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 March
Estimated hotel price
C$ 114
1 night at 3-star hotel
Zakynthos in March
Estimated hotel price
C$ 114
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 34h 30m.

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 3 km from the city centre The shortest flight to Zakynthos from Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 34h 30m.

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 (7,756 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,705 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,864 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (895 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,674 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,375 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (381 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,811 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,255 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,137 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,866 reviews)
Transavia France
Good (383 reviews)
Eurowings
Good (285 reviews)
Condor
Good (399 reviews)
Luxair
Good (64 reviews)
Sky Express
Good (121 reviews)
Aegean Airlines
Excellent (848 reviews)
Smartwings
Good (34 reviews)
Wizz Air
Good (403 reviews)
Transavia
Good (142 reviews)
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Where to stay in Zakynthos

Average rates range from around C$ 123 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 236 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Zakynthos

Most booked hotels in Zakynthos

Cactus Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
C$ 87+
Iakinthos, Tsilivi Beach
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
C$ 139+
Filoxenia Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
C$ 6,436+
Denise Beach Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
C$ 195+
Diana Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
C$ 82+
Oscar Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
C$ 92+

Renting a car in Zakynthos

Renting a car in Zakynthos costs C$ 21 per day, on average, or C$ 107 if you want to rent it for 5 days.

Expect to pay C$ 2.72 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$ 32.62 and C$ 43.49. 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$ 21 per day, on average, or C$ 107 if you want to rent it for 5 days.

Expect to pay C$ 2.72 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$ 32.62 and C$ 43.49. Economy (Nissan Micra or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Zakynthos, while also 57% cheaper than other types, on average.