Flying from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Split Airport (SPU): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Stuttgart Airport to Split Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 30 minutes.
Stuttgart and Split share the UTC+1 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
Choose from six weekly Stuttgart Airport to Split Airport flights. The 05:50 departure with Eurowings is the earliest flight you can take. Eurowings operates the last service of the day at 18:45.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your STR to SPU flight.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like September. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Eurowings has direct flights from Stuttgart Airport to Split Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Split — and maybe even more of Croatia if you have time.
Most passengers choose to travel with Eurowings on this route.
Eurowings is the most punctual carrier that operates STR to SPU flights. An impressive 87.1% of its services on this route arrive as scheduled.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Stuttgart Airport to Split Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Stopovers between STR and SPU include:
Rome Fiumicino Airport
Vienna Airport
Berlin Brandenburg Airport
Handy information about Stuttgart Airport (STR)
Of all flights leaving Stuttgart Airport, 78% land on schedule at their destination.
To get to Stuttgart Airport from central Stuttgart, it takes around 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 11 kms (7 miles) from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 25 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Stuttgart Airport to Split Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to STR:
Arriving at Split Airport (SPU)
If you have a late Stuttgart Airport to Split Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near SPU:
Grab a Split Airport rental car and discover Split and beyond with your own set of wheels. AVIA Rent, Carwiz and united rent a car are well-known companies to choose from here.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Split Airport around one week before your travel date.
When to fly to Split Airport (SPU)
Have a think about your dates before locking in your flight from Stuttgart Airport to Split Airport. Split in high season has a buzzing atmosphere, but hotel prices are often higher and attractions can get crowded. Plan your visit in the low season if you prefer a quieter experience.
Book your flight from Stuttgart Airport to Split Airport for August if you want to go to Split during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 19ºC and 31ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from STR to SPU in January. Temperatures average between 1ºC and 12ºC then.
Explore more of Croatia
You've seen Split, now it's time to explore other parts of Croatia. Journey around 257 kms (160 miles) north to Zagreb to check off its popular sights. From Park Maksimir to Basilica of The Sacred Heart of Jesus and Zagreb Cathedral, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're looking to explore another corner of Croatia, head for Rijeka, roughly 257 kms (160 miles) north-west of Split. Teatro Fenice, The St. Vitus Cathedral and Church of St. Nicholas are highlights.