Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting 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 6 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 March
Estimated hotel price
C$ 115
1 night at 3-star hotel
Zakynthos in March
Estimated hotel price
C$ 115
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 Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 13h 10m.

Car

Another option to get to Zakynthos is to pick up a car rental from Athens, which is about 249 km from Zakynthos. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Record Go, 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 The shortest flight to Zakynthos from Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 13h 10m.

Car

Another option to get to Zakynthos is to pick up a car rental from Athens, which is about 249 km from Zakynthos. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Record Go, among others, in Athens.

Airports near Zakynthos

Airlines serving Zakynthos

Lufthansa
Good (7,572 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,522 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,785 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (869 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,296 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,575 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,290 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (369 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,082 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,191 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,842 reviews)
Transavia France
Good (374 reviews)
Eurowings
Good (282 reviews)
Condor
Good (389 reviews)
Aegean Airlines
Excellent (817 reviews)
Luxair
Good (61 reviews)
Sky Express
Good (120 reviews)
Wizz Air
Good (391 reviews)
Volotea
Good (570 reviews)
Transavia
Good (137 reviews)
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Where to stay in Zakynthos

Average rates range from around C$ 144 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 254 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Zakynthos

Most booked hotels in Zakynthos

Filoxenia Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
C$ 199+
Denise Beach Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
C$ 202+
Lesante Classic - Preferred Hotels & Resorts
5 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
C$ 268+
Karras Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
C$ 83+
Strada Marina Hotel
4 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
C$ 88+
Tsilivi Beach Hotel
4 stars
Good (7.4, Good reviews)
C$ 170+

Renting a car in Zakynthos

Expect to pay C$ 2.81 per litre in Zakynthos (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 33.63 and C$ 44.84. Economy (Opel Corsa or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Zakynthos, while also 18% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay C$ 2.81 per litre in Zakynthos (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 33.63 and C$ 44.84. Economy (Opel Corsa or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Zakynthos, while also 18% cheaper than other types, on average.