Flying from Brussels to Zadar Airport (ZAD): What you need to know
Brussels is home to two main airports where you can start your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Brussels to Zadar Airport (ZAD) heading out from Brussels Airport (BRU) or Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL).
Around 1 hour 55 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct Brussels to Zadar Airport flight.
Zadar Airport is located in Zadar. The city's timezone is UTC+1 — the same as Brussels.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Brussels to ZAD. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like September and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
You can book a direct flight from Brussels to Zadar Airport (ZAD) out of Brussels Airport (BRU).
When leaving from BRU, you can take a direct flight from Brussels to Zadar Airport with Brussels Airlines.
Most passengers prefer to fly with Brussels Airlines from BRU to ZAD.
BRU is about 13 kilometres from central Brussels. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 20 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Brussels to Zadar Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to Brussels Airport:
When it comes to Brussels Airport's on-time performance, 75% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Catching a flight out of Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL)? Direct Brussels to Zadar Airport (ZAD) plane tickets can be booked from this popular hub.
From CRL, direct flights from Brussels to ZAD are offered by Ryanair.
Ryanair takes the lead in bookings on the CRL to ZAD route.
Want the most on-time carrier? Go with Ryanair. 100.0% of its flights between Brussels South Charleroi Airport and Zadar Airport touch down as planned.
CRL is about 56 kilometres from central Brussels. It'll take you 55 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 15 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Brussels to ZAD flight? Kick back in a hotel near Brussels South Charleroi Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays are expecting you:
Brussels South Charleroi Airport has an on-time performance of 78%. This figure provides insight into how often flights that leave from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.
About Zadar Airport (ZAD)
Consider booking a hotel near ZAD if you're catching a late flight from Brussels to Zadar Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and end the night sooner:
To get the lowest price, book your ride around one week in advance of your Brussels to Zadar Airport flight.
Getting from Zadar Airport (ZAD) to central Zadar
From Zadar Airport, central Zadar is around 10 kilometres away. It takes about 15 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
It takes around 25 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels to Zadar Airport (ZAD)
ج.م. 902 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Brussels to Zadar Airport. Return flights start at ج.م. 1,865. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
To snag cheap flights from Brussels to ZAD, book your ticket 11 months ahead of your departure date.
Schedule your trip for April. That's the best month for landing an awesome deal on Brussels to Zadar Airport tickets. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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The best time to fly from Brussels to Zadar Airport (ZAD)
Think about the pace you're looking for when planning the timing of your trip. February is the quietest month to go to Zadar. August is when most people book flights from Brussels to Zadar Airport (ZAD), which may be perfect if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
Before locking in your Brussels to ZAD plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Zadar, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 30ºC.
January has temperatures of between 0ºC and 11ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Brussels to Zadar Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Zadar
Start your Zadar trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Brussels to Zadar Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
You'll find loads of awesome things to do in Zadar when you're ready to sightsee. Kick off your exploring at Plitvice National Park Full Day Tour from Zadar followed by Zadar Sunset and Zadar City Walls.
Explore more of Croatia
You've visited Zadar, now it's time to explore other parts of Croatia. Journey about 193 kilometres north to Zagreb to tick off its leading attractions. From Park Maksimir to Basilica of The Sacred Heart of Jesus and Zagreb Cathedral, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Split is another essential stop in Croatia and is around 113 kilometres southeast of Zadar. No trip is complete without visiting Diocletian's Palace, Old Split and Peristil.
