Travelling from Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) to Buenos Aires: what you need to know
Buenos Aires is four hours behind Zagreb, where Franjo Tudman Airport is located. Buenos Aires observes the UTC-3 timezone.
For a relaxed start to your ZAG to Buenos Aires flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
If you're heading away during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
The journey from central Zagreb to ZAG takes around 1 hour on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near ZAG. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Buenos Aires or just don't like being rushed, these hotels put convenience first:
Of the departures from Franjo Tudman Airport, 67.18% touch down on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) to Buenos Aires
$651 is currently the best price for a one-way Franjo Tudman Airport to Buenos Aires flight. A return plane ticket starts at $1,122. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from ZAG to Buenos Aires if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
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Airports in Buenos Aires
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) is around 14 kilometres from the centre of Buenos Aires. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 20 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes around 40 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Buenos Aires, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near AEP:
Pick up a Jorge Newbery Airport rental car and discover Buenos Aires and beyond with your own wheels. Hertz, Localiza and rentar low cost are top providers to choose from here.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Jorge Newbery Airport around one week in advance of your flight from ZAG to Buenos Aires.
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
The centre of Buenos Aires is about 32 kilometres from Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE). After your flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Buenos Aires has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 35 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take about 2 hours 10 minutes on public transport.
After stepping off your ZAG to Buenos Aires flight, kick back at a hotel close to EZE. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or cab lines. Pick up a Ministro Pistarini Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Compare rates and availability from Hertz, Cactus and Localiza.
Get the pick of the lot. Booking your ride from EZE one week ahead of time often means lower prices and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Buenos Aires
Carefully consider your dates before booking your flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Buenos Aires. The city comes alive in high season, but prices are usually higher and attractions can be crowded. Plan your trip to Buenos Aires in the low season for a more relaxed vibe.
Before locking in your Franjo Tudman Airport to Buenos Aires plane ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. January is the warmest month in Buenos Aires, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from ZAG to Buenos Aires around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Buenos Aires
Once you've booked your flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Buenos Aires, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these options your base for exploring Buenos Aires:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Recoleta Cemetery, Obelisco de Buenos Aires and Casa Rosada are leading attractions which should be on every Buenos Aires itinerary.
Explore more of Argentina
Rosario is just one of the many places in Argentina waiting to be discovered once you've seen Buenos Aires. Around 274 kilometres away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including Monumento a la Bandera (Flag Monument), Predio Ferial Parque de la Independencia and Parque Nacional a la Bandera.
Mar Del Plata is another essential stop in Argentina and is around 386 kilometres south of Buenos Aires. No journey is complete without visiting Casino Central de Mar del Plata, Centro Cultural Villa Victoria Ocampo and Villa Ortiz Basualdo.Museo Municipal de Arte Juan Carlos Castagnino.
