Flying from Rio De Janeiro to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG): What you need to know
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) is Rio De Janeiro's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Rio De Janeiro to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) departing from here.
The timezone in Zagreb is UTC+1, which is four hours ahead of Rio De Janeiro. Franjo Tudman Airport is located in Zagreb.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Rio De Janeiro to ZAG. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Heading away during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to ZAG leaving from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Located around 18 kms (11 miles) from the centre of Rio De Janeiro, GIG can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Searching for a comfortable hotel near Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Rio De Janeiro to Franjo Tudman Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
When it comes to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 79.57% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
SDU is about 2 kms (1.00 mile) from central Rio De Janeiro. It takes 5 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 15 minutes.
Catching an early morning flight? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Santos Dumont Airport the day before your Rio De Janeiro to ZAG flight:
Santos Dumont Airport has an on-time performance rate of 78.67%. This figure shows how frequently flights that take off from this airport make it to their destination on time.
About Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Rio De Janeiro to Franjo Tudman Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near ZAG instead:
Grab a Franjo Tudman Airport rental car and explore Zagreb and beyond with your own wheels. AVIA Rent, Green Motion and OK Mobility are leading providers to choose from here.
Booking your ride around four weeks in advance of your Rio De Janeiro to Franjo Tudman Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) to central Zagreb
Central Zagreb is roughly 7 miles from Franjo Tudman Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary based on traffic conditions, so do a little research before you go.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio De Janeiro to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
Right now, £361 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Rio De Janeiro to Franjo Tudman Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is £676. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to ZAG if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your Rio De Janeiro to Franjo Tudman Airport ticket.
You don't need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a new deal shows up on plane tickets from Rio De Janeiro to ZAG.
Find a cheap flight from Rio De Janeiro to Franjo Tudman Airport by using filters. Select your preferred duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Rio De Janeiro to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
Picture the kind of break you want when planning the timing of your trip. February is the quietest month to visit Zagreb. August is when most people book flights from Rio De Janeiro to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG), which may be ideal if you're after more excitement.
The warmest month in Zagreb is August, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your Rio De Janeiro to ZAG plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Rio De Janeiro to Franjo Tudman Airport in January when temperatures are between -7ºC (19ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about Zagreb
After booking your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Franjo Tudman Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these options your base for exploring Zagreb:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Park Maksimir, Basilica of The Sacred Heart of Jesus and Upper Town are attractions you won't want to skip in 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 kms (160 miles) away to the south, its best attractions include Diocletian's Palace, Old Split and Blue lagoon boat tour - Sentinels.
Rijeka is another favourite destination in Croatia and is around 137 kms (85 miles) west of Zagreb. No journey is complete without visiting Teatro Fenice, Riječki Karneval and The St. Vitus Cathedral.