Travelling from Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR): what you need to know
Vancouver is eight hours behind Zagreb and follows the UTC-7 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your ZAG to YVR flight.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Right now, C$507 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Franjo Tudman Airport to Vancouver International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is C$1,028. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from ZAG to YVR. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from Franjo Tudman Airport to Vancouver International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across each month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
Of the flights that depart from Franjo Tudman Airport, 67.18% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Franjo Tudman Airport is about 16 kilometres from central Zagreb. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of about 1 hour on public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel near ZAG? If you're catching an early flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Vancouver International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
If you're landing on a late Franjo Tudman Airport to Vancouver International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these hotels near YVR:
Travel at your own speed with a Vancouver International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis and discover more of Vancouver and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Vancouver International Airport about one week ahead of your departure.
Getting from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport to central Vancouver has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
Travelling by public transport takes about 35 minutes.
When to fly to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The quietest month for a flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Vancouver International Airport is May, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Vancouver based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Vancouver is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Lock in your flights from Franjo Tudman Airport to Vancouver International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from ZAG to YVR in December if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
Explore more of Canada
You've visited Vancouver, now it's time to explore more of Canada. Travel around 32 kilometres south-east to Surrey to check off its popular sights. From Senator Reid Park to Port Mann Park and Morgan Creek Park, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 97 kilometres south of Vancouver, Victoria is another favourite stop in Canada. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Royal BC Museum, Craigdarroch Castle and Inner Harbour.