Getting there
Zante (Zakynthos) is a Greek island in the Ionian Sea. From London Heathrow the flight is just under four hours.[1] The airport is about 7 km from Laganas. See Zante airport to Laganas.
When to go
The main season runs from May to September, with July and August the hottest and busiest months.[2] Late May is the start of the season, with milder heat, which is when Zante opening week runs. See Zante weather by month.
Where to stay
- Laganas: Zante's party resort, built around nightlife, with a long sandy beach.[3] See hotels in Laganas.
- Kalamaki: a long sandy beach about 5 km from Laganas, with quiet hotels.[3]
- Tsilivi: the resort most families end up in.[3]
- Argassi: lively but not rowdy, with a strip of restaurants and bars.[3]
- Alykanas: a smaller, relaxed resort with tavernas.[3]
Party holidays
For nightlife, see the Zante strip, clubs in Zante and Zante nightlife by area. Trick Zante's package is 5 nights all-inclusive in opening week, 26 to 31 May 2027.
Things to do
Beaches, boat trips and the famous sights are in best beaches in Zante and things to do in Laganas.
Before you book
- Check your passport and entry rules in the student guide.
- Take out travel insurance that covers what you plan to do.
- Use the packing list before you go.
Sources
- British Airways: Flights to Zantebritishairways.com ↗
- Jet2holidays: Laganasjet2holidays.com ↗
- Olympic Holidays: Where to stay in Zanteolympicholidays.com ↗
Written from public sources on 28 October 2026. Prices, hours and rules change each season, so check with the operator or your rep. Trick Zante is a package holiday organiser, and the venues and operators mentioned are run by their own organisers.