Flying from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Zagreb Airport (ZAG): what you need to know
Around 2 hours is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Athens International Airport to Zagreb Airport.
The timezone in Zagreb is UTC+1, which is one hour behind Athens.
Choose from three weekly Athens International Airport to Zagreb Airport flights. The 16:40 departure with Aegean Airlines is the earliest you can take. Aegean Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 17:25.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your ATH to ZAG flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Aegean Airlines has direct flights from Athens International Airport to Zagreb Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Zagreb — and maybe even more of Croatia if time allows.
Most passengers choose to fly with Aegean Airlines on this route.
The most punctual carrier that operates ATH to ZAG flights is Aegean Airlines. Its services arrive as planned 68.18% of the time.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Athens International Airport to Zagreb Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between ATH and ZAG:
Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport
Thessaloniki Airport
Podgorica Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Zagreb Airport (ZAG)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Athens International Airport to Zagreb Airport flight is £35. A round-trip fare right now is £80. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To secure cheap tickets from ATH to ZAG, book your trip one month before your departure.
Organise your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Athens International Airport to Zagreb Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
Landing cheap flights from ATH to ZAG is a cinch with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as fares go down.
Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Athens International Airport to Zagreb Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Athens International Airport (ATH)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Athens International Airport, data shows 76% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Athens International Airport is around 32 kms (20 miles) from central Athens. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Have an early flight from Athens International Airport to Zagreb Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near ATH:
Arriving at Zagreb Airport (ZAG)
Consider booking a hotel near ZAG if you're on a late Athens International Airport to Zagreb Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Grab a Zagreb Airport rental car and explore Zagreb and beyond with your own wheels. AVIA Rent, Green Motion and OK Mobility are leading providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Zagreb Airport about four weeks ahead of your trip.
When to fly to Zagreb Airport (ZAG)
September is the most popular month for flights from Athens International Airport to Zagreb Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Zagreb in March.
The warmest month in Zagreb is August, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC and 32ºC. Book your flights from Athens International Airport to Zagreb Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from ATH to ZAG in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -7ºC and 8ºC on average.
Explore more of Croatia
Split is just one of the many places in Croatia waiting to be discovered once you've seen Zagreb. Around 257 kms (160 miles) away to the south, its top attractions include Diocletian's Palace, Old Split and Peristil.
Around 129 kms (80 miles) south-west of Zagreb, Rijeka is another essential stop in Croatia. Experience major highlights starting with Teatro Fenice, The St. Vitus Cathedral and Church of St. Nicholas.

