Cheap Flights to Croatia

Q: When is the best time to fly to Croatia?

Peak season: During the months of July and August, Croatia’s drawcards – its islands – really come to life and attract thousands of visitors. This is also Croatia’s peak season, which means that the main cities such as Zagreb and Dubrovnik are at their busiest. You may want to consider flying to Croatia during the shoulder seasons of spring or autumn, which is when you’re more likely to book cheap flights and enjoy discounted rates at most hotels and resorts along the Adriatic coastline. Off season: Depending on where exactly you’re planning on going in Croatia, the off season can vary. Cities along the coast, such as Zagreb, experience off season during the months of January and February, but this is high season in the country’s ski resorts. Make sure that you book your flight tickets to Croatia well in advance if you’re planning a skiing holiday though since this will help you avoid the risk of overpaying for airline tickets and accommodation.

Q: How long is the flight to Croatia?

Johannesburg to Zagreb 12 hours, 50 minutesJohannesburg to Split 14 hours, 55 minutesJohannesburg to Dubrovnik 14 hours, 20 minutesJohannesburg to Zadar 15 hours, 25 minutes

Q: How to get from the airport to the city center?

Zagreb As Croatia’s largest airport, the Zagreb Airport Pleso is where most tourists will arrive in the country. It is situated 12km from the city center and one of the best ways to get from the airport to the city center is via a pre-booked transfer. You may also want to consider renting a car from one of the car rental companies, but if you opt in to use the airport bus (which can be found parked outside of the arrivals terminal), keep in mind that the trip to the city center will take up to 30 minutes. Split From the Split International Airport, you may take the bus to get to the city center. This is one of the cheapest options, although it may take up to an hour since the bus stops at every bus station and may see you changing buses in order to get to the city center. For a more convenient option, tourists may opt to use the Croatia Airlines bus, which is affordable and runs directly to the city center, albeit it’s only available after every Croatia Airlines flight. The fastest way to get to the city center from the Split airport is via a taxi, which can be found outside the airport and will get you to the city center in roughly 30 minutes. Dubrovnik Getting from the Dubrovnik airport to the city center can be done in a number of ways. If you’re heading to the Old Town and don’t mind waiting for a bus, it’s advisable to use the Airport Bus service since its cheap and will get you to the heart of the city center. You may also make use of the buses, which travel between the airport and the city center. Alternatively, tourists may make use of the variety of taxis parked outside of the arrivals terminal at the airport. Zadar Zadar Airport provides a public transport system operating bus transfers to and from the airport to the city center. Buses depart on a regular basis after every Croatia Airlines flight, which means that this is probably your fastest and most affordable means of getting to the city center. Back to top

Popular in	December	High demand for flights, 3% potential price rise
Cheapest in	May	Best time to find cheap flights, 2% potential price drop
Average price	R9 746	Average for round-trip flights in October 2020
Round-trip from	R9 117	From Johannesburg to Zagreb

Flight route prices based on searches on Cheapflights within the last 3 days, monthly prices based on aggregated historical data.

Cheapest prices for Croatia flights by month

January

R9 885

February

R11 137

March

R10 590

April

R10 123

May

R9 753

June

R10 254

July

R9 597

August

R10 289

September

R9 949

October

R9 670

November

R9 667

December

R11 052

July is currently the cheapest month to fly to Croatia. At this moment in time February is the most expensive month. These prices are determined by multiple factors and booking in advance can help keep costs down if your schedule is not as flexible.

When is the best time to fly to Croatia?

Choose a month below to see average flight price and weather conditions.

JNB - ZAG Price	R9 597 - R16 572
ZAG Temperature	4 - 27 °C
ZAG Rainfall	31 - 95 mm

Peak season:

During the months of July and August, Croatia’s drawcards – its islands – really come to life and attract thousands of visitors. This is also Croatia’s peak season, which means that the main cities such as Zagreb and Dubrovnik are at their busiest. You may want to consider flying to Croatia during the shoulder seasons of spring or autumn, which is when you’re more likely to book cheap flights and enjoy discounted rates at most hotels and resorts along the Adriatic coastline.

Off season:

Depending on where exactly you’re planning on going in Croatia, the off season can vary. Cities along the coast, such as Zagreb, experience off season during the months of January and February, but this is high season in the country’s ski resorts. Make sure that you book your flight tickets to Croatia well in advance if you’re planning a skiing holiday though since this will help you avoid the risk of overpaying for airline tickets and accommodation.

When is the best time to book a flight to Croatia?

Croatia’s shoulder season, which is during the country’s autumn and spring months, sees great temperatures that often usher in thinner crowds. This may mean that flight prices and accommodation rates drop as well, which will help you plan the cheapest flight to Croatia. Whichever way you decide to sway your vote in terms of seasonal traveling, always aim to book your flight at least two months in advance in order to ensure you get charged the best rates.

Which day is cheapest to fly to Croatia?

The cheapest day to fly to Croatia is usually Tuesday. At the moment, Sunday is the most expensive.

What time of day is cheapest to fly to Croatia?

At the moment, flights at midday are likely to offer the best value for money for your Croatia trip. A flight in the evening will more often than not be of higher cost.

With its extensive archipelago, clear blue seas, and the very diverse mainland, Croatia has a landscape as unique as its locals, offering visitors the opportunity to lose themselves in heavenly beauty and an atmospheric bliss unlike any other.

If you’re considering taking a cheap flight to Croatia, be prepared to experience the ‘Mediterranean as it once was’, magically enhanced with all the timeless landscapes glistening in the afterglow of the Adriatic Sea, sans the typical high-cost living of the Eurozone.

How long is the flight to Croatia?

Johannesburg to Zagreb          12 hours, 50 minutes
Johannesburg to Split              14 hours, 55 minutes
Johannesburg to Dubrovnik    14 hours, 20 minutes
Johannesburg to Zadar            15 hours, 25 minutes

Which airlines operate flights to Croatia?

South African Airways, British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, Emirates, Air France, Alitalia, and KLM all offer cheap flights to and from Croatia, and all of them have their own set of pros and cons. Some of these airlines offer much cheaper flights than their competitors, but they might not offer luxuries such as onboard entertainment and snacks during the fight, and they might be less comfortable in the long run. For South African tourists, the most comfortable and economical airlines are usually South African Airways and British Airways, but you can find great cheap flight deals to Croatia once you’ve determined your travel itinerary.

How to get from the airport to the city center?

Zagreb

As Croatia’s largest airport, the Zagreb Airport Pleso is where most tourists will arrive in the country. It is situated 12km from the city center and one of the best ways to get from the airport to the city center is via a pre-booked transfer. You may also want to consider renting a car from one of the car rental companies, but if you opt in to use the airport bus (which can be found parked outside of the arrivals terminal), keep in mind that the trip to the city center will take up to 30 minutes.

Split

From the Split International Airport, you may take the bus to get to the city center. This is one of the cheapest options, although it may take up to an hour since the bus stops at every bus station and may see you changing buses in order to get to the city center. For a more convenient option, tourists may opt to use the Croatia Airlines bus, which is affordable and runs directly to the city center, albeit it’s only available after every Croatia Airlines flight. The fastest way to get to the city center from the Split airport is via a taxi, which can be found outside the airport and will get you to the city center in roughly 30 minutes.

Dubrovnik

Getting from the Dubrovnik airport to the city center can be done in a number of ways. If you’re heading to the Old Town and don’t mind waiting for a bus, it’s advisable to use the Airport Bus service since its cheap and will get you to the heart of the city center. You may also make use of the buses, which travel between the airport and the city center. Alternatively, tourists may make use of the variety of taxis parked outside of the arrivals terminal at the airport.

Zadar

Zadar Airport provides a public transport system operating bus transfers to and from the airport to the city center. Buses depart on a regular basis after every Croatia Airlines flight, which means that this is probably your fastest and most affordable means of getting to the city center.