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$ 90
1 night at 3-star hotel
Zakynthos in January
Estimated hotel price
C$ 90
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 Montreal and takes around 31h 35m.

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 Record go and Alamo, 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 Montreal and takes around 31h 35m.

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 Record go and Alamo, among others, in Athens.

Airports near Zakynthos

ZTHZakynthos Dionsios Salomos

Airlines serving Zakynthos

Lufthansa
Good (8,159 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,127 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,016 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (950 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,895 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,486 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (422 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,296 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,440 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,918 reviews)
Eurowings
Good (298 reviews)
Transavia France
Good (426 reviews)
Condor
Good (531 reviews)
Aegean Airlines
Excellent (900 reviews)
Sky Express
Good (132 reviews)
Luxair
Good (66 reviews)
Wizz Air
Good (449 reviews)
Smartwings
Good (39 reviews)
Volotea
Good (571 reviews)
Transavia
Good (148 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$ 358 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Zakynthos

Most booked hotels in Zakynthos

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Sunflower Apartments & Studios
0 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
C$ 114+
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Iniohos Zante Hotel & Suites
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
C$ 116+
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Tsilivi Beach Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
C$ 266+
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Renting a car in Zakynthos

Renting a car in Zakynthos costs C$ 53 per day, on average, or C$ 212 if you want to rent it for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 90% cheaper than airport locations in Zakynthos.

Expect to pay C$ 3.19 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$ 38.20 and C$ 50.93. The most frequently booked car type in Zakynthos is Mini (Toyota Aygo or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Nissan Micra or similar) are, on average, 76% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Zakynthos costs C$ 53 per day, on average, or C$ 212 if you want to rent it for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 90% cheaper than airport locations in Zakynthos.

Expect to pay C$ 3.19 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$ 38.20 and C$ 50.93. The most frequently booked car type in Zakynthos is Mini (Toyota Aygo or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Nissan Micra or similar) are, on average, 76% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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