Travelling from Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) to Washington DC: what you need to know
Franjo Tudman Airport is located in Zagreb. Based in the UTC-4 timezone, Washington DC is 5 hours behind Zagreb.
To ensure you catch your flight from ZAG to Washington DC, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying over a peak time such as August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You'll need an ETA for United States if you hold a passport from Croatia and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can change. So before booking your cheap ticket from Franjo Tudman Airport to Washington DC, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest information.
ZAG is around 16 kilometres from central Zagreb. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 58 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Washington DC? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to ZAG:
How to find the cheapest flights from Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) to Washington DC
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Franjo Tudman Airport to Washington DC is Rs88,128. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs148,194. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from ZAG to Washington DC if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
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Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) is around 8 kilometres from the centre of Washington DC. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 16 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 43 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near DCA if you're catching a late flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Washington DC. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Once your flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Washington DC has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city centre in about 51 minutes by car. Central Washington DC is roughly 56 kilometres from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 3 hours and 26 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel close to IAD. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from ZAG to Washington DC:
Best time to go to Washington DC
July is the busiest month for flights from Franjo Tudman Airport to Washington DC. To escape the crowds, head to Washington DC in May when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Washington DC is July, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from Franjo Tudman Airport to Washington DC in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from ZAG to Washington DC in January when temperatures average between -6ºC and 10ºC.
More about Washington DC
After locking in your flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Washington DC, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Washington DC:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. White House Historical Association, The White House and National Mall are leading attractions which should feature on any good Washington DC itinerary.
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