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 5 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$ 89
1 night at 3-star hotel
Zakynthos in January
Estimated hotel price
C$ 89
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 15h 50m.

Car

Another option to get to Zakynthos is to pick up a car rental from Athens, which is about 155 miles from Zakynthos. You’ll find branches of Centauro and Record Go, 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 15h 50m.

Car

Another option to get to Zakynthos is to pick up a car rental from Athens, which is about 155 miles from Zakynthos. You’ll find branches of Centauro and Record Go, among others, in Athens.

Airports near Zakynthos

ZTHZakynthos Dionsios Salomos

Airlines serving Zakynthos

Lufthansa
Good (7,890 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,848 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,912 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (904 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,740 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (397 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,429 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,162 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,175 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,316 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,889 reviews)
Eurowings
Good (289 reviews)
Transavia France
Good (397 reviews)
Condor
Good (405 reviews)
Luxair
Good (66 reviews)
Smartwings
Good (35 reviews)
Sky Express
Good (121 reviews)
Aegean Airlines
Excellent (862 reviews)
Wizz Air
Good (418 reviews)
Volotea
Good (569 reviews)
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Where to stay in Zakynthos

Average rates range from around C$ 122 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 261 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$ 114+
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Denise Beach Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
C$ 85+
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Phoenix Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
C$ 111+
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Diana Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
C$ 85+
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Galaxy Beach Resort, BW Premier Collection
5 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
C$ 228+
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Mariana Hotel
3 stars
Good (6.8, Good reviews)
C$ 50+
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Renting a car in Zakynthos

Renting a car in Zakynthos costs C$ 53 per day, on average, or C$ 266 if you want to rent it for 5 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 67% more expensive than at Zakynthos Dionsios Salomos.

Expect to pay C$ 3.30 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$ 39.57 and C$ 52.76. Economy (Suzuki Swift or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Zakynthos, while also 63% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Zakynthos costs C$ 53 per day, on average, or C$ 266 if you want to rent it for 5 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 67% more expensive than at Zakynthos Dionsios Salomos.

Expect to pay C$ 3.30 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$ 39.57 and C$ 52.76. Economy (Suzuki Swift or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Zakynthos, while also 63% cheaper than other types, on average.

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