Flying from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 15 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport.
Zagreb is two hours behind Istanbul and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Flights from SAW to ZAG start at 11:20 — the first with Pegasus. The last departure is at 15:05 with Pegasus. Overall, you can choose from four weekly Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your SAW to ZAG flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Jetting into Zagreb (and then discovering more of Croatia!) is easy with Pegasus. This popular carrier has direct flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport.
Pegasus is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
Pegasus is the most punctual carrier that operates SAW to ZAG flights, with 73.08% of its services landing on schedule.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between SAW and ZAG include:
Sofia Airport
Sarajevo International Airport
Zurich Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
Currently, Rs16,629 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs35,538. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from SAW to ZAG. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
November is the cheapest month for flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from SAW to ZAG by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport.
Handy information about Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, 76.93% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Istanbul to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is around 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 55 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The journey when using public transport will take about 1 hour 30 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near SAW? If you've booked an early flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ZAG instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Franjo Tudman Airport rental car. Book your wheels from AVIA Rent, Green Motion or OK Mobility and discover more of Zagreb and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Franjo Tudman Airport about four weeks before you set off.
Getting from Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) to central Zagreb
Franjo Tudman Airport is approximately 16 kilometres from the centre of Zagreb. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
The quietest month for a flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Zagreb based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport for August if you want to go to Zagreb during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 14ºC and 30ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from SAW to ZAG in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -7ºC and 8ºC on average.
Explore more of Croatia
You've seen Zagreb, now it's time to discover more of Croatia. Travel about 257 kilometres south to Split to check off its leading sights. From Diocletian's Palace to Marjan Hill Stairs and Riva Harbour, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 129 kilometres south-west of Zagreb, Rijeka is another essential stop in Croatia. Start your sightseeing at Trsat castle park, Old Gateway (Roman Arch) and Korzo.
