Travelling from New York to Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG): What you need to know
Zagreb is six hours ahead of New York. Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport is located in Zagreb, which follows the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from New York to ZAG, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Getting on a plane during a peak time like July? Popular periods (like spring break and New Year) can easily add another hour at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in New York
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even explore another city. When browsing cheap flights from New York to ZAG departing from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Popular options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The journey from central New York to JFK takes around 50 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Have an early flight from New York to Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near New York John F. Kennedy International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of New York John F. Kennedy International Airport, 73% of flights complete their journey on time.
You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Knock a new city off your list or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from New York to Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport, browse these options when leaving from Newark Liberty International Airport:
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
You can get to EWR from central New York in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour to travel the 24 kilometres or so.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your New York to ZAG flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Newark Liberty International Airport:
Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 71%. This figure gives an insight into how frequently flights that take off from this airport land on time.
You'll find EWR at Building 1, Conrad Road.
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
You can book a plane ticket from New York to Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) out of New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) with a stopover. Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is a major connection point.
LGA is around 13 kilometres from central New York. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 30 minutes. If you're thinking about using public transport, you can expect a journey of around 55 minutes.
Stay in bed a little longer and still make your New York to Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport flight with time to spare. These hotels near New York LaGuardia Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're flying out first thing:
Flights departing from LGA reach their destination within the expected time frame 69% of the time.
New York LaGuardia Airport is located at Hangar 7 Centre.
About Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from New York to Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ZAG instead:
For the best deal, book your ride around four weeks in advance of your New York to Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport flight.
Getting from Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) to central Zagreb
Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport is around 11 kilometres from the centre of Zagreb. It takes around 20 minutes or so to drive to the city.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
Right now, $460 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $927. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from New York to ZAG, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
Cheap New York to Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across every month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from New York to Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
Think about your travel style when deciding your trip dates. December is the quietest month to visit Zagreb. July is when most people book flights from New York to Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG), which may be ideal if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
Book a New York to ZAG plane ticket departing in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Zagreb to range from 14ºC to 32ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from New York to Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport in January when temperatures are between -7ºC and 8ºC.
More about Zagreb
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Zagreb right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from New York to Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport:
Park Maksimir and Basilica of The Sacred Heart of Jesus are just two of the leading attractions to put on your Zagreb travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Zagreb Cathedral.
Explore more of Croatia
You've seen Zagreb, now it's time to explore other corners of Croatia. Journey about 257 kilometres south to Split to tick off its top sights. From Diocletian's Palace to Old Split and Peristil, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 137 kilometres west of Zagreb, Rijeka is another favourite stop in Croatia. Start your sightseeing at Teatro Fenice, The St. Vitus Cathedral and Church of St. Nicholas.