Travelling from Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) to Beijing: what you need to know
The timezone in Beijing is UTC+8. The city is 7 hours ahead of Zagreb, where Franjo Tudman Airport is located.
To ensure you get on your flight from ZAG to Beijing, 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 general rule.
During popular months such as August, it's wise to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
If you have a passport from Croatia, you will need an embassy visa to enter China. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from Franjo Tudman Airport to Beijing for tourism purposes. The rules may be different if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always check official visa guidelines before you make travel plans and definitely before you fly.
ZAG is around 16 kilometres from central Zagreb. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 58 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Beijing? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near ZAG:
How to find the cheapest flights from Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) to Beijing
C$507 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Franjo Tudman Airport to Beijing. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$1,003. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap tickets from ZAG to Beijing, book as early as possible. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
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Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to the centre of Beijing is around 40 minutes by car. It's approximately 31 kilometres away.
If you have a late flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Beijing, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near PEK:
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Daxing International Airport (PKX) is about 56 kilometres from central Beijing. Once you've disembarked your flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Beijing, it'll take you around 1 hour and 3 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to PKX. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from ZAG to Beijing:
Best time to go to Beijing
July is the most popular month for flights from Franjo Tudman Airport to Beijing. To avoid the crowds, plan your trip to Beijing in February when things are quieter.
Lock in your flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Beijing for July to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 21ºC to 35ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from ZAG to Beijing in January when temperatures average between -11ºC and 3ºC.
More about Beijing
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Beijing right here. Explore these hotels after locking in your flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Beijing:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Tiananmen Square are top attractions which should be on every Beijing itinerary.
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