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

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

New York to Zagreb: Alternative routes

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

New York to Zagreb: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRM1,603
Cheapest month to flyMarch

Finding cheap flights from New York to Zagreb: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from New York to Zagreb is RM1,603. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from New York to Zagreb. But we found flights with one stop from RM1,603.
As of February 2026, there are no flights flying from New York to Zagreb.
The cheapest month to fly from New York to Zagreb is usually March.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from New York to Zagreb Airport on Monday, 23 March 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between New York and Zagreb Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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.
The cheapest airline that flies to Zagreb is Air Canada .

Travelling from New York to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG): What you need to know

  • Planning your flight from New York to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) begins with finding the right airport to begin your travels from. John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are your main options in New York.

  • The timezone in Zagreb is UTC+1, which is five hours ahead of New York. Franjo Tudman Airport is located in Zagreb.

  • Your flight from New York to ZAG won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.

  • If you're flying during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. Get there two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.

Airports in New York

John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even explore another city. When searching for cheap flights from New York to ZAG leaving from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Top options include:

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

  • JFK is about 48 kilometres from central New York. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 20 minutes.

  • In search of a comfortable hotel close to John F. Kennedy International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from New York to Franjo Tudman Airport, these stays will put you a quick hop from check-in:

  • 74.1% of flights taking off from John F. Kennedy International Airport arrive at their destination on time.

  • You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

  • Break up your flight from New York to Franjo Tudman Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick another place off your list. Some top stopovers between Newark Liberty International Airport and ZAG are:

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

    • Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)

    • Vienna International Airport (VIE)

  • On public transport, you can travel from central New York to EWR in around 1 hour 10 minutes. The airport is roughly 24 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 30 minutes.

  • Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before your New York to ZAG flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Newark Liberty International Airport:

  • Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 73.3%. This figure gives an insight into how frequently flights that depart from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.

  • You'll find EWR at Building 1, Conrad Road.

LaGuardia Airport (LGA)

  • You can book a plane ticket from New York to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) leaving from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) with a stopover. Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is a popular connection point.

  • The journey time to LGA from the centre of New York is around 1 hour by public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you about 25 minutes to cover the 18 kilometres or so.

  • Make departure day worry-free — stay close to LaGuardia Airport and know you'll get to your gate with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early New York to Franjo Tudman Airport flight:

  • LGA has a reliable on-time arrivals performance of 80.0%, so there's a high chance your flight will stay on schedule and touch down as expected.

  • LaGuardia Airport is located at Hangar 7 Centre.

About Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)

  • If you're coming in on a late flight from New York to Franjo Tudman Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near ZAG:

  • Travel at your own speed with a Franjo Tudman Airport rental car. Book your wheels from AVIA Rent, Green Motion or OK Mobility and venture far and wide through Zagreb and beyond.

  • For the best deal, book your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your New York to Franjo Tudman Airport flight.

Getting from Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) to central Zagreb

  • Central Zagreb is around 11 kilometres from Franjo Tudman Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary depending on time of day, so do a little research ahead of your trip.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.

How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)

  • At the moment, RM854 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Franjo Tudman Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM1,603. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from New York to ZAG. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.

  • If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when searching for your New York to Franjo Tudman Airport ticket.

  • You don't need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a better deal comes up on plane tickets from New York to ZAG.

  • Find an affordable flight from New York to Franjo Tudman Airport by using the search filters. Select your preferred departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from New York to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)

  • February is the quietest month for flights from New York to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG), while August is the busiest. Find the ideal time to go to Zagreb based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • Book a New York to ZAG plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Zagreb to range from 14ºC (57ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • January sees temperatures of between -7ºC (19ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Search for cheap tickets from New York to Franjo Tudman Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

More about Zagreb

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Zagreb right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from New York to Franjo Tudman Airport:

  • Park Maksimir and Basilica of The Sacred Heart of Jesus are a couple of big attractions to add to your Zagreb itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Upper Town.

Explore more of Croatia

  • You've visited Zagreb, now it's time to discover more of Croatia. Travel about 257 kilometres south to Split to check off its top sights. From Diocletian's Palace to Old Split and Blue lagoon boat tour - Sentinels, your itinerary will be busy.

  • If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Croatia, head for Rijeka, about 137 kilometres west of Zagreb. Teatro Fenice, Riječki Karneval and The St. Vitus Cathedral are the start of reasons to visit.

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