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11/18/26
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When is the best time of day to fly?

Midday (12pm - 2pm) is the cheapest time of day to fly from Washington to Zagreb. At $745 it is 10% cheaper than the average time. Evening (5pm - 9pm) is the most expensive time, 18% above average.

$745Midday$765Afternoon$982Evening$835Late Night
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Time of dayAverage fare
Midday$745
Afternoon$765
Evening$982
Late Night$835

What do round-trip flights from Washington to Zagreb cost?

Share of fares in each price range.

12%$600to $75034%$750to $90044%$900to $1,0503%$1,050to $1,2003%$1,200to $1,3502%$1,350to $1,5001%$1,500and up
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What do round-trip flights from Washington to Zagreb cost?
Price rangeShare of fares
$600 to $75012%
$750 to $90034%
$900 to $1,05044%
$1,050 to $1,2003%
$1,200 to $1,3503%
$1,350 to $1,5002%
$1,500 and up1%

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about flying from Washington to Zagreb.

What is the typical flight duration from Washington to Zagreb?

The route from Washington to Zagreb is about 4,500 miles. There is no scheduled nonstop service, so the journey requires a connection.
Methodology
Flight times and distances come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). The typical flight time is the median scheduled block time across all carriers on the route, computed the same way in both directions so the difference reflects prevailing winds rather than any change in method. Distance is the great-circle distance between the two airports, so the actual flown track is typically 2-5% longer.

Are there any direct flights from Washington to Zagreb?

There are no non-stop flights from Washington to Zagreb. The shortest connecting routing is on SWISS via Zurich, at 10 hours 35 minutes total — an 8-hour 5-minute leg, an 80-minute layover, and a 1-hour 10-minute leg on Croatia Airlines. Austrian Airlines via Vienna at 10 hours 55 minutes is a close second.
Methodology
Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.

What are the ground transportation options in Zagreb?

From Zagreb Airport, the most-used and cheapest option is the public shuttle bus — the Croatia Airlines airport bus runs nonstop to the main bus station in about 35–40 minutes, while ZET bus 290 offers a slower local ride to Kvaternik Square. Taxis are fast and reliable with a metered maximum of €35 to the center, and ride-share services like Uber and Bolt operate from the arrivals area, typically costing around €24–33. Car rentals are available at the terminal for onward travel, though most visitors use the shuttle bus for the simple city-center connection.
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Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Washington to Zagreb?

There are no nonstop red-eye flights from Washington to Zagreb, but overnight connecting itineraries are available, typically departing Washington Dulles in the early evening (around 5:30–8:20 PM) on Lufthansa, British Airways, United, Air France, Austrian, KLM, SAS and Swiss. The overnight long leg lands at hubs like Frankfurt, London Heathrow, Brussels, Paris, Vienna, Munich, Zurich, Amsterdam and Copenhagen between roughly 6:20 AM and 10:25 AM the next morning, before connecting onward to Zagreb.
Methodology
Red-eye flights are identified from scheduled local departure and arrival times and block times in our flight-schedule database — built from published airline timetables and official schedule data, including U.S. Department of Transportation records for domestic routes. A flight counts as a red-eye when it departs in the afternoon or evening (3 p.m. or later local time) or in the early hours before 4 a.m., and is in the air at some point between midnight and 4 a.m. local time at both its departure airport and its arrival airport. An evening flight that lands before midnight at its destination is never counted, nor is a morning departure or a daytime long-haul that reaches the next calendar date only because of time zones. Each red-eye is labelled with its timing (for example, overnight and landing the next morning, or late-night and landing after midnight). For connecting itineraries the same rule is applied to the longer leg, from one representative day's flight search.

Which airlines usually operate this route from Washington to Zagreb?

There is no nonstop service from Washington to Zagreb; travelers connect through European hubs. The most common one-stop routings are on United Airlines via Brussels, Munich, Frankfurt, or Amsterdam, Lufthansa via Frankfurt or Munich, Austrian Airlines via Vienna, Air France via Paris, British Airways via London, KLM via Amsterdam, Turkish Airlines via Istanbul, Swiss International Air Lines via Zurich, and Scandinavian Airlines via Copenhagen. United and Lufthansa offer the most frequent connections, with multiple daily options. The quickest itinerary is typically Swiss via Zurich at about 10 hours 35 minutes, while Turkish Airlines via Istanbul takes about 13 hours.
Methodology
Airlines and weekly frequencies come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a typical fare is shown for a carrier, it is the median of the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.

Which airport should I use in Zagreb?

Zagreb has one commercial airport, Franjo Tuđman Airport, located about 10 km southeast of the city centre. It serves as the main hub for Croatia Airlines and offers direct connections to major European cities, making it the only practical choice for both business and leisure travellers.

How do I get to Washington Dulles International Airport from the city center?

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) is connected to downtown Washington, D.C. by the Silver Line Metrorail, which runs directly from the airport to the city center in about 47 minutes and is the most popular and economical choice. Taxis, ride‑share services like Uber and Lyft, and private shuttles are also available 24 hours a day, offering door‑to‑door convenience at a higher cost, with taxi or private rides typically taking 30 to 60 minutes depending on traffic. Metrobus Route 5A provides a budget‑friendly bus option to L'Enfant Plaza, though it involves more travel time and limited late‑night service. Driving and parking are possible at the airport, but public transit is generally the fastest and most reliable option from the city center.
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Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Zagreb airport?

Zagreb Airport has no directly connected or on-site hotel, but several nearby hotels offer convenient stays. Hotel Cool Zagreb Airport is 0.4 miles away and provides an airport shuttle, Dream Hotel is 1.5 miles away with a complimentary shuttle, and Royal Airport Hotel is 1.2 miles away. Hotel Pleso is also described as the closest hotel to the airport with free shuttle transfer.
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What facilities and services are available to travelers at Zagreb Franjo Tuđman International Airport?

Zagreb Franjo Tuđman International Airport offers free Wi-Fi throughout the terminal, with the network name “Zagreb_Airport_Free”. Travelers can use currency exchange, ATMs, and a bank, and there is a baggage wrapping service for 10 EUR per bag. A large 600-square-metre duty-free shop is operated by Aelia, alongside 16 cafés, bars, restaurants and snack bars and 12 retail stores. The airport also has an internet corner, post office, first aid facilities, and a children’s play area. Charging columns are available in the terminal, and there are business and VIP lounges. Smoking is not allowed in the terminal building.
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Are there accessible services or children's facilities at the Washington and Zagreb airports?

Passengers departing from Washington Dulles International Airport can arrange wheelchair assistance through their airline, and the airport offers accessible shuttle buses, rental car shuttles, and designated accessible parking spaces. Travelers with hidden disabilities can also pick up a Hidden Disabilities Sunflower lanyard from the USO Lounge or Information Desks between 8:00 AM and 8:00 PM daily. At Franjo Tuđman Airport in Zagreb, assistance must be requested at least 48 hours before the flight through the airline, travel agency, or tour operator, and a dedicated PRM waiting area with help points is located on the 2nd floor of the departures terminal. To arrange assistance, contact your airline directly at the time of booking and again at least 48 hours before departure.
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What aircraft are typically used on flights from Washington to Zagreb?

There is no nonstop service from Washington to Zagreb, so travelers connect through European hubs. Lufthansa leads with the most options, flying Airbus A340-300 and Airbus A380-800 aircraft on the long-haul leg via Frankfurt or Munich. United operates Boeing 777-300ER, Boeing 787-8, and Boeing 767-300 aircraft via Frankfurt, Munich, Brussels, or Amsterdam, while British Airways uses Boeing 777 family aircraft via London and Air France uses Boeing 777-300ER via Paris.
Methodology
Aircraft types come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). For U.S. routes the type is grounded in the tail number that actually operated the flight; elsewhere it comes from the airline's filed equipment code. Where the source does not commit to a specific variant we name the aircraft family (for example Airbus A320 family) rather than guess, and where no reliable type is on file the aircraft is omitted rather than estimated. Types describe typical scheduled equipment and can vary with seasonal or day-of-week assignments and last-minute swaps.

Which airline alliances serve flights from Washington to Zagreb?

There is no nonstop service from Washington to Zagreb, so flights connect through European hubs, and the alliances serving this route are Star Alliance, SkyTeam, and oneworld. Star Alliance members on the route include United, Lufthansa, Swiss, Austrian, Croatian Airlines, and Turkish Airlines; SkyTeam members include KLM, Air France, and Scandinavian Airlines; and British Airways represents oneworld. No major operating carrier here flies unaligned.
Methodology
Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.

What are the best airport lounge options when departing from Washington?

When departing from Washington Dulles International Airport, travelers have access to 13 lounges across the main terminal and four concourses. The Capital One Lounge in the Main Terminal offers paid walk-up access for any traveler, even without a Capital One credit card. Concourse A features the Air France-KLM Lounge, the Etihad Lounge in collaboration with Chase, and the Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse. Concourse C is exclusively operated by United and houses two United Club locations plus a United Polaris Lounge, while Concourse D has a United Club near Gate D8.
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Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?

Same‑day changes and standby depend on the airline and fare class; flexible, business, and premium tickets generally allow them, while basic economy does not.