Travelling from Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) to Tokyo: what you need to know
The timezone in Tokyo is UTC+9. The city is eight hours ahead of Zagreb, where Franjo Tudman Airport is located.
Give yourself enough time to get on your ZAG to Tokyo flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself a bit more breathing room. A good general rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
ZAG is about 7 miles from central Zagreb. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour.
Have an early flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Tokyo? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near ZAG:
67.18% of flights taking off from Franjo Tudman Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) to Tokyo
£241 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Franjo Tudman Airport to Tokyo flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is £499. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap flights from ZAG to Tokyo, book as early as possible. Airlines generally offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
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Airports in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Haneda Airport (HND) to the centre of Tokyo takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 10 miles away.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Tokyo. Check in to one of these accommodation options near HND instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Haneda Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Europcar, Nissan Rent a Car or Times and discover more of Tokyo and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Haneda Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from ZAG to Tokyo.
You'll find HND at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Narita International Airport (NRT) is about 40 miles from central Tokyo. Following your flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Tokyo, it'll take you around 1 hour to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel close to NRT. Here are a few options where you can check in after your ZAG to Tokyo flight:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Narita International Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Airport Car Hire, JDM Rent a car or Miki Car Hire and get going in the blink of an eye.
Get the pick of the lot. Booking your ride from NRT four weeks in advance often means better prices and a greater range of vehicles.
Narita International Airport is located at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
Visit Tokyo in high season if you like a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Franjo Tudman Airport to Tokyo in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
The warmest month in Tokyo is August, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your Franjo Tudman Airport to Tokyo plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
February sees average temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from ZAG to Tokyo around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Tokyo
Start your Tokyo trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Tokyo, check out our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Senso-ji Temple Yogodo, Tokyo Tower and Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing are major attractions which should be on any good Tokyo itinerary.
Explore more of Japan
Osaka is just one of the many cities in Japan waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Tokyo. Around 250 miles away to the west, top sights here include Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan.
Around 160 miles west of Tokyo, Nagoya is another favourite stop in Japan. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Nagoya Castle, Atsuta Shrine and Osu Kannon Temple.