Flying from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Zadar Airport (ZAD): what you need to know
The timezone in Zadar is UTC+1, which is ten hours behind Melbourne.
Your MEL to ZAD flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months like January, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Zadar Airport (ZAD)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Zadar Airport flight is $866. A return plane ticket right now is $1,694. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MEL to ZAD if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
Getting cheap flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Zadar Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across the month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport from central Melbourne, it takes about 30 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport will take about 40 minutes.
Have an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Zadar Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to MEL:
Arriving at Zadar Airport (ZAD)
Book a hotel near ZAD if you're on a late Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Zadar Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Follow your own route with a Zadar Airport rental car. Book your wheels from AVIA Rent, Surprice or Carwiz and experience more of Zadar and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Zadar Airport about one week ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Zadar Airport (ZAD) to central Zadar
Zadar Airport is approximately 13 kilometres from the centre of Zadar. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
When to fly to Zadar Airport (ZAD)
The quietest month for a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Zadar Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Zadar based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Zadar is August, with the temperature ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Zadar Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MEL to ZAD sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Croatia
Zadar has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Croatia waiting to be explored. About 193 kilometres north of Zadar, a visit to Zagreb will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Zagreb Cathedral, Ban Jelacic Square and Museum of Broken Relationships.
If you're eager to discover another corner of Croatia, consider Split, about 121 kilometres south-east of Zadar. Diocletian's Palace, Marjan Hill Stairs and Riva Harbour are highlights.