Flying from Belfast to Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG): What you need to know
Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport is located in Zagreb. The city runs on the UTC+1 timezone and is one hour ahead of Belfast.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from Belfast to ZAG.
Popular months like June or other busy periods mean longer waiting times and potential delays. Stay on schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Belfast to ZAG. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Belfast International Airport (BFS). Make a stop (and maybe make your fare cheaper) by passing through one of these airports:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
London Stansted Airport (STN)
Travelling from central Belfast to BFS takes about 45 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Belfast to Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to Belfast International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Belfast International Airport, 68% of flights complete their journey on time.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Add another location to your travels or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Belfast to Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport, browse these options when departing from George Best Belfast City Airport:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
With public transport, you can travel from central Belfast to BHD in about 25 minutes. The airport is roughly 5 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 15 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before your Belfast to ZAG flight, kick back in one of these hotels near George Best Belfast City Airport:
69% of flights out of George Best Belfast City Airport make it to their destination as expected.
About Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Belfast to Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near ZAG:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from AVIA Rent, Green Motion or OK Mobility to explore Zagreb and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Belfast to Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport flight.
Getting from Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) to central Zagreb
Central Zagreb is around 11 kilometres from Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport and takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. Look into how to get from the airport to the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
Currently, $111 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Belfast to Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $139. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Belfast to ZAG. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
If you have some flexibility with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when searching for your Belfast to Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Belfast to Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Belfast to Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG). July is the busiest month to travel to Zagreb. If you like things a bit more low-key, go in January.
Book a Belfast to ZAG plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Zagreb to range from 14ºC (57ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Belfast to Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport in January when temperatures are between -7ºC (19ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about Zagreb
Once you've booked your flight from Belfast to Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Zagreb:
Park Maksimir and Basilica of The Sacred Heart of Jesus are just the start of the popular attractions to add to your Zagreb travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Upper Town.
Explore more of Croatia
Split is just one of the many places in Croatia waiting to be explored once you've seen Zagreb. Around 257 kilometres away to the south, its best attractions include Diocletian's Palace, Old Split and Blue lagoon boat tour - "Sentinels".
Rijeka is another well-known destination in Croatia and is around 137 kilometres west of Zagreb. No journey is complete without seeing Teatro Fenice, Riječki Karneval and The St. Vitus Cathedral.