Flying from Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) to Hamburg: what you need to know
Hamburg's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Zagreb (the location of Franjo Tudman Airport).
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from ZAG to Hamburg. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, it's wise to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during high season in general.
If you hold a passport from Croatia and plan to travel to Germany for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, visa and entry requirements may differ based on the reason for your trip and are subject to change. For the latest information, contact your destination's nearest embassy or consulate before booking a cheap ticket from Franjo Tudman Airport to Hamburg.
Travelling from central Zagreb to ZAG takes about 58 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a convenient hotel near ZAG? If you've booked an early flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Hamburg, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
How to find the cheapest flights from Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) to Hamburg
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Franjo Tudman Airport to Hamburg is C$73. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$169. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from ZAG to Hamburg. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the departure date.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Franjo Tudman Airport to Hamburg across the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Airports in Hamburg
Hamburg Lubeck Airport (LBC)
Hamburg Lubeck Airport (LBC) is around 80 kilometres from central Hamburg. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 59 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour and 30 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to LBC if you're taking a late flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Hamburg. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Once your flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Hamburg has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in about 29 minutes by car. Central Hamburg is approximately 11 kilometres from Hamburg Airport (HAM).
You can expect the journey to take approximately 1 hour and 24 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from ZAG to Hamburg, unwind at a hotel near HAM. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Hamburg
Carefully consider your trip dates before securing your flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Hamburg. The city comes alive in high season, but prices are generally higher and top attractions can get crowded. Go to Hamburg in the off-season if you want a quieter vibe.
Book your flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Hamburg for August to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 12ºC to 26ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -5ºC and 6ºC. Look for cheap flights from ZAG to Hamburg sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Hamburg
Start your Hamburg trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Hamburg, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
All great vacations should include some sightseeing. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are must-do's during your Hamburg adventure.
Complete your Hamburg trip with a car rental
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