Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Zagreb Airport (ZAG): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Zagreb Airport.
Zagreb is one hour ahead of London and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to catch your LGW to ZAG flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
Croatia Airlines is your gateway to discovering Zagreb (and maybe even some other great parts of Croatia!). Check out the direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to Zagreb Airport offered by this carrier.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Croatia Airlines on this route.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival performance for LGW to ZAG flights is Croatia Airlines.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Zagreb Airport. Here are the top stopovers between LGW and ZAG:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Copenhagen Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Zagreb Airport (ZAG)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Zagreb Airport flight is R 1,041. A return fare is currently R 2,422. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To get cheap tickets from LGW to ZAG, book your journey two months before your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Zagreb Airport is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from LGW to ZAG by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from London Gatwick Airport to Zagreb Airport.
Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Gatwick Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 82% of flights that take off from LGW reach their destination on time.
To reach London Gatwick Airport from central London, it takes around 1 hour 5 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of about 45 minutes on public transport.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near LGW. Whether you're taking an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Zagreb Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Zagreb Airport (ZAG)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late London Gatwick Airport to Zagreb Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ZAG instead:
Explore without limits with a Zagreb Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from AVIA Rent, Green Motion or OK Mobility and venture far and wide through Zagreb and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Zagreb Airport about four weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Zagreb Airport (ZAG) to central Zagreb
Zagreb Airport is roughly 11 kilometres from central Zagreb. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Zagreb Airport (ZAG)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Zagreb Airport. September is the most popular month to visit Zagreb. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
Lock in your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Zagreb Airport for August if you'd like to explore Zagreb during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LGW to ZAG in January. Average temperatures are between -7ºC (19ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.
Explore more of Croatia
Split is just one of the many places in Croatia waiting to be discovered after you've seen Zagreb. Around 257 kilometres away to the south, check out popular attractions including Diocletian's Palace, Old Split and Peristil.
Around 129 kilometres south-west of Zagreb, Rijeka is another essential stop in Croatia. Experience major highlights starting with Teatro Fenice, The St. Vitus Cathedral and Church of St. Nicholas.