Flying from Frankfurt to Zadar Airport (ZAD): What you need to know
There are two main airports you can take off from in Frankfurt. Check out your options leaving from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) or Frankfurt Hahn Airport (HHN) when searching for a flight from Frankfurt to Zadar Airport (ZAD).
Jump on a direct Frankfurt to Zadar Airport flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 35 minutes.
Zadar Airport is located in Zadar. The city's timezone is UTC+1 — the same as Frankfurt.
The busiest route is from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Zadar Airport (ZAD). Choose from 2 direct services every week. EW Discover operates a 7:35am departure between FRA and ZAD.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Get to the airport on time to catch your flight from Frankfurt to ZAD.
Flying over a peak time like August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
You can take a direct flight from Frankfurt to Zadar Airport (ZAD) leaving from Frankfurt Airport (FRA).
When departing from FRA, you can take a direct flight from Frankfurt to Zadar Airport with EW Discover.
The most frequently booked airline between FRA and ZAD is Discover Airlines.
FRA is around 11 kms (7 miles) from central Frankfurt. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 20 minutes.
Looking for a comfortable hotel near Frankfurt Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Frankfurt to Zadar Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
67% of flights that take off from Frankfurt Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Frankfurt Hahn Airport (HHN)
Consider starting your journey from Frankfurt Hahn Airport (HHN). You can book a direct Frankfurt to Zadar Airport (ZAD) plane ticket with departures from here.
Ryanair offers direct flights from Frankfurt to ZAD leaving from HHN. Book your favourite aisle (or window) seat and get to your destination in a single journey.
On the HHN to ZAD route, Ryanair is the go-to airline for most travellers on this route.
HHN is about 121 kms (75 miles) from central Frankfurt. It'll take you 1 hour 25 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 2 hours 10 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Frankfurt to ZAD flight? Check in to a hotel near Frankfurt Hahn Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
Frankfurt Hahn Airport has an on-time performance of 53%. This figure highlights how frequently flights that take off from this airport arrive on schedule.
About Zadar Airport (ZAD)
Book a hotel close to ZAD if you have a late flight from Frankfurt to Zadar Airport. Pick one of these options and call it a night faster:
Follow your own route with a Zadar Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from AVIA Rent, Surprice or Carwiz and experience more of Zadar and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle around one week ahead of your Frankfurt to Zadar Airport flight.
Getting from Zadar Airport (ZAD) to central Zadar
From Zadar Airport, central Zadar is around 10 kms (6 miles) away. It takes about 15 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
It typically takes 25 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Zadar Airport (ZAD)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Frankfurt to Zadar Airport is £15. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £32. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Frankfurt to ZAD. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
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The best time to fly from Frankfurt to Zadar Airport (ZAD)
February is the quietest month for flights from Frankfurt to Zadar Airport (ZAD), while August is the most popular. Figure out the ideal time to visit Zadar based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your Frankfurt to ZAD plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Zadar, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 30ºC.
January sees temperatures of between 0ºC and 11ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Frankfurt to Zadar Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Zadar
Start your Zadar trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Frankfurt to Zadar Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Plitvice National Park Full Day Tour from Zadar and Zadar Sunset are just a couple of the popular attractions to add to your Zadar to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Zadar City Walls.
Explore more of Croatia
Zadar has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Croatia just waiting to be discovered. Around 193 kms (120 miles) north of Zadar, a visit to Zagreb will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Park Maksimir, Basilica of The Sacred Heart of Jesus and Upper Town.
Split is another favourite destination in Croatia and is around 113 kms (70 miles) southeast of Zadar. No journey is complete without seeing Diocletian's Palace, Old Split and Blue lagoon boat tour - "Sentinels".