Car Rental in Zakynthos
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Cheapest Car Rental Rates
Zakynthos Airport
Economy
Suzuki Swift
or similar
$14.36
per day
Zakynthos Airport
Mini Elite
Fiat Panda
or similar
$14.41
per day
Zakynthos Airport
Compact
Nissan Note
or similar
$16.94
per day
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Zakynthos Airport
Economy Elite
Renault Clio
or similar
$17.56
per day
Zakynthos Airport
Intermediate SUV
Skoda Kamiq
or similar
$19.94
per day
Zakynthos Airport
Standard
Nissan Pulsar
or similar
$23.38
per day
Zakynthos Airport
Compact Elite
BMW 1 Series
or similar
$25.38
per day
The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 6:53 AM on 12/14/24. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
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Travel Information
Languages
Greek
Currency
EUR
Drive on
Right-hand side
Country code
+30
Average car rental price
$18 per day
Average car rental length
7 days
Speed limit within town
50 km/h or 31 mph
Speed limit out of town
90 - 130 km/h or 56 - 81 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.05%
Average gas price
$2.10 per liter or $7.95 per gallon
Lowest gas price
$1.84 per liter or $6.95 per gallon
Highest gas price
$2.41 per liter or $9.14 per gallon
Why rent a car in Zakynthos?
Zakynthos is a great place to explore by car. While most tourism is concentrated in Laganas, which is close to the airport, having a car on Zakynthos will enable you to explore the most scenic and more distant parts of the island, such as the Vasilikos Peninsula or the idyllic north side. Zakynthos has everything from long sandy beaches to dramatic cliffsides and stunning sea caves. Public transportation on the islands is limited and infrequent, so getting a rental car is your best bet to see it all.
One-Way Car Rentals in Zakynthos
The most popular one-way rental options for pick up in Zakynthos and drop off in another city include:
- From Zakynthos to Athens - 43 offers from $35.89 per day
Top ways to enter Zakynthos
- Zakynthos Airport: Also known as Dionysios Solomos Airport in honor of a Greek poet who hailed from the island, Zakynthos Airport handles nearly 2 million travelers every year. Like many other Greek airports, it is especially active during the summer months when nearly 40 different airlines fly to and from the island, including low-cost carriers like Wizz Air, Ryanair, Vueling, and easyJet. Located only 5km (3 miles) southeast of Zakynthos city center, the airport can be reached in about 10 to 15 minutes, depending on traffic.
- By ferry: It is also possible to fly to another international airport in Greece and then take a ferry to Zakynthos. Some airports near Zakynthos include Kefalonia Airport, Patras Airport, Kalamata Airport, Preveza Airport, and Ioannina Airport. It might be possible to pick up a rental car at the airport and then take it on a ferry to Zakynthos, but you should first ask your rental car provider if they permit it. You can also pick up a rental car at Zakynthos Airport after arriving. It’s also important to look up the ferry schedule in advance - the services are much more frequent during the spring and summer months.
City facts
- Like much of the rest of Greece, Zakynthos enjoys a warm and mild Mediterranean climate. The average temperature is 31°C (87°F) in July and August, the warmest months of the year, and 14°C (58°F) in January and February, the coldest months. Precipitation is quite high from October to March but extremely low from May to August.
- Inhabited since prehistory, Zakynthos was mentioned in both the Iliad and the Odyssey, the two epics of Homer. Zakynthos has been ruled by many civilizations, each of them having left an influence on the island’s culture. Unlike most of the rest of Greece, Zakynthos was, for a time, a part of the Republic of Venice, and this heritage can still be noticed in the island’s architecture and cuisine.
- Despite being just 405 km2 (156 square miles) large - and therefore smaller than London or Berlin, and about the same size as Greater Athens - Zakynthos has a coastline length of 123 km (76 miles) - or about 3 meters for each of the island’s 40,000 inhabitants.
Top sights and activities
- Zakynthos Town. Located on the east coast, the island’s largest city is the main entry point for those visiting Zakynthos and also its most active and upbeat place. With many restaurants, taverns, museums, and galleries that are mainly centered around the town’s piazza or main square, Zakynthos Town has something for everyone. With some of the best hotels on the island located here, it can serve as a great base from which to explore the rest of Zakynthos.
- Laganas. Something of Greece’s response of Ibiza, the resort town of Laganas is one of the busiest party spots not only on Zakynthos, but in the whole region. It is home to many bars, nightclubs, and concert venues frequented by electronic music DJs from all over Europe. If crazy parties is not exactly your thing but you’d still like to enjoy the beautiful nature, head to nearby Kalamaki which is much quieter and more relaxed.
- Navagio. Also known as Shipwreck Beach, Navagio is a small cape on the northern part of Zakynthos that is most famous for the wreck of MV Panagiotis, a smuggler’s ship that crashed and washed ashore here nearly 40 years ago. Combine a visit here to the nearby Agios Gergio Kremnao monastery in the nearby hills. An interesting place in its own right, it also offers amazing views of the beach and shipwreck below. There is a small viewing platform from where you’ll get the best angle, though prepare to queue up for a while to access it. To get to the shipwreck beach itself, you’ll need to take a boat, either on a tour or by driving to Porto Vromi Maries.
Traffic and parking
- There are no highways on Zakynthos (nor on any other Greek islands).
- Unless specifically indicated otherwise, the speed limits are 90 km/h (55.9 mph) on roads outside populated areas and 50 km/h (31 mph) in populated and built-up areas.
- Many gas stations might be closed during the weekends and public holidays.
- It is illegal to use a mobile phone while driving.
- The legal alcohol limit is 0.05% for experienced drivers and 0.02% for novice drivers. Exceeding these limits can lead to steep fines and a license ban. Exceeding the limit of 0.08% is a criminal offense and can lead to up to two years of imprisonment.
- Proof of insurance and the car’s documentation need to be in the car whenever you’re driving.
- When driving, you need to have your passport or ID card with you at all times.
- The general emergency number, like elsewhere in the EU, is 112. The police number is 100, the ambulance number is 166, and the fire brigade number is 199.
- It’s common for some visitors to rent quad bikes or scooters on Zakynthos (particularly around Laganas). Keep an eye out for these vehicles as their drivers may not always be experienced.
Toll roads
- There are no toll roads in Zakynthos. There are a number of toll roads, tunnels, and bridges on the Greek mainland. Many travelers find them very hard to navigate and some choose to avoid using the toll roads altogether because of the very complex system that is in place. Different toll roads are administered by different private companies and so there is not a single, nationwide (or even region-wide) system in place.
- For most toll roads, payment can be either made with cash at a toll gate, by credit card, or with coins at an automatic toll machine. For some roads, an electronic transponder might be used to pay for using the toll road. Some rental cars might be equipped with such an electronic transponder. However, because of the aforementioned different systems that are in place, this payment method might work for some toll roads but not for others. Plan your route in advance and ask your car rental provider about the best way to pay for the toll roads that you plan to use.
Ideas for day trips
- Cape Skinari. Sitting on the very northern edge of Zakynthos, Cape Skinari is one of the most famous tourist destinations on the island thanks to its magnificent panoramic views of the sea both to the west and to the east of the cape. If you’re visiting during the summer months, chances are you might join a Greek wedding party as they take place frequently in this beautiful place. Cape Skinari is located 35km (22 miles) from Zakynthos Town, a trip that can be done in about one hour.
- The Blue Caves. Stunning geological formations filled with bright blue water, the Blue Caves are truly impressive places to visit. They are located on different parts of the island and you’ll need a boat to reach them. Most of the departure points can be reached by car, such as the Agios Nikolaos Port that is about a 45-minute drive north of Zakynthos Town.
- The beaches. There are many historical sites and cultural attractions on Zakynthos, but the island’s main tourist draw is no doubt its long and beautiful coastline. Getting a rental car will let you explore the best that Zakynthos has to offer in this sense. There’s plenty to choose from — the busy and fun Agios Nikolaos Beach is a water sports hub, calm Xehoriati Beach and its rocky reefs are great snorkeling locations, and Alikes Beach is quite stony but lures visitors with its many beach restaurants.
Most popular cars
The most popular rental car in Zakynthos is the Fiat Panda, followed by the Fiat 500 and the Nissan Micra. The most popular rental car type is a mini, although many travelers also pick economy and compact vehicles.
Further destinations
- Kefalonia. Also known as Cefalonia, the beautiful Ionian island is one of Zakynthos’ closest neighbors. Despite its small size, you’ll find not only beaches, but other natural attractions as well, such as the Melissani Lake, the Drogarati Caves, and the picturesque Paliki Mountain chain. The two islands are linked by a ferry service, though it’s a good idea to look up the schedule in advance as the service is much more active during the summer months. On Zakynthos, the ferry departs from Agios Nikolaos Port. If you’d like to take your rental car on a ferry, first make sure your rental car provider permits it.
- Ithaca. If you’ve already visited Kefalonia, you might be tempted to also see the neighboring island of Ithaca. Known as the home of the mythological hero Odysseus who is the eponymous hero of Homer’s epic of the same name, Ithaca has been inhabited since at least the Bronze Age and boasts a number of interesting historical landmarks, as well as some lovely grotoes and beaches.
- Peloponnese. This large peninsula is the part of the mainland Greece that’s the closest to Zakynthos. Mentioned in many Greek myths, it remains one of the most traditional areas of the country. Highlights include sites such as Ancient Corinth, the Acropolis of Mycenae, and the Apollo Temple, as well as a rugged coastline with picturesque towns like Nafplio. The Peloponnese can be reached by ferry, but if you’d like to take a rental car on it, first make sure your rental car provider permits it. Alternatively, you can drop off one rental car in Zakynthos and pick up a new one in places like Patras, Kalamata, Argos, or Nafplio.
- Olympia. Located in the southern part of Peloponnese not far from Zakynthos, Ancient Olympia is a place where the first Olympic Games took place in 776 BC. It was not only a venue for sports, but also an important religious complex dedicated to Zeus. The ruins of many monuments are still standing. From Zakynthos, you can take a ferry to Kyllini; from there, Olympia is about an hour’s drive southeast. If your rental car provider doesn’t permit bringing a car on a ferry, you can drop off one rental car in Zakynthos and pick up a new one in Kyllini.
Car rental prices in Zakynthos
- Convertibles - from $34 per day
- Station wagons - from $34 per day
- Large cars - from $22 per day
- Medium cars - from $16 per day
- Vans - from $41 per day
- Premium cars - from $82 per day
- Small cars - from $11 per day
- SUVs - from $19 per day
Money-saving and other tips
Follow these tips and land a great rental car in Zakynthos:
- Compare the rates of different rental car providers
- Book your rental car well in advance
- Plan your route before you go
- Know your fuel and mileage requirements
- Visit during the month when the rental prices are the cheapest. According to our data, visiting Zakynthos is the cheapest in September when renting a car is an entire 75% cheaper than the yearly average.
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Map of Car Rental Locations
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Zakynthos?
Car rental prices in Zakynthos vary by time of year. This graph shows the average prices per month to help you find the best time of year to rent.
Average rental costs per day in Zakynthos
The cheapest month to rent a car in Zakynthos is February (when prices average $9.36 per day). This is 54% cheaper than the yearly average and 78% cheaper than renting in August (when prices average $41.75).
This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.
This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.
What’s the usual rental length in Zakynthos?
How long travelers keep their rental cars for varies from month to month: in February, the average renter keeps their car for 14 days, and in November, they keep their car for 3 days.
Average number of rental days in Zakynthos
What's the most popular month to rent a car in Zakynthos?
Based on the number of searches by our customers, the most popular month for renting a car in Zakynthos is August, and the least popular is December.
Monthly searches in Zakynthos by pick-up date relative to the average
Car rental information
| Car rental locations | 7 |
| Airport locations | 1 |
| Popular suppliers | Dirent a car Greece, Ok Mobility, Record-go, Xenos Car Rentals, WheeGo |
| Popular car categories | Small cars, Medium cars, SUVs, Large cars |
| Lowest price | $11 per day |
| Cheapest supplier | SIXT |
Most popular car models of rental suppliers
| Rental Supplier | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ok Mobility | Fiat Panda | 4 | 1 | Small cars |
| Ok Mobility | Skoda Fabia | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
| Dirent a car Greece | Hyundai i20 | 5 | 2 | Medium cars |
| WheeGo | Renault Twingo | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
| Xenos Car Rentals | Hyundai i10 | 5 | 2 | Small cars |
| Record-go | Opel Corsa | 5 | 2 | Small cars |
| Yours Car Rental | Kia Picanto | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
| Record-go | Fiat Panda | 3 | 1 | Small cars |
| Record-go | Opel Crossland | 4 | 2 | Medium cars |
| Selecta rent a car | Renault Twingo | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
Our customers' reviews
Because we want to make sure each review listed here is left by a real customer, we don’t have the option to post a review here. Instead, we ask each and every customer to leave a review after they return their rental car. This way, you know that all reviews are authentic.
RV
Netherlands
Volkswagen Up
9/8/24 
HD
Ireland
Skoda Fabia
8/30/24
Great place, beautiful beaches and
LB
Switzerland
Opel Corsa
8/2/24
We were able to see many different beaches, sunset bars, restaurants and towns. Renting a car was a good decision on Zakynthos as you are more flexibel and able to see a lot more.
LP
Greece
Fiat Panda
7/24/24
everthing was well excecuted with no bad surprises
BB
United Kingdom
Hyundai i20
7/9/24
My second home
CC
Brazil
Hyundai i20
6/3/24
Zakynthos is a perfect place, with amazing beaches and warm people.
OT
Denmark
Opel Crossland
5/27/24
We have only met nice people and seen many amazing things on the whole island☀️😁
FV
Netherlands
Skoda Fabia
5/15/24
Nice and friendly people
RH
United Kingdom
Citroen C1
4/7/24 
CS
United Kingdom
Kia Picanto
12/11/23
The trip was not a holiday therefore nothing to write about in this section
VU
Hungary
Citro?n C3
9/30/23
Beginner drivers take care. Roads can be very steep, turns sharp, parking very tricky on the slopes. It’s definitely not for beginners. Also lots of places with tiny roads where you need to find your way with another car coming from the other direction
MC
Italy
Toyota Aygo
9/2/23
On our trip we visited some of the most beautiful beaches in Zakynthos: Gerakas, Dafni, Alykanas (our favourite), Cameo Island, Tsilivi, Xigia Pelagaki Beach, Makros Gialos, Keri. The best restaurants we tried are Paliomylos, in the mountain village of Loucha, Lithies Taverna, Taverna Diaxchroniko. But the best experience of all was staying and visiting the Therianos Family Farm, an oasis of peace and quiet in the middle of Zakynthos.
MJ
Slovenia
Suzuki Celerio
7/19/23
Use rent a car. You wont regret it
MG
United Kingdom
Peugeot 108
7/7/23
We travel the island
NS
Slovenia
Toyota Aygo
6/12/23
Nature and beaches
AL
Netherlands
Toyota Aygo
5/13/23 
KS
United Kingdom
Fiat Panda
4/23/23
Beautiful island & people.
AG
United Kingdom
Ford Fiesta
11/8/22
Covered the whole island, saw places you would never find otherwise,,,, all at our own leisure
DJ
Canada
Peugeot 208
10/14/22
Made it to all the great viewpoints around Zakynthos
SS
Netherlands
Suzuki Swift
10/11/22
Visit all the important and nice spots on the island of Zakynthos
MM
Romania
Citro?n C1
7/16/22 
JB
Netherlands
Nissan Micra
6/15/22
You can take full benefit of exploring beautiful Zante. From North to South and East to West there are so many beautiful places you will miss out when staying at 1 location.
MK
Slovakia
VW Up
9/29/21
More powerful car is better for Zakynthos road I think. There are a lot of interesting places with uphill.
SM
Croatia
VW Up
9/19/21
Navagio beach is really beautiful (buy a ticket at a stand, not online). Also, Myzithres is a great viewpoint. Of other things, there is a restaurant Sunset taverna and across it, it is a great place to buy local products.
JJ
Lithuania
Suzuki Alto
8/19/21
The whole trip just becomes so much more convenient with a car. All best places and beaches can be accessed only by car (or otherwise transport by buses would be very inconvenient).
JS
New Zealand
Nissan Micra
8/7/21
Having a rental car you can get all over the island. Get to Gerakas beach (big easy car park right by the entrance). Go at 8am, take your breakfast and no one is there except the loggerhead turtle tracks. On the way back stop for coffee in Vasilikos at Sit and Share - best coffee on the island and the little custard or chocolate donuts are great.
AL
Italy
VW Polo
8/1/21
Fantastic island amoudi is the good place to be for families go to the sakis taberna
ES
Italy
VW Polo
7/29/21
Zakinthos is a beautiful island. I recommend to rent a car to discover every spot. A scooter or a quad are not the right means, as the island is pretty big.
FL
France
Citroen C3
7/27/21
These small cars with high ground clearance are perfect for the island.
HL
Israel
Peugeot 2008
7/12/21
visit port veromi!
NO
Bulgaria
Suzuki Alto
6/23/21
The island is small, so you can reach any point by car within an hour. The Navagio view was amazing and also the boat trip for spotting turtles (and to the turtle Island - Maratonissi) was very nice.
WH
Netherlands
Suzuki Alto
6/18/21
We made a complete round trip on island, can also be done on a buggy
JB
United Kingdom
Suzuki Baleno
9/12/20
Love Zakynthos having been a few times over last 32 years.
Some road signs not great therefore having phone or sat nav very useful
DN
United Kingdom
VW Polo
9/3/20
Zakynthos is a bigger island than it looks and with the heat It's definitely better to have an air conditioned car. I witnessed a few people having made long journeys on quads and really struggle with the heat so I'd recommend getting a car.
PV
Netherlands
Suzuki Celerio
8/30/20
Very GOOD service
MS
United Kingdom
Opel Astra
8/26/20
Best island I’ve ever visited
NH
United Kingdom
Fiat Scudo
8/25/20
Zakynthos has many beauty spots so I feel a car is essential to make the most of a visit to the island.
PS
United Kingdom
Citroen C1
8/5/20
ALTHOUGH A SMALL ISLAND YOU NEED A CAR TO EXPLORE AND TO GET TO BEST BEACHES WORKS OUT BETTER THAN TAXIS OR BUSES AND TRANSFER COACHES
AE
United Kingdom
Citroen C1
7/27/20
Easy to drive around the island and gives you access to some beautiful scenery and places of inteest
OK
Netherlands
VW Polo
7/25/20
If you go to Zakynthos you really have to rent a car to explore the beautiful spots!
JA
United Kingdom
Nissan Micra
6/12/19
Beautiful island with dramatic scenery and lovely beaches
PB
Czech Republic
Volkswagen Up
8/23/18
Snorcheling in Gerakas bay, where we saw plenty of colourful fish
Watersports in Banana bay (great meals in Casa Playa (I especially recimmend fresh tuna steak)
Observing of logerhead turtles in Agios Sostis (we saw some in the port,no commertial trips), taxi boat to Turtle Island.
Caves and reefs in Porto Limnionas end Porto Roxa
Fishing in Amoudi, where we were staying (I also recommend taverna Achillion- sea food and coctails).
MD
Belgium
VW Polo
7/23/18
Definitely need a car while on holiday in Zakynthos, otherwise not possible to visit the beautiful island.
Car Rental Statistics
Highest-rated company
Dirent a car Greece
9.6 / 10
Lowest-rated company
GreenMotion
6.6 / 10
Total number of reviews
157
Total rental companies
36
Average daily price
$17.93
Lowest daily price
$11.43
Total cars available
808
Top 36 suppliers in Zakynthos in 2024
Dirent a car Greece
1 location
$17 - $85
Alamo
1 location
$14 - $29
OTOQ
1 location
$14 - $29
CarQ
1 location
$14 - $29
SKG Rent A Car
1 location
$16 - $24
EXER
1 location
$47
Yours Car Rental
1 location
$20 - $128
Avance
1 location
$13 - $45
Cargini
1 location
$16 - $72
Autounion
2 locations
$14 - $141
DRIVE S.A.
1 location
$14 - $141
Autocandia
1 location
$17 - $58
WheeGo
2 locations
$20 - $237
Record-go
1 location
$15 - $102
Selecta rent a car
2 locations
$22 - $266
Budget
2 locations
$13 - $28
ABBYCAR
2 locations
$14 - $52
AddCar
1 location
$20 - $88
Europcar
1 location
$19 - $49
Keddy
1 location
$17 - $41
SIXT
3 locations
$11 - $96
Enterprise
1 location
$15 - $31
Surprice
1 location
$94 - $333
Hertz
2 locations
$19 - $69
National
1 location
$18 - $38
Idea Mobility
1 location
$18 - $38
Thrifty
2 locations
$14 - $62
Avis
3 locations
$16 - $43
Goldcar
1 location
$16 - $43
Xenos Car Rentals
1 location
$16 - $43
Carwiz
3 locations
$134 - $1,548
Finalrentals
1 location
$134 - $1,548
Alma Car Hire
1 location
$20 - $99
Ok Mobility
1 location
$16 - $244
Optimo Rent
1 location
$16 - $244
GreenMotion
4 locations
$14 - $271
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