About Zagreb Airport
The airport connects the wider area, with passengers from nearby Sesvete and Karlovac also relying on it for flights.
These are some of the busiest airlines at Zagreb Airport to know about before you book:
Ready to move on from Zagreb? Here are a few places you can travel to on a direct flight from Zagreb Airport:
Frankfurt
Munich
Dubrovnik
Split
Amsterdam
June, July, and August are the busiest months at Zagreb Airport. These are peak summer months when visitors arrive to explore Zagreb and Croatia's wider attractions. Warm weather, long days, and the height of the European holiday season combine to push passenger volumes to their highest point of the year.
January, February, and March are the quietest months at Zagreb Airport. These winter and early-spring months see softer demand, with cold weather and shorter days drawing fewer leisure arrivals. Travel eases off after the holiday season, and visitor numbers stay low until spring approaches.
How to get from Zagreb Airport to Zagreb
Buses are available from the airport to central Zagreb. Jump on the Pleso Prijevoz and travel to a hub like Zagreb Central Bus Station in about 35 minutes.
For a door-to-door option, book a rideshare service from Zagreb Airport with Bolt or Uber.
Zagreb has plenty of taxi options to get you from A to B, such as Cammeo, Eko Taxi and Radio Taxi Zagreb.
The drive from Zagreb Airport to Zagreb will depend on traffic conditions, but it's usually around 25 minutes.
A dedicated airport shuttle bus runs regularly between Zagreb Airport and the city's main bus terminal. Taxis and rideshare services are also available outside the arrivals hall if you prefer a direct door-to-door option.
How to get to Zagreb Airport from Zagreb
If you're travelling from the city by bus, take the Pleso Prijevoz. Get on at Zagreb Central Bus Station and it'll take roughly 35 minutes to reach the airport.
Whether you're driving from central Zagreb or being dropped off, it should take 25 minutes or so to get to the airport.
The most common way to get to Zagreb Airport from the city is by shuttle bus, with services operating from Zagreb's main bus terminal. Taxis and rideshare options, including Uber, are also widely used and pick up directly from the city.
Zagreb Airport facilities
Zagreb Airport has a single terminal.
From cafes and coffee shops and fast food to grab-and-go options, you've got plenty of ways to deal with pre-flight hunger. You'll also find sit-down restaurants.
Make time for a quick shop stop before your flight. Browse or stock up on last-minute items at the convenience stores, duty-free outlets, and fashion and accessories. And if you've still got time before departure, check out the souvenirs and gifts.
Looking for a more comfortable travel experience? Airport lounges give you somewhere to eat, get some work done, or relax before your flight. Business and first class lounges and Membership lounges are some of the main types available at Zagreb Airport.
Parking at Zagreb Airport gives you several choices, including:
Long stay
Pick-up/drop-off
Short stay
Where to stay near Zagreb Airport
Rooms Kaktus works well when your flight to Zagreb Airport has you landing late or leaving early. It's around 3 kilometres away and includes room service, Wi-Fi, and internet access.
Another nearby option is London Rooms Zagreb Airport. Roughly 3 kilometres from the airport, amenities here include a safe deposit box, heating, and a shower.
Dream Hotel also means less time spent getting to or from the airport. It's about 3 kilometres away and includes a banqueting service, air conditioning, a lobby bar, and more.
Car rental options near Zagreb Airport
Flying into Zagreb to start your trip? Pick up a car rental at Zagreb Airport and head straight from arrivals to your first stop.
Check out the offers available with AVIA Rent, Green Motion and OK Mobility.