Travelling from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Zadar Airport (ZAD): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Zadar Airport.
Zadar's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Barcelona.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your BCN to ZAD flight.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Travelling to Zadar (and then discovering more of Croatia!) is a breeze with Ryanair. This popular carrier has direct flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Zadar Airport.
Ryanair is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Zadar Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between BCN and ZAD:
Pisa International Airport
Milano Malpensa Airport
Bordeaux Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Zadar Airport (ZAD)
$39 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Zadar Airport flight. A return flight starts at $85. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
Book six months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from BCN to ZAD.
The cheapest month for flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Zadar Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
Snapping up cheap flights from BCN to ZAD is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when there's a better deal.
Find the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Zadar Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Of all flights departing from Barcelona-El Prat Airport, 79.12% touch down on time at their destination.
To reach Barcelona-El Prat Airport from central Barcelona, it takes about 25 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near BCN. Whether you've booked an early flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Zadar Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Zadar Airport (ZAD)
Book a hotel close to ZAD if you're on a late Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Zadar Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Zadar Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from AVIA Rent, Surprice or Carwiz and explore beyond Zadar's main sights.
Reserving your ride from Zadar Airport about one week ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Zadar Airport (ZAD) to central Zadar
Zadar Airport is roughly 13 kilometres from central Zadar. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
When to fly to Zadar Airport (ZAD)
August is the busiest month for flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Zadar Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Zadar in February.
Lock in your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Zadar Airport for August if you'd like to visit Zadar during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BCN to ZAD in January. Temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) then.
Explore more of Croatia
You've done Zadar, now it's time to discover more of Croatia. Journey around 193 kilometres north to Zagreb to tick off its top sights. From Zagreb Cathedral to Ban Jelacic Square and Museum of Broken Relationships, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 121 kilometres south-east of Zadar, Split is another essential stop in Croatia. No visit is complete without checking out Diocletian's Palace, Marjan Hill Stairs and Riva Harbour.