Flying from Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG): what you need to know
Zagreb's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Zagreb three hours behind Baku.
To ensure you get on your GYD to ZAG flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport. These are the top stopovers between GYD and ZAG:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Frederic Chopin Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
$146 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport flight. A return flight starts from $473. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from GYD to ZAG if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport across the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from GYD to ZAG is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a lower fare pops up.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport.
Handy information about Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
Heydar Aliyev International Airport has a strong on-time performance, making delays less likely. Departures from GYD arrive on schedule 83.46% of the time.
Heydar Aliyev International Airport is around 21 kilometres from central Baku. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 30 minutes when using public transport.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near GYD. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
If you're arriving on a late Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near ZAG:
Grab a Franjo Tudman Airport rental car and explore Zagreb and beyond with your own set of wheels. AVIA Rent, Green Motion and OK Mobility are well-known companies to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Franjo Tudman Airport around four weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) to central Zagreb
Franjo Tudman Airport to central Zagreb has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
It'll take around 1 hour if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
August is the most popular month for flights from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Zagreb in February.
The warmest month in Zagreb is August, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC and 30ºC. Book your flights from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from GYD to ZAG in January. Average temperatures are between -7ºC and 8ºC then.
Explore more of Croatia
Split is just one of the many places in Croatia waiting to be discovered after you've seen Zagreb. Around 257 kilometres away to the south, well-known attractions include Diocletian's Palace, Marjan Hill Stairs and Riva Harbour.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in Croatia, head for Rijeka, about 129 kilometres south-west of Zagreb. Trsat castle park, Old Gateway (Roman Arch) and Korzo are key reasons to visit.
