Travelling from Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) to Podgorica Airport (TGD): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Podgorica Airport is 1 hour 10 minutes.
Zagreb and Podgorica follow the same timezone, UTC+1.
Every week, there are three Franjo Tudman Airport to Podgorica Airport flights. If you want to take off as soon as possible, jump on the 11:15 Ryanair flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 20:30 with Ryanair.
To ensure you get on your ZAG to TGD flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak time like August? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Ryanair is your ticket to exploring Podgorica (and perhaps some other great corners of Montenegro!). Browse the direct flights from Franjo Tudman Airport to Podgorica Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Ryanair.
How to find the cheapest flights from Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) to Podgorica Airport (TGD)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Franjo Tudman Airport to Podgorica Airport flight is RM219. A return plane ticket is currently RM489. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Book six months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from ZAG to TGD.
The cheapest month for flights from Franjo Tudman Airport to Podgorica Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
When it comes to Franjo Tudman Airport's on-time performance, data shows 67.18% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Zagreb to Franjo Tudman Airport is approximately 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Catching an early flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Podgorica Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near ZAG:
Arriving at Podgorica Airport (TGD)
Consider staying in a hotel near TGD if you're taking a late Franjo Tudman Airport to Podgorica Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Hit the road running by picking up a Podgorica Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, U-Save or Surprice and explore beyond Podgorica's main sights.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Podgorica Airport about two weeks before you travel.
Getting from Podgorica Airport (TGD) to central Podgorica
Podgorica Airport to the centre of Podgorica has a drive time of around 10 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
When to fly to Podgorica Airport (TGD)
The quietest month for a flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Podgorica Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Podgorica based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Podgorica Airport for August if you'd like to visit Podgorica during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Search for cheap tickets from ZAG to TGD sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Montenegro
You've seen Podgorica, now it's time to explore other parts of Montenegro. Journey about 48 kilometres north-west to Nikšić to check off its leading sights. From Diskgolf teren Trebjesa - Discgolf to Manitovac Park and Krupac jezero, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in Montenegro, consider Herceg Novi, roughly 56 kilometres west of Podgorica. Park dječijeg zabavišta, Dog Garo and Strand von Dobrec are among its highlights.