Flying from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG): what you need to know
The timezone in Zagreb is UTC+1, which is five hours ahead of New York.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your JFK to ZAG flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Stopovers between JFK and ZAG include:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way John F. Kennedy International Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport flight is Rs55,504. A return plane ticket right now is Rs118,775. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from JFK to ZAG. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices throughout the month and land a great deal.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from JFK to ZAG is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a lower fare pops up.
Secure the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
Of the departures from John F. Kennedy International Airport, 74.1% touch down on time at their destination.
Central New York to John F. Kennedy International Airport is approximately 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 50 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near JFK:
Arriving at Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late John F. Kennedy International Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ZAG instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Franjo Tudman Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from AVIA Rent, Green Motion or OK Mobility and find adventure across Zagreb and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Franjo Tudman Airport around four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) to central Zagreb
Franjo Tudman Airport to central Zagreb has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour.
When to fly to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
August is the busiest month for flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport. For smaller crowds, go to Zagreb in February.
The warmest month in Zagreb is August, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC and 30ºC. Book your flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from JFK to ZAG in January. Average temperatures are between -7ºC and 8ºC then.
Explore more of Croatia
You've done Zagreb, now it's time to discover other corners of Croatia. Journey around 257 kilometres south to Split to check off its must-visit sights. From Diocletian's Palace to Marjan Hill Stairs and Riva Harbour, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Rijeka is another sought-after destination in Croatia and is around 129 kilometres south-west of Zagreb. No journey is complete without visiting Trsat castle park, Old Gateway (Roman Arch) and Korzo.