Flying from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Zadar Airport (ZAD): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Zadar Airport.
Zadar's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Milan.
Your MXP to ZAD flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Ryanair has direct flights from Milano Malpensa Airport to Zadar Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Zadar — and maybe even more of Croatia if time allows.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Ryanair on this route.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Milano Malpensa Airport to Zadar Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between MXP and ZAD:
Vienna International Airport
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
Brussels Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Zadar Airport (ZAD)
$35 is the lowest price for a one-way Milano Malpensa Airport to Zadar Airport flight. A return flight starts from $79. These prices can change depending on availability.
Book five months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from MXP to ZAD.
The cheapest month for flights from Milano Malpensa Airport to Zadar Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from MXP to ZAD by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
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Handy information about Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Milano Malpensa Airport, 68.23% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Milano Malpensa Airport from central Milan, it takes about 45 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport usually takes 55 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Zadar Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near MXP:
Arriving at Zadar Airport (ZAD)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Milano Malpensa Airport to Zadar Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near ZAD instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Zadar Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from AVIA Rent, Surprice or Carwiz and explore beyond Zadar's usual tourist stops.
Booking your ride from Zadar Airport about one week in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Zadar Airport (ZAD) to central Zadar
Zadar Airport is roughly 13 kilometres from the centre of Zadar. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
When to fly to Zadar Airport (ZAD)
August is the busiest month for flights from Milano Malpensa Airport to Zadar Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Zadar in February.
When booking your flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Zadar Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Zadar, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 30ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from MXP to ZAD in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC and 11ºC on average.
Explore more of Croatia
You've seen Zadar, now it's time to explore more of Croatia. Journey around 193 kilometres north to Zagreb to check off its must-visit sights. From Zagreb Cathedral to Ban Jelacic Square and Museum of Broken Relationships, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Split is another well-known destination in Croatia and is around 121 kilometres south-east of Zadar. No journey is complete without experiencing Diocletian's Palace, Marjan Hill Stairs and Riva Harbour.