Travelling from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG): what you need to know
Zagreb is one hour behind Cairo and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Show up at the airport on time to catch your CAI to ZAG flight.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Cairo International Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between CAI and ZAG:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
At the moment, $240 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Cairo International Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $442. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
It's often best to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from CAI to ZAG. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Cairo International Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares throughout the month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Of the flights that depart from Cairo International Airport, 63.38% land on time at their destination.
To get to Cairo International Airport from central Cairo, it'll take around 30 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport will take about 1 hour 25 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Cairo International Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near CAI:
Arriving at Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
Book a hotel near ZAG if you're taking a late Cairo International Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Explore without limits with a Franjo Tudman Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from AVIA Rent, Green Motion or OK Mobility and chase adventure across Zagreb and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Franjo Tudman Airport about four weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) to central Zagreb
From Franjo Tudman Airport, Zagreb is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It takes roughly 1 hour if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
August is the most popular month for flights from Cairo International Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Zagreb in February.
When reserving your flight from Cairo International 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 to 30ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -7ºC and 8ºC. Search for cheap tickets from CAI to ZAG sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Croatia
Zagreb is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Croatia waiting to be discovered. Around 257 kilometres south of Zagreb, a visit to Split will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Diocletian's Palace, Marjan Hill Stairs and Riva Harbour.
Rijeka is another well-known destination in Croatia and is around 129 kilometres south-west of Zagreb. No trip is complete without experiencing Trsat castle park, Old Gateway (Roman Arch) and Korzo.