Flying from Sao Paulo to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG): what you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Sao Paulo to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG). Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) and Viracopos Airport (VCP) are Sao Paulo's main airports.
The timezone in Zagreb is UTC+1, which is 4 hours ahead of Sao Paulo. Franjo Tudman Airport is located in Zagreb.
To ensure you get on your flight from Sao Paulo to ZAG, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save money on your flight from Sao Paulo to ZAG. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU). Take a pause at one of these popular airports:
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
The distance from central Sao Paulo to GRU is around 26 kilometres. Use Google Maps for the best route, whether that's in your own car or with public transport.
Want a convenient hotel near Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Sao Paulo to Franjo Tudman Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Sao Paulo to VCP in around 3 hours and 25 minutes. The terminal is roughly 97 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 1 hour and 16 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not book an extra night away from home? Think about kicking back in one of these hotels near Viracopos Airport the day before your flight from Sao Paulo to ZAG:
About Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
Consider booking a hotel near ZAG if you have a late flight from Sao Paulo to Franjo Tudman Airport. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) to central Zagreb
From Franjo Tudman Airport, Zagreb is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes around 58 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sao Paulo to Franjo Tudman Airport is ج.م. 21,403. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 42,085. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from Sao Paulo to ZAG. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the departure date.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for your ticket from Sao Paulo to Franjo Tudman Airport.
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The best time to fly from Sao Paulo to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
August is the most popular month to board a flight from Sao Paulo to Franjo Tudman Airport while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Zagreb, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
The warmest month in Zagreb is August, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC and 30ºC. Book your flights from Sao Paulo to ZAG in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Visit in January for cooler conditions. Average temperatures range between -7ºC and 8ºC. However, this city delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Sao Paulo to Franjo Tudman Airport.
More about Zagreb
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Zagreb right here. Check out these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Sao Paulo to Franjo Tudman Airport:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Zagreb Cathedral, Ban Jelacic Square and Museum of Broken Relationships are attractions you won't want to skip in Zagreb.
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