Flying from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Zadar Airport (ZAD): what you need to know
Zadar is one hour ahead of Cardiff and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport on time to catch your CWL to ZAD flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
If you want to explore another city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Cardiff Airport to Zadar Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Dublin Airport is a sought-after stop between CWL and ZAD.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Zadar Airport (ZAD)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Cardiff Airport to Zadar Airport flight is R 1,824. A round-trip plane ticket is currently R 3,535. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from CWL to ZAD if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
Getting cheap flights from Cardiff Airport to Zadar Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across every month and land a great deal.
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Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Cardiff Airport to Zadar Airport.
Handy information about Cardiff Airport (CWL)
Of all flights leaving Cardiff Airport, 66.16% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To reach Cardiff Airport from central Cardiff, it'll take about 30 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to CWL? If you've booked an early flight from Cardiff Airport to Zadar Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Zadar Airport (ZAD)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Cardiff Airport to Zadar Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near ZAD instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Zadar Airport rental car. Book your wheels from AVIA Rent, Surprice or Carwiz and see more of Zadar and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Zadar Airport around one week before your trip.
Getting from Zadar Airport (ZAD) to central Zadar
Zadar Airport to central Zadar has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
When to fly to Zadar Airport (ZAD)
The quietest month for a flight from Cardiff Airport to Zadar Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Zadar based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your flight from Cardiff Airport to Zadar Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Zadar, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Search for cheap tickets from CWL to ZAD sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Croatia
Zagreb is just one of the many places in Croatia waiting to be explored once you've seen Zadar. Around 193 kilometres away to the north, top sights here include Zagreb Cathedral, Ban Jelacic Square and Museum of Broken Relationships.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in Croatia, consider Split, roughly 121 kilometres south-east of Zadar. Diocletian's Palace, Marjan Hill Stairs and Riva Harbour are key reasons to visit.