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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Manchester to Zagreb? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Manchester to Zagreb

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Manchester to Zagreb flights are currently cheapest in April.

Direct flights from Manchester to Zagreb

Manchester to Zagreb: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Manchester to Zagreb below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Zagreb.

Manchester to Zagreb: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRM158
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time2 hrs, 30 mins
Most popular airlineRyanair
Average flights per week5

Finding cheap flights from Manchester to Zagreb: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Manchester to Zagreb is RM158. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 30 minutes is the average flight time from Manchester to Zagreb.
Ryanair, Lauda Europe and Ryanair UK Ltd. fly direct from Manchester to Zagreb.
As of February 2026, there are 5 flights per week flying from Manchester to Zagreb.
The cheapest month to fly from Manchester to Zagreb is usually April.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Manchester Airport to Zagreb Airport on Saturday, 18 April 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 30 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Zagreb but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Zagreb is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Zagreb.

Flying from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG): what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from Manchester Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport is 2 hours 30 minutes.

  • Zagreb's timezone is UTC+1, making Zagreb one hour ahead of Manchester.

  • For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your MAN to ZAG flight.

  • Flying during a peak month like August? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Getting to Zagreb (and then seeing more of Croatia!) is easy with Ryanair. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Manchester Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport.

  • The majority of passengers choose to travel with Ryanair on this route.

  • We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Manchester Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Some great stopovers between MAN and ZAG include:

    • Cologne Bonn Airport

    • Frankfurt Airport

    • Memmingen Allgau Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)

  • RM70 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Manchester Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport flight. A return flight starts at RM158. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.

  • Book six months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from MAN to ZAG.

  • May is the cheapest month for flights from Manchester Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.

  • You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from MAN to ZAG.

  • Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Manchester Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport.

Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)

  • Of all flights departing from Manchester Airport, 59.39% arrive on time at their destination.

  • To get to Manchester Airport from central Manchester, it takes about 30 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • The journey when using public transport will take about 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near MAN. Whether you're catching an early flight from Manchester Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:

Arriving at Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)

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.

  • It'll take around 1 hour if you're travelling by public transport.

When to fly to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)

  • August is the busiest month for flights from Manchester Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Zagreb in February.

  • The warmest month in Zagreb is August, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Manchester Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.

  • Look for cheap tickets from MAN to ZAG in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -7ºC (19ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.

Explore more of Croatia

  • You've done Zagreb, now it's time to explore more of Croatia. Travel around 257 kilometres south to Split to check off its leading sights. From Diocletian's Palace to Marjan Hill Stairs and Riva Harbour, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • Around 129 kilometres south-west of Zagreb, Rijeka is another essential stop in Croatia. Experience major highlights starting with Trsat castle park, Old Gateway (Roman Arch) and Korzo.

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