Flying from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 40 minutes.
Alicante and Zagreb follow the same timezone, UTC+1.
To ensure you get on your ALC to ZAG flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
Getting to Zagreb (and then discovering more of Croatia!) is a cinch with Ryanair. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Alicante-Elche Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Ryanair on this route.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrivals for ALC to ZAG flights is Ryanair.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Alicante-Elche Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between ALC and ZAG:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Weeze Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Alicante-Elche Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport flight is R 448. A round-trip ticket is currently R 896. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap tickets from ALC to ZAG, reserve your journey six months ahead of your departure.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Alicante-Elche Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across every month.
Snapping up cheap flights from ALC to ZAG is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Alicante-Elche Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport.
Handy information about Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
73.22% of flights that depart Alicante-Elche Airport reach their destination on schedule.
To reach Alicante-Elche Airport from central Alicante, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport takes about 45 minutes.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near ALC. Whether you're catching an early flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on an Alicante-Elche Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near ZAG instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Franjo Tudman Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from AVIA Rent, Green Motion or OK Mobility to explore Zagreb and beyond.
Booking your ride from Franjo Tudman Airport around four weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) to central Zagreb
Franjo Tudman Airport to the centre of Zagreb has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour.
When to fly to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
The quietest month for a flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Zagreb based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport for August if you want to explore Zagreb during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -7ºC (19ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Look for cheap tickets from ALC to ZAG sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Croatia
Split is just one of the many cities in Croatia waiting to be explored after you've seen Zagreb. Around 257 kilometres away to the south, top sights here include Diocletian's Palace, Marjan Hill Stairs and Riva Harbour.
Rijeka is another well-known destination in Croatia and is around 129 kilometres south-west of Zagreb. No trip is complete without visiting Trsat castle park, Old Gateway (Roman Arch) and Korzo.