Flying from Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) to Esenboga International Airport (ESB): what you need to know
Ankara's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Ankara two hours ahead of Zagreb.
To ensure you catch your ZAG to ESB flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
How to find the cheapest flights from Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) to Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Franjo Tudman Airport to Esenboga International Airport flight is $154. A round-trip fare is currently $350. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from ZAG to ESB if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Franjo Tudman Airport to Esenboga International Airport across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Handy information about Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
67.18% of flights that take off from Franjo Tudman Airport land at their destination on schedule.
To reach Franjo Tudman Airport from central Zagreb, it takes around 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport typically takes 1 hour.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near ZAG. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Esenboga International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
If you're arriving on a late Franjo Tudman Airport to Esenboga International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near ESB:
Go where the road takes you with an Esenboga International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Essence, Final Rentals or Ziraat Filo and experience more of Ankara and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Esenboga International Airport about three weeks before you travel.
Getting from Esenboga International Airport (ESB) to central Ankara
From Esenboga International Airport, Ankara is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It'll take around 1 hour 5 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Esenboga International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Ankara. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Esenboga International Airport for August if you want to go to Ankara during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 14ºC and 35ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ZAG to ESB in January. Average temperatures are between -6ºC and 9ºC then.
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