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 4 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 January
Estimated hotel price
C$ 91
1 night at 3-star hotel
Zakynthos in January
Estimated hotel price
C$ 91
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 Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 33h 50m.

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 Record go and SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , 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 The shortest flight to Zakynthos from Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 33h 50m.

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 Record go and SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , among others, in Athens.

Airports near Zakynthos

Airlines serving Zakynthos

Lufthansa
Good (8,094 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,071 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,972 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (939 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,854 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,463 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (416 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,267 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,421 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,912 reviews)
Eurowings
Good (296 reviews)
Transavia France
Good (423 reviews)
Condor
Good (464 reviews)
Aegean Airlines
Excellent (885 reviews)
Sky Express
Good (130 reviews)
Luxair
Good (67 reviews)
Wizz Air
Good (443 reviews)
Smartwings
Good (39 reviews)
Volotea
Good (570 reviews)
Transavia
Good (147 reviews)
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Where to stay in Zakynthos

Average rates range from around C$ 177 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 434 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Zakynthos

Most booked hotels in Zakynthos

Denise Beach Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
C$ 169+
Filoxenia Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
C$ 235+
California Beach Hotel - Adults Only
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
C$ 164+
Mariana Hotel
3 stars
Good (6.9, Good reviews)
C$ 77+

Renting a car in Zakynthos

Renting a car in Zakynthos costs C$ 49 per day, on average, or C$ 195 if you want to rent it for 4 days.

Expect to pay C$ 3.31 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$ 39.61 and C$ 52.81. Economy (Nissan Micra or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Zakynthos, while also 77% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Zakynthos costs C$ 49 per day, on average, or C$ 195 if you want to rent it for 4 days.

Expect to pay C$ 3.31 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$ 39.61 and C$ 52.81. Economy (Nissan Micra or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Zakynthos, while also 77% cheaper than other types, on average.