Travelling from Buenos Aires to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG): What you need to know
Buenos Aires has two main airports where you can set off on your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Buenos Aires to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) flying out of Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) or Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE).
Zagreb is four hours ahead of Buenos Aires. Franjo Tudman Airport is located in Zagreb, which runs on the UTC+1 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to make your flight from Buenos Aires to ZAG. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During peak travel periods, allow for longer queues and be there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international trips.
Airports in Buenos Aires
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
Travelling from central Buenos Aires to AEP takes about 40 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a comfortable hotel near Jorge Newbery Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Buenos Aires to Franjo Tudman Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Jorge Newbery Airport has a solid on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from AEP arrive on schedule 83.76% of the time.
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
Make the most of your trip with a stopover on your flight from Buenos Aires to Franjo Tudman Airport. Check out these connections between Ministro Pistarini Airport and ZAG:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
EZE is about 32 kilometres from central Buenos Aires. It'll take 35 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours 10 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Buenos Aires to ZAG flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Ministro Pistarini Airport:
Ministro Pistarini Airport has a track record for punctuality. 83.93% of flights leaving here make it to their final destination as planned.
About Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
Have a late flight from Buenos Aires to Franjo Tudman Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Stay at one of these hotels near ZAG and be in snooze mode sooner:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Franjo Tudman Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from AVIA Rent, Green Motion or OK Mobility and see more of Zagreb and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle around four weeks before your Buenos Aires to Franjo Tudman Airport flight.
Getting from Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) to central Zagreb
Central Zagreb is around 11 kilometres from Franjo Tudman Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary depending on traffic conditions and time of day, so do a little research before your trip.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Buenos Aires to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Buenos Aires to Franjo Tudman Airport is R 9,500. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 22,494. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Buenos Aires to ZAG if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from Buenos Aires to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
February is the quietest month for flights from Buenos Aires to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG), while August is the busiest. Find the best time to visit Zagreb based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Zagreb is August, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your Buenos Aires to ZAG plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Search for cheap tickets from Buenos Aires to Franjo Tudman Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -7ºC (19ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about Zagreb
After booking your flight from Buenos Aires to Franjo Tudman Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Zagreb:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Park Maksimir, Basilica of The Sacred Heart of Jesus and Upper Town are must-do's during your Zagreb adventure.
Explore more of Croatia
Split is just one of the many cities in Croatia waiting to be explored after you've experienced Zagreb. Around 257 kilometres away to the south, well-known attractions include Diocletian's Palace, Old Split and Blue lagoon boat tour - Sentinels.
Around 137 kilometres west of Zagreb, Rijeka is another essential stop in Croatia. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Teatro Fenice, Riječki Karneval and The St. Vitus Cathedral.