Travelling from Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI) to Zagreb Airport (ZAG): what you need to know
Zagreb's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Zagreb six hours ahead of Washington DC.
Leave enough time to make your BWI to ZAG flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to check out a new city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Baltimore Washington International Airport to Zagreb Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' London Heathrow Airport is a sought-after stop between BWI and ZAG.
How to find the cheapest flights from Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI) to Zagreb Airport (ZAG)
Right now, $499 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Baltimore Washington International Airport to Zagreb Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $1,122. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from BWI to ZAG, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
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Handy information about Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
Of the flights that depart from Baltimore Washington International Airport, 77% touch down on time at their destination.
To get to Baltimore Washington International Airport from central Washington DC, it takes around 40 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near BWI? If you're catching an early flight from Baltimore Washington International Airport to Zagreb Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Zagreb Airport (ZAG)
If you have a late Baltimore Washington International Airport to Zagreb Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these accommodation options near ZAG:
Hit the road running by picking up a Zagreb Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from AVIA Rent, Green Motion or OK Mobility and experience the lesser-explored corners of Zagreb and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Zagreb Airport around four weeks before you set off.
Getting from Zagreb Airport (ZAG) to central Zagreb
From Zagreb Airport, Zagreb is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes roughly 35 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Zagreb Airport (ZAG)
The quietest month for a flight from Baltimore Washington International Airport to Zagreb Airport is March, while September is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Zagreb based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When reserving your flight from Baltimore Washington International Airport to Zagreb Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Zagreb, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from BWI to ZAG in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -7ºC (19ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
Explore more of Croatia
Split is just one of the many places in Croatia waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Zagreb. Around 257 kilometres away to the south, well-known attractions include Diocletian's Palace, Old Split and Peristil.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in Croatia, head for Rijeka, roughly 129 kilometres south-west of Zagreb. Teatro Fenice, The St. Vitus Cathedral and Church of St. Nicholas are key highlights.