Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Zadar Airport (ZAD): what you need to know
Zadar's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Zadar eight hours ahead of San Francisco.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport with enough time to board your SFO to ZAD flight.
Flying during a peak month like August? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from San Francisco International Airport to Zadar Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between SFO and ZAD include:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Copenhagen Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Zadar Airport (ZAD)
At the moment, $1,184 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Zadar Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $737. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from SFO to ZAD, book early. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from San Francisco International Airport to Zadar Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across each month and bag a great deal.
Finding cheap flights from SFO to ZAD couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from San Francisco International Airport to Zadar Airport.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
77.36% of flights leaving from San Francisco International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
To get to San Francisco International Airport from central San Francisco, it'll take about 20 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 13 miles from the airport to the city center.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
Taking an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Zadar Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to SFO:
Arriving at Zadar Airport (ZAD)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a San Francisco International Airport to Zadar Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ZAD instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Zadar Airport rental car. Book your wheels from AVIA Rent, Surprice or Carwiz and venture far and wide through Zadar and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Zadar Airport about one week ahead.
Getting from Zadar Airport (ZAD) to central Zadar
Zadar Airport to central Zadar has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 8 miles away.
When to fly to Zadar Airport (ZAD)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Zadar Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Zadar. If you want a quieter vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Zadar Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Zadar, with temperatures ranging from 66ºF to 86ºF.
Search for cheap tickets from SFO to ZAD in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 32ºF and 52ºF on average.
Explore more of Croatia
Zagreb is just one of the many cities in Croatia waiting to be discovered once you've seen Zadar. Around 120 miles away to the north, its top attractions include Zagreb Cathedral, Ban Jelacic Square and Museum of Broken Relationships.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in Croatia, consider Split, about 75 miles south-east of Zadar. Diocletian's Palace, Marjan Hill Stairs and Riva Harbor are the start of reasons to visit.
