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Zadar Airport

Also known as: ZAD Airport, Zračna luka Zadar, Zemunik Airport.

ZAD · LDZD · Zadar

Airport facts

Name
Zadar Airport
IATA code
ZAD
ICAO code
LDZD
City
Zadar
Country
Croatia
Address
Zemunik Donji, 23222 Zemunik, Zadar County, Croatia
Coordinates
44.1083, 15.3467
Time zone
Europe/Zagreb
Terminals
One passenger terminal, with a new departures section opened in July 2026 and arrivals in the existing building

About Zadar Airport

Zadar Airport (ZAD) is the airport for Zadar, on Croatia's Adriatic coast, and for northern Dalmatia. It stands in Zemunik Donji, about 8 km (5 miles) east of Zadar city center, close to the Zadar 2 exit of the A1 highway between Zagreb and Split.

Most flights are seasonal and run from spring to autumn. Ryanair flies the most routes, to cities across the UK, Ireland, Germany, Scandinavia, Poland and Italy, while Croatia Airlines links Zadar with Zagreb and Pula all year. easyJet, Eurowings, Lufthansa, Austrian Airlines, Edelweiss, Brussels Airlines, Luxair, Transavia, Wizz Air, Air Serbia and Scandinavian carriers add summer flights. The airport handled about 1.64 million passengers in 2025. It is also a training base for the Croatian Air Force.

Passengers use one terminal. A new departures section, opened in July 2026, roughly doubled its capacity, and arrivals use the existing building, with the taxi stand directly opposite the arrivals exit.

From the airport, most travelers head into Zadar's Old Town and the hotel area at Borik, to the Gaženica ferry port for the islands, north to Nin, or south along the coast to Sukošan and Biograd na Moru.

Airport operator, runways and traffic

Operator

Zračna luka Zadar d.o.o. (Zadar Airport Ltd.)

Passengers per year

About 1.64 million in 2025

Runways

Two: 13/31, 2,500 m, and 04/22, 2,000 m

New departures terminal

Opened in July 2026, with capacity for up to 3 million passengers a year

Shared use

Training base of the Croatian Air Force

Arrival tips for Zadar Airport

Flights from Croatia and other Schengen countries arrive without passport checks. If you come from outside the Schengen area, such as the UK or Serbia, you go through passport control, where non-EU travelers are registered in the EU Entry/Exit System (EES).

Zadar has one passenger terminal, so there is no terminal to choose. Arriving passengers collect their bags in the arrivals area of the existing building, then pass customs into the arrivals hall. If a bag is missing or damaged, report it at the Lost and Found office before you leave. An information desk can help with questions, and car rental desks are close to the terminal.

Outside, the taxi stand is directly opposite the arrivals exit, and taxis run 24 hours a day. The Liburnija airport bus leaves from the bus pickup zone in front of the terminal for Gaženica ferry port, Zadar bus station and the Old Town; its timetable is set month by month around flights. Pre-booked drivers usually meet you as you come out of the arrivals hall.

Croatia is on Central European Time and uses the euro.

Ground transportation

The airport bus is the cheapest way into Zadar; a taxi or pre-booked car is easier with luggage or for addresses outside the city.

  • Airport bus to Zadar

    Liburnija Zadar runs the airport bus from the bus pickup zone in front of the terminal to Gaženica ferry port, Zadar bus station and the Old Town, in about 20 minutes to the Old Town. The ticket includes your luggage and is valid on city buses for 90 minutes; the timetable is published monthly.

  • Taxi from Zadar airport

    The taxi stand is directly opposite the arrivals exit, and taxis are available 24 hours a day. A taxi goes door to door to the Old Town, Borik or the ferry port.

  • Car rental

    Several car rental companies have desks at the airport, with their cars in the rental area beside the terminal. A car suits trips inland or along the coast.

  • Private transfer

    A pre-booked car meets you at the arrivals exit, useful for families, groups, late arrivals and trips to Nin, Biograd na Moru or farther along the coast.

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Terminals

Passenger Terminal

The only passenger terminal, used by every airline for domestic, Schengen and non-Schengen flights. Departures use the new section opened in July 2026; arrivals, baggage claim and customs are in the existing building.

Airlines and destinations

All airlines use the same terminal. Most routes are seasonal, from spring to autumn.

Air Serbia

Belgrade (seasonal)

Austrian Airlines

Vienna (seasonal)

Brussels Airlines

Brussels (seasonal)

Croatia Airlines

Pula, Zagreb

Discover Airlines

Frankfurt (seasonal)

easyJet

Basel/Mulhouse, London Gatwick (seasonal)

Edelweiss

Zurich (seasonal)

Eurowings

Cologne/Bonn, Düsseldorf, Hamburg, Stuttgart (seasonal)

Lufthansa

Munich (seasonal)

Luxair

Luxembourg (seasonal)

Norwegian

Copenhagen (seasonal)

Ryanair

Aarhus, Barcelona, Bari, Berlin, Birmingham, Bologna, Bratislava, Brussels Charleroi, Budapest, Cologne/Bonn, Dublin, Edinburgh, London Stansted, Manchester, Milan Bergamo and more (mostly seasonal)

SAS

Copenhagen (seasonal)

Trade Air

Osijek, Rijeka (seasonal)

Transavia

Rotterdam/The Hague (seasonal)

Wizz Air

Budapest, Warsaw Chopin (seasonal)

Facilities

  • Wi-Fi

    Free Wi-Fi is available to passengers in the terminal.

  • Restaurants and cafés

    Restaurants and cafés are open both before and after security.

  • Duty-free shop

    A duty-free shop is in the departures area after security.

  • Baby care

    Baby changing facilities are in the terminal restrooms.

  • Information desk

    Staff at the Information desk help with questions and hand out the free Sunflower lanyard for hidden disabilities.

  • Lost and found

    The Lost and Found office handles missing and damaged baggage and items left in the terminal; report a problem before you leave the airport.

  • Car rental desks

    Rental companies including Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Europcar, Hertz and Sixt have desks at the airport, with a car rental area beside the terminal.

  • Left luggage

    Zadar Airport does not offer a baggage storage service.

Airport lounges

  • Business Lounge

    In the international departures area past security, with Wi-Fi, air conditioning, drinks, snacks and satellite TV. Ask your airline or the airport whether your ticket or card gives access.

Accessibility and passenger assistance

  • Requesting assistance

    Zadar Airport offers an assistance service for passengers with reduced mobility. Request it through your airline when you book, at least 48 hours before you fly.

  • Hidden disabilities

    The airport is part of the Sunflower program: passengers with non-visible disabilities can collect a free Sunflower lanyard at the Information desk to signal that they may need extra help.

  • Accessible parking

    There are 16 parking spaces for people with reduced mobility close to the passenger terminal.

Parking

General public parking

The public parking lot is in front of the passenger terminal, charged by the hour with the first 10 minutes free. Pay at the payment station by cash or card; daily tickets are not sold, and current rates are on the airport website.

Reduced-mobility parking

Sixteen spaces for people with reduced mobility are close to the terminal, at the standard rates.

Frequently asked questions

How far is Zadar airport from the city center?

Zadar Airport is in Zemunik Donji, about 8 km (5 miles) east of Zadar city center, near the Zadar 2 exit of the A1 highway. The Liburnija airport bus reaches the Old Town in about 20 minutes, stopping at Gaženica ferry port and the main bus station, and taxis and pre-booked cars wait outside the arrivals exit.

Is there a bus from Zadar airport to the Old Town?

Yes. Liburnija Zadar runs the airport bus from the bus pickup zone in front of the terminal to Gaženica ferry port, Zadar bus station and the Old Town, in about 20 minutes. The ticket includes your luggage and is valid on city buses for 90 minutes. The timetable is published each month, a few days before the month begins.

Where is the taxi stand at Zadar airport?

The taxi stand is directly opposite the exit of the arrivals hall, and taxis are available 24 hours a day, every day. A taxi takes you door to door to the Old Town, the Borik hotel area or the Gaženica ferry port, which is easier than the bus with heavy luggage or late at night.

How many terminals does Zadar airport have?

Zadar has one passenger terminal, used by every airline. A new departures section opened in July 2026 and roughly doubled the airport's capacity, to up to 3 million passengers a year. Arriving passengers collect their bags and pass customs in the existing building, then exit to the taxi stand and bus pickup zone.

Which airlines fly to Zadar?

Ryanair flies the most routes from Zadar, to cities across the UK, Ireland, Germany, Scandinavia, Poland and Italy. Croatia Airlines links Zadar with Zagreb and Pula all year. easyJet, Eurowings, Lufthansa, Austrian Airlines, Edelweiss, Brussels Airlines, Luxair, Transavia, Wizz Air, Air Serbia, SAS and Norwegian add seasonal flights.

Are flights to Zadar seasonal?

Mostly, yes. Most routes to Zadar run from spring to autumn, with the busiest schedule in summer, while Croatia Airlines flies to Zagreb and Pula all year. Check the airport's published timetable for flights outside the summer season, because routes, days and airlines change between the summer and winter schedules.

Is Zadar airport the same as Zemunik airport?

Yes. Zadar Airport stands in the village of Zemunik Donji, so it is sometimes called Zemunik Airport, and in Croatian it is Zračna luka Zadar. Its code is ZAD. It is the only commercial airport serving Zadar and northern Dalmatia, so any flight to Zadar lands here.

What do I need to enter Croatia at Zadar airport?

Croatia is in the Schengen area, so flights from other Schengen countries arrive without passport checks, and arrivals from outside it, such as the UK or Serbia, go through passport control. Non-EU travelers are registered in the EU Entry/Exit System (EES), fully operational since 10 April 2026. Check the visa rules for your nationality before you fly.

Is there a lounge at Zadar airport?

Yes. Zadar Airport has a business lounge in the international departures area past security, with Wi-Fi, air conditioning, drinks, snacks and satellite TV. Access depends on your ticket or card, so check with your airline or the airport before you travel.

Can I leave luggage at Zadar airport?

No. Zadar Airport does not currently offer a baggage storage service, so plan to take your bags with you. Plan the day of your flight around this, especially if you check out of your accommodation early, and allow enough time to keep your bags with you until check-in opens.

Is there parking at Zadar airport?

Yes. The public parking lot is in front of the passenger terminal and is charged by the hour, with the first 10 minutes free once every 24 hours. You pay by cash or card at the payment station; daily tickets are not sold. There are also 16 spaces for people with reduced mobility near the terminal.

Is there free Wi-Fi at Zadar airport?

Yes. Zadar Airport offers free Wi-Fi to passengers in the terminal. Restaurants and cafés are open both before and after security, and a duty-free shop is in the departures area, so you can get online and eat while you wait for your flight.

How do I get from Zadar airport to the ferry port?

The Liburnija airport bus stops at Gaženica ferry port, southeast of the Old Town, on its way from the airport into Zadar, so you can reach the island ferries without changing buses. A taxi or pre-booked car takes you straight to the port, which is easier with luggage or a tight sailing time.

Why book with Airport Transportation?

We provide private transportation from any airport to any hotel at the best price, and we are licensed with complete insurance liability.

Is the transportation private or shared?

Airport Transportation provides private transportation only, in vans, luxury SUVs, or semi-buses.

Are prices per person or per vehicle?

Prices on our website are per vehicle, not per person, based on a range of passengers.

How many people can a van carry?

Regular vans carry up to 9 passengers, semi-buses up to 16, and luxury SUVs up to 6 passengers.

How do I find you at the airport?

Walk all the way out of the airport. You'll see representatives holding boards. Look for the Airport Transportation logo or your name.

What kind of vehicles do you use?

Commonly Toyota Hiace, Volkswagen Transporter, Mercedes Sprinter, Volkswagen Crafter, Chevrolet Tahoe, and Chevrolet Suburban.

Do you have insurance?

Yes. We carry insurance with complete liability for all passengers while using our services.

Do you provide baby seats?

Baby seats are provided with prior notice, subject to availability, one seat maximum per vehicle.

How far in advance should I book?

You can book any time in advance; we suggest one week to one day ahead. Same-day reservations are available.

What payment methods are accepted?

PayPal is our main payment method; a cash option is also available when booking through our website. Credit cards are accepted through PayPal.

Do vehicles have air conditioning?

Yes. For your comfort all our units have air conditioning.

What if my flight is delayed?

During booking we ask for your airline and flight number so we can track delays and wait for you.

Can I make stops during my ride?

Yes, you can add an extra stop to your service during the booking process.

Do children pay differently than adults?

No. Prices are set per passenger range or per vehicle, not per age.

Is my reservation refundable?

Yes. Cancel free of charge up to 24 hours before your pick-up and you are refunded in full. Cancellations made less than 24 hours before service are not refundable.

Do drivers speak English?

Yes. While their English may not be native-level, drivers have the skills to communicate with passengers.

Are tips mandatory?

Tips are not mandatory but are highly recommended; drivers earn them through service quality.

What currencies are accepted?

All prices are in USD. Via PayPal you can pay in almost any currency; cash payments accept USD only.

Are pets allowed?

We can transport domestic pets kept in cages that fit in a normal vehicle.

Is there room for luggage?

Yes. There is plenty of room for one suitcase and one carry-on per person.

What is included in the price?

Every private transfer includes a professional, licensed driver; an insured, well-maintained vehicle; real-time flight monitoring; meet-and-greet service at arrivals; and door-to-door service with no hidden fees added after booking. Your fixed price covers the full route to your destination.

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