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 6 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
£46
1 night at 3-star hotel
Zakynthos in November
Estimated hotel price
£46
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. The shortest flight to Zakynthos from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 3h 35m.

Car

Another option to get to Zakynthos is to pick up a car hire from Corfu, which is about 138 miles from Zakynthos. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and dirent-autorental, among others, in Corfu.

Plane

When flying to Zakynthos, you’ll arrive at Zakinthos Airport (ZTH), which is located 2 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Zakynthos from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 3h 35m.

Car

Another option to get to Zakynthos is to pick up a car hire from Corfu, which is about 138 miles from Zakynthos. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and dirent-autorental, among others, in Corfu.

Airports near Zakynthos

Airlines serving Zakynthos

Lufthansa
Good (4,688 reviews)
SWISS
Good (963 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,675 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (482 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (792 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,799 reviews)
Eurowings
Good (190 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,426 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (3,396 reviews)
Transavia France
Good (240 reviews)
Aegean Airlines
Excellent (506 reviews)
Smartwings
Excellent (10 reviews)
Transavia
Good (78 reviews)
Wizz Air Malta
Good (235 reviews)
Condor
Good (267 reviews)
Volotea
Good (370 reviews)
Sky Express
Good (82 reviews)
Czech Airlines
Okay (8 reviews)
Jet2
Excellent (103 reviews)
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Where to stay in Zakynthos

Average rates range from around £80 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £158 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Zakynthos

Most booked hotels in Zakynthos

Grapevines Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
£48+
La Caretta
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
£45+
Palatino Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£88+
Lesante Classic - Preferred Hotels & Resorts
5 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£189+
Meandros Boutique & Spa Hotel - Adults Only
5 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£136+
Belussi Beach Hotel & Suites
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£71+

Hiring a car in Zakynthos

Hiring a car in Zakynthos costs £27 per day, on average, or £164 if you want to hire it for 6 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 21% more expensive than at Zakynthos Dionsios Salomos.

Expect to pay £1.60 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 £19.11 and £25.48. The most frequently booked car type in Zakynthos is Standard (Class Convertible or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Class Economy Car or similar) is, on average, 76% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Zakynthos costs £27 per day, on average, or £164 if you want to hire it for 6 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 21% more expensive than at Zakynthos Dionsios Salomos.

Expect to pay £1.60 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 £19.11 and £25.48. The most frequently booked car type in Zakynthos is Standard (Class Convertible or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Class Economy Car or similar) is, on average, 76% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.