 86% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $3.31 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 $39.71 and $52.95. The most frequently booked car type in Zakynthos is Mini (Peugeot 107 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Suzuki Swift or similar) is, on average, 86% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.