Flying from Velana International Airport (MLE) to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG): what you need to know
Zagreb's timezone is UTC+1, making Zagreb four hours behind Malé.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your MLE to ZAG flight.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
If you want to break up your flight, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Velana International Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between MLE and ZAG:
Hamad International Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Vienna International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Velana International Airport (MLE) to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Velana International Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport flight is R 6,823. A round-trip plane ticket is currently R 13,079. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap tickets from MLE to ZAG, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap flights from Velana International Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices across every month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Velana International Airport (MLE)
77.73% of flights departing from Velana International Airport land at their destination on time.
Central Malé to Velana International Airport is approximately 5 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near MLE. Whether you have an early flight from Velana International Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
If you're arriving on a late Velana International Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these accommodation options near ZAG:
Get on the fast track to 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.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Franjo Tudman Airport around four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) to central Zagreb
Franjo Tudman Airport is approximately 16 kilometres from central Zagreb. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you around 1 hour.
When to fly to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
The quietest month for a flight from Velana International Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Zagreb based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Before locking in your flight from Velana International Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Zagreb, with the temperature ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -7ºC (19ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MLE to ZAG around that time 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 discovered after you've seen Zagreb. Around 257 kilometres away to the south, its top attractions include Diocletian's Palace, Marjan Hill Stairs and Riva Harbour.
If you want to check out another side of Croatia, consider Rijeka, about 129 kilometres south-west of Zagreb. Trsat castle park, Old Gateway (Roman Arch) and Korzo are among its highlights.