Travelling from Ottawa to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG): What you need to know
Ottawa's main base, Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW), is where new adventures begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Ottawa to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG).
The timezone in Zagreb is UTC+1, which is five hours ahead of Ottawa. Franjo Tudman Airport is located in Zagreb.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport with enough time to board your flight from Ottawa to ZAG.
In peak travel periods, allow for longer queues and get there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international trips.
Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
YND is about 24 kilometres from central Ottawa. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 40 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Ottawa to Franjo Tudman Airport? Stay at a hotel near Ottawa Gatineau Airport, such as Meilleure Auberge. Lovely Room 4mins From Gatineau-Ottawa Airport will also put you moments from the departure gate.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
You can get to YOW from central Ottawa in approximately 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport takes roughly 45 minutes to travel the 13 kilometres or so.
Catching an early morning flight? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport the day before your Ottawa to ZAG flight:
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 58.21%. This figure gives an insight into how often flights that depart from this airport reach their destination on time.
YOW is located at 50 Airport Road.
About Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Ottawa to Franjo Tudman Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ZAG instead:
Grab a Franjo Tudman Airport rental car and discover Zagreb and beyond with your own set of wheels. AVIA Rent, Green Motion and OK Mobility are leading providers you can book with here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Ottawa to Franjo Tudman Airport flight.
Getting from Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) to central Zagreb
Franjo Tudman Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Zagreb. How long it'll take to get there in a cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
Currently, R 5,747 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Ottawa to Franjo Tudman Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 10,449. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Ottawa to ZAG, book in advance. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Ottawa to Franjo Tudman Airport tickets across every month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you when a better deal is available on plane tickets from Ottawa to ZAG.
Uncover a great deal on a flight from Ottawa to Franjo Tudman Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'
The best time to fly from Ottawa to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
February is the quietest month for flights from Ottawa to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG), while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Zagreb based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your Ottawa to ZAG plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Zagreb, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
January sees temperatures of between -7ºC (19ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Ottawa to Franjo Tudman Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Zagreb
After booking your flight from Ottawa 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:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Park Maksimir, Basilica of The Sacred Heart of Jesus and Upper Town are must-visits when exploring Zagreb.
Explore more of Croatia
Split is just one of the many cities in Croatia waiting to be discovered once you've seen Zagreb. Around 257 kilometres away to the south, top sights here include Diocletian's Palace, Old Split and Blue lagoon boat tour - Sentinels.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in Croatia, consider Rijeka, roughly 137 kilometres west of Zagreb. Teatro Fenice, Riječki Karneval and The St. Vitus Cathedral are among its highlights.
