Flying from Shanghai to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG): what you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your trip from in Shanghai. Check out your options leaving from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) when organising your flight from Shanghai to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG).
Zagreb is 7 hours behind Shanghai. Franjo Tudman Airport is located in Zagreb, which operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Shanghai to ZAG. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
We make it easy to book a flight from Shanghai to ZAG with a stopover. To see all the options leaving from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between PVG and ZAG include:
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Brussels Airport (BRU)
PVG is around 56 kilometres from central Shanghai. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy traveller tool will show you the fastest route and available public transport options.
After a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Shanghai to Franjo Tudman Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Depending on traffic, you can drive to SHA from Shanghai's centre in about 21 minutes. The airport is approximately 14 kilometres away.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your flight from Shanghai to ZAG? Relax in a hotel near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport before your holiday officially starts. Check out these accommodation options:
About Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Shanghai to Franjo Tudman Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ZAG instead:
Getting from Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) to central Zagreb
Franjo Tudman Airport is approximately 16 kilometres from the centre of Zagreb. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 25 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 58 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
ج.م. 16,902 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Franjo Tudman Airport. Return flights start from ج.م. 34,045. Fares are subject to availability and may change at any time.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from Shanghai to ZAG if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare the prices of tickets from Shanghai to Franjo Tudman Airport across the entire month. The lowest fares are marked in green, making it easy to choose a flight that fits your budget.
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The best time to fly from Shanghai to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
August is the most popular month for flights from Shanghai to Franjo Tudman Airport. To escape the crowds, plan your trip to Zagreb in February when it's quieter.
Schedule your flight from Shanghai to ZAG for August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Zagreb to range from 14ºC to 30ºC.
Travel in January for cooler conditions. Average temperatures range between -7ºC and 8ºC. However, this destination promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Shanghai to Franjo Tudman Airport.
More about Zagreb
Start your Zagreb trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Shanghai to Franjo Tudman Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
One of the best ways to experience Zagreb is to visit its top attractions. Essential stops include Zagreb Cathedral, Ban Jelacic Square and Museum of Broken Relationships.
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