Travelling from Shanghai to Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG): What you need to know
The timezone in Zagreb is UTC+1, which is seven hours behind Shanghai. Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport is located in Zagreb.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport with enough time to board your flight from Shanghai to ZAG.
Flying during a peak month such as February? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
We make it simple to book cheap flights from Shanghai to ZAG with a stopover. To explore all the options leaving from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers between PVG and ZAG include:
Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Brussels Airport (BRU)
PVG is around 48 kilometres from central Shanghai. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 50 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Shanghai to Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to Shanghai Pudong International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Shanghai Pudong International Airport, data shows 78% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
On public transport, you can travel from central Shanghai to SHA in about 40 minutes. The airport is roughly 14 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 30 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Shanghai to ZAG flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport:
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is known for its commitment to punctuality. 86% of flights leaving here land when expected.
SHA is located at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
About Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
If you have a late flight from Shanghai to Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near ZAG:
Go where the road takes you with a Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from AVIA Rent, Green Motion or OK Mobility and venture far and wide through Zagreb and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Shanghai to Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport flight.
Getting from Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) to central Zagreb
From Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport, central Zagreb is around 11 kilometres away. It takes about 20 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
Rs94,573 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport. Return flights start from Rs205,769. These prices can change depending on demand.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Shanghai to ZAG if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
If you have some flexibility with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for your Shanghai to Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport ticket.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal on plane tickets from Shanghai to ZAG.
Lock in a cheap flight from Shanghai to Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport by using filters. Select your ideal departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Shanghai to Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
July is when most people book flights from Shanghai to Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG). Plan your visit to Zagreb in January if you'd rather avoid peak season.
Book a Shanghai to ZAG plane ticket departing in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Zagreb to range from 14ºC to 30ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Shanghai to Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport in January when temperatures are between -7ºC and 8ºC.
More about Zagreb
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Zagreb right here. Browse these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Shanghai to Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Park Maksimir, Basilica of The Sacred Heart of Jesus and Upper Town are must-do's during your Zagreb adventure.
Explore more of Croatia
Zagreb will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Croatia you should also see. About 257 kilometres south of Zagreb, a trip to Split will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Diocletian's Palace, Old Split and Blue lagoon boat tour - "Sentinels".
Around 137 kilometres west of Zagreb, Rijeka is another favourite stop in Croatia. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Teatro Fenice, Riječki Karneval and The St. Vitus Cathedral.
