Flying from Chicago to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG): what you need to know
Chicago is home to two main airports where you can set off on your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Chicago to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) leaving from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
Franjo Tudman Airport is located in Zagreb. The city operates in the UTC+1 timezone and is 6 hours ahead of Chicago.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Show up at the airport on time to catch your flight from Chicago to ZAG.
With more travelers during busy periods like August, get to the terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow for extra wait times. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like July Fourth.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from Chicago to ZAG. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
From central Chicago, ORD is around 25 miles away. Use navigation apps or check the official airport website to work out the best way to arrive at the terminal.
Catching an early flight from Chicago to Franjo Tudman Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near O'Hare International Airport:
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
On public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in around 46 minutes. The airport is roughly 12 miles away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 21 minutes.
It's your vacation, so why not book another night away? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Chicago Midway International Airport the day before your flight from Chicago to ZAG:
About Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
If you have a late flight from Chicago to Franjo Tudman Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near ZAG:
Getting from Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) to central Zagreb
Franjo Tudman Airport is approximately 10 miles from the center of Zagreb. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 25 minutes.
It takes roughly 58 minutes if you're traveling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
$273 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Franjo Tudman Airport. Return flights start from $587. Prices may vary depending on availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from Chicago to ZAG, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
August is the busiest month for flights from Chicago to Franjo Tudman Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Zagreb in February when it's quieter.
Lock in your flight from Chicago to ZAG for August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Zagreb to range from 57ºF to 86ºF.
If you like traveling in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from Chicago to Franjo Tudman Airport in January when temperatures average between 19ºF and 46ºF.
More about Zagreb
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Zagreb right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Chicago to Franjo Tudman Airport:
One of the best ways to experience Zagreb is to explore its popular attractions. Some highlights include Zagreb Cathedral, Ban Jelacic Square and Museum of Broken Relationships.
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