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Kos or Zakynthos?
Both are food, nature and beaches destinations in Europe. Kos adds history and culture. Zakynthos adds adventure and romantic.
| Kos | Zakynthos | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Greece | Greece |
| Cost of a week | mid-priced | mid-priced |
| Crowds at peak | medium | medium |
| Best months | May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep | May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep |
| Warmest month | July, 31°C | July, 31°C |
| Coolest month | January, 15°C | January, 12°C |
| Known for | Asklepion, Neratzia Castle, Plane Tree of Hippocrates, Embros Thermae | Navagio Beach, Blue Caves, Keri Lighthouse, Gerakas Beach, Marathonisi |
Month by month, side by side
| Month | Kos | Zakynthos |
|---|---|---|
| Jan | 15°C | 12°C |
| Feb | 15°C | 13°C |
| Mar | 15°C | 13°C |
| Apr | 19°C | 16°C |
| May | 23°C | 22°C |
| Jun | 27°C | 27°C |
| Jul | 31°C | 31°C |
| Aug | 31°C | 30°C |
| Sep | 28°C | 26°C |
| Oct | 24°C | 22°C |
| Nov | 21°C | 18°C |
| Dec | 17°C | 14°C |
So which one?
Pick Kos if…
you want history and culture.
Pick Zakynthos if…
you want adventure and romantic.
Both are at their best in May, June, July, August, September.
Book whichever wins
Common questions
Is Kos or Zakynthos cheaper?
Kos is mid-priced for a week, Zakynthos is mid-priced.
Which is warmer, Kos or Zakynthos?
Kos peaks at 31°C in July; Zakynthos peaks at 31°C in July.
Can you do both in one trip?
Yes — they are in the same country, so combining them is straightforward.
Temperatures are measured averages (ERA5, Open-Meteo). Hotel links are partner links — your price is unchanged.