Travelling from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG): what you need to know
Zagreb is five hours ahead of Washington DC and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you get on your IAD to ZAG flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as April, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Washington Dulles International Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between IAD and ZAG:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
Currently, 225 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Washington Dulles International Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 649 €. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from IAD to ZAG. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across each month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
IAD's address is 1 Saarinen Circle.
When it comes to Washington Dulles International Airport's on-time performance, 74.39% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Washington Dulles International Airport from central Washington DC, it'll take about 50 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 56 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 3 hours 25 minutes on public transport.
Need a convenient hotel close to IAD? If you've booked an early flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
If you're coming in on a late Washington Dulles International Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these hotels near ZAG:
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 top outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Franjo Tudman Airport about four weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) to central Zagreb
Franjo Tudman Airport to the centre of Zagreb has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
It'll take around 1 hour if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
The quietest month for a flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Zagreb based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Zagreb is August, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between -7ºC (19ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Search for cheap tickets from IAD to ZAG sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Croatia
Zagreb is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Croatia you'll want to see. Around 257 kilometres south of Zagreb, a trip to Split will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Diocletian's Palace, Marjan Hill Stairs and Riva Harbour.
Around 129 kilometres south-west of Zagreb, Rijeka is another favourite stop in Croatia. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Trsat castle park, Old Gateway (Roman Arch) and Korzo.