Set in the middle of the Croatian coast, Zadar is one of the most frequented holiday hotspots in the country. As a popular tourist destination, the city is serviced by Zadar Airport, located only 20 minutes away from the city centre. This gives visitors a fantastic opportunity to pick up a car hire at Zadar Airport and travel around in an uncomplicated manner.
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The airport began providing commercial flights as early as 1936. Since 2013 it has been a Ryanair base, offering international flights to European destinations on a seasonal basis. The airport also serves as a training base for Croatian Air Force.
Zadar Airport (ZAD)
Website: Zadar Airport
Address: Ulica I/2A, 23222, Zemunik Donji, Croatia
Telephone: +385 60 355 355
Airlines operating at Zadar Airport: Most of the flights are operated on a seasonal basis. Flights to the UK are provided by Ryanair, easyJet and Titan Airways. The only all-year-round flights are operated by the national carrier, Croatia Airlines, to Pula and Zagreb.
Thanks to its proximity to the city centre, the airport is a great starting point for people on holiday. With a car rental from Zadar Airport, you can reach the city centre easily and then head to other destinations in Croatia, such as Split or Rijeka as soon as you step off the plane. Car rental companies are located in a building in front of the terminal, a quick walk from the arrival hall.
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Carwiz at Zadar Airport Ulica I/2A, Zadar, Croatia 23222 +385 23 648 631 |
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The airport consists of a one-storey terminal building. The departures hall is situated in the centre of the terminal, with the check-in desks placed in front of the main entrance. It's a fairly small airport, however, it has all amenities you may need during your travel.
Travellers coming to Zadar Airport will find shopping, financial and dining facilities all located inside the terminal. ATM and currency exchange are both in the arrivals and departures halls. Tourist information and travel agents are in the main hall of the terminal building. There is a restaurant and a snack bar in the arrivals hall, as well a coffee shop and a duty-free shop on the air-side. Zadar Airport offers free Wi-Fi for all travellers within the terminal building.
Just outside the terminal you will find a taxi stand with taxi services available around the clock. There is also a direct bus service to Zadar Old Town operating on a daily basis. However, the best option is to rent a car at Zadar Airport and travel at your own pace. Pick up your vehicle and reach Zadar via the D502 in just twenty minutes. Should you need information about driving in Croatia, feel free to visit our guide page.
If you plan to pick up your car hire from Zadar Airport, you will need to learn where you can park your rental vehicle. Parking at the airport is situated across the terminal building. The Old Town of Zadar is mostly pedestranised with no car access. There are several car parks in the Old Town as well as along the city walls. There are also several paid car parks in the city and on-street parking is metered, so pay attention to parking signs.