Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring 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 3 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 December
Estimated hotel price
$136
1 night at 3-star hotel
Zakynthos in December
Estimated hotel price
$136
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 2 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Zakynthos is to pick up a car hire from Athens, which is about 155 miles from Zakynthos. You’ll find branches of Record go and Centauro, among others, in Athens.

Plane

When flying to Zakynthos, you’ll arrive at Zakinthos Airport (ZTH), which is located 2 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Zakynthos is to pick up a car hire from Athens, which is about 155 miles from Zakynthos. You’ll find branches of Record go and Centauro, among others, in Athens.

Airports near Zakynthos

Airlines serving Zakynthos

Lufthansa
Good (8,295 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,279 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,119 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (982 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,555 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,034 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (438 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,431 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,412 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,914 reviews)
Eurowings
Good (298 reviews)
Transavia France
Good (443 reviews)
Condor
Good (627 reviews)
Aegean Airlines
Excellent (915 reviews)
Luxair
Good (68 reviews)
Sky Express
Good (135 reviews)
Wizz Air
Good (482 reviews)
Volotea
Good (566 reviews)
Transavia
Good (150 reviews)
Jet2
Excellent (209 reviews)
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Where to stay in Zakynthos

Average rates range from around $156 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $372 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Zakynthos

Most booked hotels in Zakynthos

Erietta Aparthotel
4 stars
Excellent (9.5, Excellent reviews)
$179+
Cactus Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
$138+
Denise Beach Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$275+
Phoenix Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$141+
Tsilivi Beach Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$195+

Hiring a car in Zakynthos

Hiring a car in Zakynthos costs $36 per day, on average, or $109 if you want to hire it for 3 days.

Expect to pay $4.31 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 $51.68 and $68.91.

Hiring a car in Zakynthos costs $36 per day, on average, or $109 if you want to hire it for 3 days.

Expect to pay $4.31 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 $51.68 and $68.91.