Traveling from Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ) to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG): what you need to know
Santiago de Compostela and Zagreb are both in the UTC+1 timezone. That means you won't need to account for any time differences.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to catch your SCQ to ZAG flight.
Flying during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Santiago de Compostela Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between SCQ and ZAG:
Frankfurt Airport
Stansted Airport
Alicante-Elche Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ) to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
AED 259 is currently the best price for a one-way Santiago de Compostela Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport flight. A return flight starts at AED 405. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
To score cheap tickets from SCQ to ZAG, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your flight from Santiago de Compostela Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from SCQ to ZAG by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Santiago de Compostela Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport.
Handy information about Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ)
Santiago de Compostela Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 81.44% of flights that depart SCQ arrive at their destination without delay.
Santiago de Compostela Airport is around 16 kilometers from central Santiago de Compostela. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Get your vacation off to a leisurely start by staying near SCQ. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Santiago de Compostela Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Santiago de Compostela Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ZAG instead:
Begin your 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.
Booking your vehicle from Franjo Tudman Airport about four weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) to central Zagreb
From Franjo Tudman Airport, Zagreb is approximately 16 kilometers away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the center driving.
Traveling to the center by public transport takes around 1 hour.
When to fly to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
The quietest month for a flight from Santiago de Compostela Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Zagreb based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Before locking in your flight from Santiago de Compostela Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Zagreb, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from SCQ to ZAG in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -7ºC (19ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
Explore more of Croatia
You've done Zagreb, now it's time to discover other parts of Croatia. Journey about 257 kilometers south to Split to check off its leading sights. From Diocletian's Palace to Marjan Hill Stairs and Riva Harbor, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 129 kilometers south-west of Zagreb, Rijeka is another favorite stop in Croatia. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Trsat castle park, Old Gateway (Roman Arch) and Korzo.
