Travelling from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Brussels Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport is 2 hours.
Brussels and Zagreb are in the same timezone, UTC+1.
Flights from BRU to ZAG start from 09:20 — the first with Croatia Airlines. The latest departure is at 20:40 with Croatia Airlines. Overall, you can take your pick of 46 weekly Brussels Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your BRU to ZAG flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
Travelling to Zagreb (and then discovering more of Croatia!) is a cinch with Croatia Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from Brussels Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport.
Croatia Airlines is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
With 69.41% of its services landing as planned, Croatia Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering BRU to ZAG flights.
If you want to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Brussels Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between BRU and ZAG:
Frankfurt Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Vienna International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
At the moment, $122 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Brussels Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $254. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Get cheap tickets from BRU to ZAG by booking five months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Brussels Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from BRU to ZAG.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Brussels Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport.
Handy information about Brussels Airport (BRU)
Of the departures from Brussels Airport, 71.97% land on time at their destination.
Central Brussels to Brussels Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near BRU? If you're boarding an early flight from Brussels Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
Consider staying in a hotel near ZAG if you have a late Brussels Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Franjo Tudman Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from AVIA Rent, Green Motion or OK Mobility to explore Zagreb and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Franjo Tudman Airport around four weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) to central Zagreb
Franjo Tudman Airport to the centre of Zagreb has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
It takes around 1 hour when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
The quietest month for a flight from Brussels Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Zagreb based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your flight from Brussels Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Zagreb, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -7ºC (19ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Search for cheap tickets from BRU to ZAG around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Croatia
You've seen Zagreb, now it's time to explore more of Croatia. Travel about 257 kilometres south to Split to check off its top sights. From Diocletian's Palace to Marjan Hill Stairs and Riva Harbour, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Rijeka is another sought-after destination in Croatia and is around 129 kilometres south-west of Zagreb. No trip is complete without dropping by Trsat castle park, Old Gateway (Roman Arch) and Korzo.