Flying from Milan to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG): What you need to know
You can choose from a range of airports when organising your flight from Milan to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG). Explore your options for leaving from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) and Milano Linate Airport (LIN).
Expect to be travelling for 1 hour 10 minutes. That's the average time for a direct Milan to Franjo Tudman Airport flight.
Zagreb (where Franjo Tudman Airport is located) and Milan share the UTC+1 timezone. You can plan your trip without factoring in timezone differences.
To ensure you get on your flight from Milan to ZAG, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're flying during high season, so allow some extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Reach your destination without the detour from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP). Nonstop flights from Milan to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) operate from here.
You can lock in a direct flight from Milan to Franjo Tudman Airport with Croatia Airlines. This well-known airline offers services from MXP.
The majority of passengers prefer to fly with Croatia Airlines between MXP and ZAG.
MXP is around 48 kilometres from central Milan. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 55 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Milan to Franjo Tudman Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by picking one of these stays near Milano Malpensa Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Milano Malpensa Airport, 68.23% of flights complete their journey on time.
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Consider starting your journey from Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY). You can book a direct Milan to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) flight ticket from this popular hub.
Take a direct flight from Milan to ZAG with Ryanair. This is one of the top airlines flying this route out of BGY.
Ryanair is the most popular choice for travellers flying from BGY to ZAG.
Among the carriers operating flights between Orio al Serio International Airport and Franjo Tudman Airport, Ryanair has the most consistent on-time performance.
BGY is about 64 kilometres from central Milan. It'll take you 1 hour or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 2 hours 20 minutes.
Got an early start? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Orio al Serio International Airport the day before your Milan to ZAG flight:
67.49% of flights out of Orio al Serio International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
Lock in a flight ticket from Milan to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) departing from Milano Linate Airport (LIN) with a stop or two. Some popular stopovers between LIN and ZAG are:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Naples International Airport (NAP)
From central Milan, LIN is around 11 kilometres away. It takes roughly 30 minutes to get there by car and 45 minutes or so if you're on public transport.
Rest a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Milan to Franjo Tudman Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These accommodation options near Milano Linate Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're jetting off early:
Flights that depart from LIN arrive at their destination within the expected time frame 79.56% of the time.
About Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Milan to Franjo Tudman Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ZAG instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Franjo Tudman Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from AVIA Rent, Green Motion or OK Mobility and see more of Zagreb and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Milan to Franjo Tudman Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) to central Zagreb
Central Zagreb is roughly 11 kilometres from Franjo Tudman Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary depending on traffic conditions and time of day, so do a little research ahead of time.
It'll take around 1 hour to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
Currently, Rs4,888 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Milan to Franjo Tudman Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs11,072. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book 11 months before your departure date. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Milan to ZAG.
The best month for landing cheap Milan to Franjo Tudman Airport tickets is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Milan to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
Picture the kind of break you want when picking your flight dates. February is the quietest month to go to Zagreb. August is when most people book flights from Milan to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG), which may be perfect if you're after more excitement.
When booking your Milan to ZAG flight ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Zagreb, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC to 30ºC.
January has temperatures of between -7ºC and 8ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Milan to Franjo Tudman Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Zagreb
After booking your flight from Milan to Franjo Tudman Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Zagreb:
Your trip to Zagreb won't be complete without checking out the sights. Major attractions worth exploring include Park Maksimir, Basilica of The Sacred Heart of Jesus and Upper Town.
Explore more of Croatia
You've done Zagreb, now it's time to discover more of Croatia. Journey about 257 kilometres south to Split to tick off its leading sights. From Diocletian's Palace to Old Split and Blue lagoon boat tour - Sentinels, your itinerary will be busy.
If there's time to check out another great destination in Croatia, consider Rijeka, about 137 kilometres west of Zagreb. Teatro Fenice, Riječki Karneval and The St. Vitus Cathedral are key highlights.
