Travelling from London to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG): What you need to know
You can select from a range of airports when organising a flight from London to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG). Explore your options for departing London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) or Stansted Airport (STN). London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) also service London.
The average time for a direct London to Franjo Tudman Airport flight is 2 hours 15 minutes.
Franjo Tudman Airport is located in Zagreb. The city operates on the UTC+1 timezone and is one hour ahead of London.
The most popular route is from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG). Take your pick of 8 direct services each week. British Airways operates a 6:35am departure between LHR and ZAG.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from London to ZAG.
With more travellers during peak seasons, you'll want to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will help you deal with longer queues.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
You can find a direct flight from London to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) departing from London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
British Airways is a well-known airline that operates direct flights from London to Franjo Tudman Airport jetting out of LHR.
The airline with the highest booking numbers between LHR and ZAG is British Airways.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival performance on this route is British Airways.
Located around 31 kilometres from central London, LHR can be reached in about 55 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour.
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68.18% of flights that leave from London Heathrow Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
You can book a direct London to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) plane ticket out of London Gatwick Airport (LGW). Figure out if flying from LGW works better for your plans.
From LGW, direct flights from London to ZAG are available with Croatia Airlines.
Croatia Airlines is the most popular choice for travellers flying from LGW to ZAG.
You can get to LGW from central London in approximately 1 hour 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey by public transport will take roughly 30 minutes to travel the 80 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your London to ZAG flight? Relax in a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your holiday officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:
As far as flight punctuality goes, London Gatwick Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 69.26%.
Stansted Airport (STN)
One takeoff, one touchdown. You can book a direct flight from London to Franjo Tudman Airport departing from Stansted Airport (STN).
Ryanair is one reputable carrier that offers direct London to ZAG plane tickets from STN.
Ryanair sees the most traveller bookings for flights from STN to ZAG.
Among carriers on this route, Ryanair has the best track record for timely arrivals.
STN is roughly 64 kilometres from central London. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour. If you're planning to use public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Make catching an early London to Franjo Tudman Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Stay at one of these accommodation options close to Stansted Airport and get to the check-in counter without rushing:
The on-time performance rating of STN is 64.73%. In other words, that's how frequently flights from this airport arrive as planned.
About Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
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Booking your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your London to Franjo Tudman Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) to central Zagreb
The centre of Zagreb is roughly 11 kilometres from Franjo Tudman Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary depending on traffic conditions and time of day, so do a little research before you go.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
R 371 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from London to Franjo Tudman Airport. A return flight starts from R 824. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
To snag cheap flights from London to ZAG, book your ticket 11 months ahead of your planned departure.
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The best time to fly from London to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
February is the quietest month for flights from London to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG), while August is the busiest. Work out the best time to go to Zagreb based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a London to ZAG plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Zagreb to range from 14ºC (57ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
January sees temperatures of between -7ºC (19ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Look for cheap tickets from London to Franjo Tudman Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Zagreb
Start your Zagreb trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from London to Franjo Tudman Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
Park Maksimir and Basilica of The Sacred Heart of Jesus are just the start of the popular attractions to put on your Zagreb travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Upper Town.
Explore more of Croatia
Split is just one of the many places in Croatia waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Zagreb. Around 257 kilometres away to the south, its top attractions include Diocletian's Palace, Old Split and Blue lagoon boat tour - Sentinels.
Around 137 kilometres west of Zagreb, Rijeka is another favourite stop in Croatia. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Teatro Fenice, Riječki Karneval and The St. Vitus Cathedral.