Flying from Split Airport (SPU) to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Split Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 45 minutes.
Split and Zagreb share the UTC+1 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
Each week, there are 132 Split Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport flights. If you want to take off early, go for the 06:15 Croatia Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight is at 22:00 with Croatia Airlines.
Leave enough time to make your SPU to ZAG flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Croatia Airlines is your ticket to exploring Zagreb (and perhaps some other great parts of Croatia!). Check out the direct flights from Split Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Croatia Airlines.
Croatia Airlines is the most punctual carrier that operates SPU to ZAG flights. An exceptional 80.88% of its services on this route land on time.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Split Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between SPU and ZAG:
Vienna International Airport
Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport
Pula Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Split Airport (SPU) to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
Currently, £35 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Split Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is £77. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Get cheap tickets from SPU to ZAG by booking seven months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Split Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from SPU to ZAG by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.
Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Split Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Split Airport (SPU)
77.36% of flights taking off from Split Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Central Split to Split Airport is around 14 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Expect a trip time of roughly 55 minutes when using public transport.
Need a handy hotel close to SPU? If you've booked an early flight from Split Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Split Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ZAG instead:
Pick up a Franjo Tudman Airport rental car and discover Zagreb and beyond with your own wheels. AVIA Rent, Green Motion and OK Mobility are popular outlets you can book with here.
Booking your ride from Franjo Tudman Airport about four weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) to central Zagreb
Franjo Tudman Airport to central Zagreb has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 10 miles away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour.
When to fly to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Split Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Zagreb. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
When reserving your flight from Split Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Zagreb, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SPU to ZAG in January. Average temperatures are between -7ºC (19ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.
Explore more of Croatia
Zagreb has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Croatia waiting to be explored. Around 160 miles south of Zagreb, a visit to Split will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Diocletian's Palace, Marjan Hill Stairs and Riva Harbour.
Rijeka is another standout destination in Croatia and is around 80 miles south-west of Zagreb. No trip is complete without a visit to Trsat castle park, Old Gateway (Roman Arch) and Korzo.