Travelling from Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) to Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG): what you need to know
The timezone in Cartagena is UTC-5, which is six hours behind Zagreb.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your ZAG to CTG flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Flying during a peak time such as August? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) to Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Franjo Tudman Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport flight is Rs110,085. A round-trip fare right now is Rs297,951. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from ZAG to CTG if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
Getting cheap flights from Franjo Tudman Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across the month and land a great deal.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from ZAG to CTG is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a lower fare pops up.
Lock in the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Franjo Tudman Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
Of the departures from Franjo Tudman Airport, 67.18% land on time at their destination.
To get to Franjo Tudman Airport from central Zagreb, it takes around 25 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of about 1 hour on public transport.
Need a convenient hotel near ZAG? If you're catching an early flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)
Reserve a hotel close to CTG if you're on a late Franjo Tudman Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with a Rafael Nunez International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Localiza, Green Motion or Keddy By Europcar and experience more of Cartagena and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Rafael Nunez International Airport about four weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG) to central Cartagena
Rafael Nunez International Airport is roughly 11 kilometres from the centre of Cartagena. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Cartagena. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Cartagena, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 32ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 24ºC and 32ºC. Look for cheap tickets from ZAG to CTG sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Colombia
You've visited Cartagena, now it's time to explore other parts of Colombia. Journey about 467 kilometres south to Medellin to check off its top sights. From Parque Arvi to Comuna 13 and Botero Plaza, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Barranquilla is another essential stop in Colombia and is around 97 kilometres north-east of Cartagena. No journey is complete without dropping by La Casa del Carnaval Elsa Caridi, Museo del Caribe and Malecón Puerta de Oro.
