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 December
Estimated hotel price
C$ 109
1 night at 3-star hotel
Zakynthos in December
Estimated hotel price
C$ 109
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 Montreal and takes around 12h 20m.

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 SURPRICE CAR RENTAL and Autounion Car Rental, 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 Montreal and takes around 12h 20m.

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 SURPRICE CAR RENTAL and Autounion Car Rental, among others, in Athens.

Airports near Zakynthos

ZTHZakynthos Dionsios Salomos

Airlines serving Zakynthos

Lufthansa
Good (7,727 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,685 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,851 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (894 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,654 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,370 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,735 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (382 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,244 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,129 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,862 reviews)
Transavia France
Good (382 reviews)
Eurowings
Good (285 reviews)
Condor
Good (398 reviews)
Luxair
Good (64 reviews)
Aegean Airlines
Excellent (842 reviews)
Smartwings
Good (33 reviews)
Wizz Air
Good (400 reviews)
Sky Express
Good (121 reviews)
Transavia
Good (142 reviews)
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Where to stay in Zakynthos

Average rates range from around C$ 127 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 255 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Zakynthos

Most booked hotels in Zakynthos

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Cactus Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
C$ 89+
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Iakinthos, Tsilivi Beach
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
C$ 138+
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Denise Beach Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
C$ 200+
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Diana Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
C$ 88+
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Strada Marina Hotel
4 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
C$ 95+
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Galaxy Beach Resort, BW Premier Collection
5 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
C$ 740+
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Renting a car in Zakynthos

Renting a car in Zakynthos costs C$ 22 per day, on average, or C$ 132 if you want to rent it for 6 days.

Expect to pay C$ 2.79 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$ 33.37 and C$ 44.49. Economy (Nissan Micra or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Zakynthos, while also 57% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Zakynthos costs C$ 22 per day, on average, or C$ 132 if you want to rent it for 6 days.

Expect to pay C$ 2.79 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$ 33.37 and C$ 44.49. Economy (Nissan Micra or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Zakynthos, while also 57% cheaper than other types, on average.

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