Travelling from Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) to Montreal: what you need to know
Montreal is five hours behind Zagreb, where Franjo Tudman Airport is located. Montreal follows the UTC-4 timezone.
Leave enough time to make your ZAG to Montreal flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Located around 11 kms (7 miles) from the centre of Zagreb, ZAG can be reached in about 25 minutes by car. Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Booked an early flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Montreal? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to ZAG:
67.18% of flights departing from Franjo Tudman Airport make it to their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) to Montreal
The best price we've seen for a one-way Franjo Tudman Airport to Montreal flight is £219. The cheapest price for a return flight is £457. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from ZAG to Montreal, book ahead. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
If you have flexibility with your trip dates, take advantage of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when searching for a Franjo Tudman Airport to Montreal ticket.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from ZAG to Montreal by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
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Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is around 26 kms (16 miles) from the centre of Montreal. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive takes about 25 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Montreal. Check in to one of these accommodation options near YUL instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Avis, Alamo or Routes Car Rentals and discover more of Montreal and beyond.
For the best deal, book your ride from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from ZAG to Montreal.
You'll find YUL at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
Once your flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Montreal has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in about 35 minutes by car. Central Montreal is roughly 40 kms (25 miles) from St. Hubert Airport (YHU).
Travelling by public transport will take about 1 hour 45 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to YHU. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your ZAG to Montreal flight:
Grab a St. Hubert Airport rental car and set the course for your next destination. You can select from popular outlets like Enterprise and Budget.
Get the vehicle you prefer, not just what's available, by booking your ride from YHU before your arrival. You'll also avoid last-minute price surges, especially during peak travel times.
Best time to go to Montreal
Before securing your flights from Franjo Tudman Airport to Montreal, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Montreal offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the low season brings cheaper deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
Before locking in your Franjo Tudman Airport to Montreal plane ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Montreal, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from ZAG to Montreal in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF) on average.
More about Montreal
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Montreal right here. Explore these options once you've locked in your flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Montreal:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Montreal Botanical Garden, Mount Royal Park and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal are top sights which should feature on every Montreal itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
You've seen Montreal, now it's time to explore other corners of Canada. Journey about 499 kms (310 miles) south-west to Toronto to tick off its leading attractions. From CN Tower to Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 153 kms (95 miles) west of Montreal, Ottawa is another essential stop in Canada. No visit is complete without checking out Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada.