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
£47
1 night at 3-star hotel
Zakynthos in November
Estimated hotel price
£47
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. The shortest flight to Zakynthos from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 3h 25m.

Car

Another option to get to Zakynthos is to pick up a car hire from Corfu, which is about 222 km from Zakynthos. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Centauro, among others, in Corfu.

Plane

When flying to Zakynthos, you’ll arrive at Zakinthos Airport (ZTH), which is located 3 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Zakynthos from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 3h 25m.

Car

Another option to get to Zakynthos is to pick up a car hire from Corfu, which is about 222 km from Zakynthos. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Centauro, among others, in Corfu.

Airports near Zakynthos

Airlines serving Zakynthos

Lufthansa
Good (4,598 reviews)
SWISS
Good (926 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,441 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (478 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (226 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (836 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,496 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,439 reviews)
Eurowings
Good (193 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (3,450 reviews)
Transavia France
Good (237 reviews)
Aegean Airlines
Excellent (491 reviews)
Condor
Good (253 reviews)
Smartwings
Excellent (12 reviews)
Volotea
Good (371 reviews)
Transavia
Good (77 reviews)
Wizz Air Malta
Good (217 reviews)
Sky Express
Good (79 reviews)
Czech Airlines
Okay (8 reviews)
Jet2
Excellent (93 reviews)
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Where to stay in Zakynthos

Average rates range from around £60 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £115 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)
£146+
La Caretta
4 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£27+
Phoenix Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£62+
Palatino Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£64+
Lesante Classic - Preferred Hotels & Resorts
5 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£120+
Diana Palace Hotel Zakynthos
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£122+

Hiring a car in Zakynthos

Hiring a car in Zakynthos costs £23 per day, on average, or £137 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, 3% more expensive than at Zakynthos Dionsios Salomos.

Expect to pay £1.68 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 £20.08 and £26.77. 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 (Suzuki Swift or similar) is, on average, 83% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Zakynthos costs £23 per day, on average, or £137 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, 3% more expensive than at Zakynthos Dionsios Salomos.

Expect to pay £1.68 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 £20.08 and £26.77. 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 (Suzuki Swift or similar) is, on average, 83% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.