Traveling from Phoenix to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG): What you need to know
Planning your trip starts with working out where you'll leave from in Phoenix. Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for booking a flight from Phoenix to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) jetting off from here.
Franjo Tudman Airport is located in Zagreb. The city follows the UTC+1 timezone and is eight hours ahead of Phoenix.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from Phoenix to ZAG. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During high season, expect longer wait times and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international trips.
Airports in Phoenix
Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SCF)
SCF is around 20 miles from central Phoenix. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 55 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Phoenix to Franjo Tudman Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels are just the thing:
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)
Experience more along the way with a stopover on your flight from Phoenix to Franjo Tudman Airport. Here's where you can connect between Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport and ZAG:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
You can arrive at PHX from the center of Phoenix in approximately 10 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport takes roughly 35 minutes to travel the 5 miles or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Phoenix to ZAG flight? Check in to a hotel near Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport before your adventure officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
Most flights that leave Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport land at their destination as planned. It maintains a strong on-time performance rate of 82.57%.
You'll find PHX at 3400 Sky Harbor Boulevard.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
Is around AZA 35 miles from central Phoenix. Driving from the city center to the airport takes about 40 minutes.
Take the uncertainty out of departure day — stay close to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport and know you'll make it to your boarding gate with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Phoenix to Franjo Tudman Airport flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights reach their destinations without delays. At AZA, that rate is 78.65%.
The address of Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport is 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..
About Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
Have a late flight from Phoenix to Franjo Tudman Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Check in to one of these hotels near ZAG and turn out the lights sooner:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Franjo Tudman Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from AVIA Rent, Green Motion or OK Mobility to explore Zagreb and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Phoenix to Franjo Tudman Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) to central Zagreb
Franjo Tudman Airport is about 7 miles from central Zagreb. How long it'll take to get to the center in a cab or car rental depends on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
When traveling by public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
At the moment, $264 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Phoenix to Franjo Tudman Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $629. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Phoenix to ZAG if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
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The best time to fly from Phoenix to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Phoenix to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG). August is when most people travel to Zagreb. If crowds aren't your thing, think about going in February.
When booking your Phoenix to ZAG plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Zagreb, with temperatures ranging from 57ºF to 86ºF.
January sees temperatures of between 19ºF and 46ºF. Look for cheap tickets from Phoenix to Franjo Tudman Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Zagreb
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Zagreb right here. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from Phoenix to Franjo Tudman Airport:
Your Zagreb visit won't be complete without checking out the sights. Attractions you can't miss include Park Maksimir, Basilica of The Sacred Heart of Jesus and Upper Town.
Explore more of Croatia
You've visited Zagreb, now it's time to discover other parts of Croatia. Journey about 160 miles south to Split to check off its popular sights. From Diocletian's Palace to Old Split and Blue lagoon boat tour - Sentinels, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're looking to explore another side of Croatia, consider Rijeka, about 85 miles west of Zagreb. Teatro Fenice, Riječki Karneval and The St. Vitus Cathedral are among the biggest draws.
