Cheap Flights from Frankfurt (FRAN) to Zagreb (ZAG)

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Frankfurt to Zagreb Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £80. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Frankfurt to Zagreb

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Frankfurt to Zagreb flights are currently cheapest in April.

Direct flights from Frankfurt to Zagreb

Frankfurt to Zagreb: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Frankfurt to Zagreb below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Zagreb.

Frankfurt to Zagreb: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£80
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time1 hr, 31 mins
Most popular airlineLufthansa
Average flights per week462

Finding cheap flights from Frankfurt to Zagreb: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Frankfurt to Zagreb is £80. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 31 minutes is the average flight time from Frankfurt to Zagreb.
Lufthansa, Croatia Airlines and United fly direct from Frankfurt to Zagreb.
As of March 2026, there are 462 flights per week flying from Frankfurt to Zagreb.
The cheapest month to fly from Frankfurt to Zagreb is usually April.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Frankfurt to Zagreb Airport on Monday, 13 April 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 31 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Zagreb but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Zagreb is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Flying from Frankfurt to Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG): What you need to know

  • Frankfurt has two main airports where you can set off on your adventure. Check out your options for booking a flight from Frankfurt to Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) leaving from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) or Frankfurt Hahn Airport (HHN).

  • Expect to be in the air for 1 hour 25 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct Frankfurt to Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport flight.

  • Frankfurt and Zagreb (where Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport is located) share the UTC+1 timezone. That means you won't need to adjust your watch on arrival.

  • With 33 direct flights a week between the two airports, Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) is the most popular route. Croatia Airlines operates the earliest flight at 9:30am. If you'd like to get more out of your day before you fly, the latest flight from FRA to ZAG is with Lufthansa at 10:15pm.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Frankfurt to ZAG. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.

  • Popular months like September or other peak periods mean longer lines and potential delays. Get a head start by arriving at the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

Airports in Frankfurt

Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

  • You can book a direct flight from Frankfurt to Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) leaving from Frankfurt Airport (FRA).

  • Croatia Airlines is a leading airline that offers direct flights from Frankfurt to Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport jetting out of FRA.

  • The top choice among passengers flying between FRA and ZAG is Croatia Airlines.

  • The carrier with the top on-time arrival rate on this route is Croatia Airlines.

  • FRA is about 11 kms (7 miles) from central Frankfurt. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 20 minutes.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel near Frankfurt Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Frankfurt to Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:

  • Of the departures from Frankfurt Airport, 74% touch down on time at their destination.

Frankfurt Hahn Airport (HHN)

  • Think about setting out from Frankfurt Hahn Airport (HHN). You can book a direct Frankfurt to Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) plane ticket with departures from here.

  • Ryanair operates direct flights from Frankfurt to ZAG leaving from HHN. Book your favourite aisle (or window) seat and reach your destination in a single hop.

  • Ryanair is the most popular choice for passengers flying from HHN to ZAG.

  • Ryanair is the most punctual carrier flying from Frankfurt Hahn Airport to Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport, with 73.91% of its services arriving as planned.

  • Using public transport, you can travel from central Frankfurt to HHN in about 2 hours 10 minutes. The airport is roughly 121 kms (75 miles) away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 1 hour 25 minutes.

  • Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Frankfurt to ZAG flight? Check in to a hotel near Frankfurt Hahn Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:

  • Frankfurt Hahn Airport has a track record for punctuality. 82% of flights leaving here meet their scheduled arrival times without fail.

About Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)

Getting from Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) to central Zagreb

  • From Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport, central Zagreb is around 11 kms (7 miles) away. It takes about 20 minutes to reach the city centre by car.

  • If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)

  • At the moment, £33 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Frankfurt to Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is £80. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Book 11 months before travelling. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Frankfurt to ZAG.

  • The best month for finding cheap Frankfurt to Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport tickets is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.

  • Snapping up a cheap plane ticket from Frankfurt to ZAG is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a lower fare pops up.

  • Filters make it easier to snap up a deal on your flight from Frankfurt to Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport. Pick the departure times, carriers and stops that line up with your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the most affordable option fast.

The best time to fly from Frankfurt to Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)

  • December is the quietest month for flights from Frankfurt to Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG), while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Zagreb based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.

  • The warmest month in Zagreb is August, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your Frankfurt to ZAG plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • January sees temperatures of between -7ºC and 8ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Frankfurt to Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.

More about Zagreb

  • Once you've booked your flight from Frankfurt to Zagreb 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 visit to Zagreb should come with a side of sightseeing. Leading attractions that should be on your list include Park Maksimir, Basilica of The Sacred Heart of Jesus and Zagreb Cathedral.

Explore more of Croatia

  • Split is just one of the many places in Croatia waiting to be explored after you've seen Zagreb. Around 257 kms (160 miles) away to the south, its top attractions include Diocletian's Palace, Old Split and Peristil.

  • If you want to check out another corner of Croatia, head for Rijeka, roughly 137 kms (85 miles) west of Zagreb. Teatro Fenice, The St. Vitus Cathedral and Church of St. Nicholas are among the biggest draws.

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