What are the most popular cities to visit in Croatia?

Croatia is full of interesting cities to visit if you’re interested in touring the country. The majority of our users (46%) visit Split more than other cities in the country, but other popular cities in Croatia include Zagreb and Dubrovnik.

How long is the flight from South Africa to Croatia?

Flight times from South Africa to Croatia vary, but if you’re flying out of Johannesburg OR Tambo and flying into Zagreb Franjo Tuđman (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 13h 10m on average. Another popular route from South Africa to Croatia is flying from Cape Town Intl to Zagreb Franjo Tuđman, which will take roughly 16h. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

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Flights to Split

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Turkish Airlines

Jan 29

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18h 50m

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Feb 5

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Jan 22

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Jan 22

JNB

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Jan 26

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Lufthansa

Jan 29

JNB

19h 00m

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SPU

Feb 5

SPU

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JNB

R13 550

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Jan 22

JNB

45h 10m

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Jan 26

SPU

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R13 751

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Lufthansa

Jan 29

JNB

19h 00m

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SPU

Feb 5

SPU

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JNB

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Lufthansa

Jan 29

CPT

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SPU

Feb 5

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CPT

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Multiple Airlines

Jan 29

JNB

30h 10m

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SPU

Feb 5

SPU

22h 40m

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JNB

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Jan 31

CPT

25h 10m

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SPU

Feb 7

SPU

20h 00m

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British Airways

May 18

CPT

28h 00m

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SPU

May 21

SPU

22h 30m

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CPT

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British Airways

May 18

CPT

33h 35m

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SPU

May 21

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Lufthansa

Jan 29

CPT

31h 20m

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SPU

Feb 5

SPU

22h 55m

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Flights to Zagreb

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Turkish Airlines

Jan 22

JNB

14h 20m

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ZAG

Jan 26

ZAG

24h 25m

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JNB

R10 833

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Jan 22

JNB

24h 50m

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ZAG

Jan 26

ZAG

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JNB

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Jan 22

JNB

24h 50m

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ZAG

Jan 26

ZAG

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JNB

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May 21

CPT

16h 00m

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ZAG

May 25

ZAG

21h 55m

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CPT

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May 21

CPT

16h 00m

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ZAG

May 25

ZAG

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Apr 26

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16h 00m

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ZAG

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ZAG

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Apr 26

CPT

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ZAG

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Feb 18

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ZAG

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ZAG

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Feb 18

CPT

26h 45m

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ZAG

Feb 22

ZAG

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KLM

Apr 26

CPT

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KLM

Apr 26

CPT

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ZAG

May 14

ZAG

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KLM

Apr 26

CPT

22h 55m

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ZAG

May 14

ZAG

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Flights to Dubrovnik

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Turkish Airlines

May 14

JNB

14h 30m

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DBV

May 22

DBV

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May 14

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May 7

CPT

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May 7

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May 14

JNB

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May 4

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DBV

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May 14

JNB

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DBV

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May 4

JNB

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DBV

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Turkish Airlines

May 7

CPT

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DBV

May 11

DBV

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May 7

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DBV

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May 7

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19:10 - 8:30

JNB

ZAG

14h 20m1 stop

9:25 - 10:50

ZAG

JNB

24h 25m1 stop

R10 833Turkish Airlines

Thu, Jan 22 - Mon, Jan 26

19:10 - 19:00

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ZAG

24h 50m1 stop

9:25 - 10:50

ZAG

JNB

24h 25m1 stop

R10 850Turkish Airlines

Thu, Jan 22 - Mon, Jan 26

19:45 - 13:45

JNB

SPU

19h 00m1 stop

14:40 - 16:15

SPU

JNB

24h 35m2 stops

R13 550Lufthansa

Thu, Jan 29 - Thu, Feb 5

19:45 - 13:45

JNB

SPU

19h 00m1 stop

14:40 - 9:30

SPU

JNB

17h 50m1 stop

R14 036Lufthansa

Thu, Jan 29 - Thu, Feb 5

23:45 - 22:40

CPT

ZAG

22h 55m2 stops

6:00 - 5:50

ZAG

CPT

23h 50m1 stop

R14 388KLM

Sun, Apr 26 - Thu, May 14

23:45 - 22:40

CPT

ZAG

22h 55m2 stops

17:10 - 21:25

ZAG

CPT

28h 15m1 stop

R14 405KLM

Sun, Apr 26 - Thu, May 14

15:45 - 9:55

PLZ

ZAG

42h 10m2 stops

20:10 - 11:55

ZAG

PLZ

39h 45m2 stops

R16 854British Airways

Fri, May 22 - Tue, May 26

15:45 - 9:55

PLZ

ZAG

42h 10m2 stops

20:10 - 11:55

ZAG

PLZ

39h 45m2 stops

R16 904British Airways

Fri, May 22 - Tue, May 26

13:45 - 13:20

JNB

ZAG

24h 35m1 stop

15:05 - 8:10

ZAG

JNB

40h 05m3 stops

R18 061Qatar Airways

Thu, Jan 22 - Mon, Jan 26

13:45 - 13:20

JNB

ZAG

24h 35m1 stop

15:05 - 8:10

ZAG

JNB

40h 05m3 stops

R18 581Qatar Airways

Thu, Jan 22 - Mon, Jan 26

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JohannesburgZagreb

JNB - ZAG

JNBZAG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/1

19:10-8:30

1 stop14h 20m

Zagreb Franjo Tuđman

Mon 26/1

9:25-10:50

1 stop24h 25m

R10 833

JohannesburgZagreb

JNB - ZAG

JNBZAG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/1

19:10-19:00

1 stop24h 50m

Zagreb Franjo Tuđman

Mon 26/1

9:25-10:50

1 stop24h 25m

R10 850

JohannesburgSplit

JNB - SPU

JNBSPU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 29/1

19:45-13:45

1 stop19h 00m

Split

Thu 5/2

14:40-16:15

2 stops24h 35m

R13 550

JohannesburgSplit

JNB - SPU

JNBSPU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 29/1

19:45-13:45

1 stop19h 00m

Split

Thu 5/2

14:40-9:30

1 stop17h 50m

R14 036

Cape TownZagreb

CPT - ZAG

CPTZAG

Cape Town Intl

Sun 26/4

23:45-22:40

2 stops22h 55m

Zagreb Franjo Tuđman

Thu 14/5

6:00-5:50

1 stop23h 50m

R14 388

Cape TownZagreb

CPT - ZAG

CPTZAG

Cape Town Intl

Sun 26/4

23:45-22:40

2 stops22h 55m

Zagreb Franjo Tuđman

Thu 14/5

17:10-21:25

1 stop28h 15m

R14 405

Port ElizabethZagreb

PLZ - ZAG

PLZZAG

Port Elizabeth

Fri 22/5

15:45-9:55

2 stops42h 10m

Zagreb Franjo Tuđman

Tue 26/5

20:10-11:55

2 stops39h 45m

R16 854

Port ElizabethZagreb

PLZ - ZAG

PLZZAG

Port Elizabeth

Fri 22/5

15:45-9:55

2 stops42h 10m

Zagreb Franjo Tuđman

Tue 26/5

20:10-11:55

2 stops39h 45m

R16 904

JohannesburgZagreb

JNB - ZAG

JNBZAG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/1

13:45-13:20

1 stop24h 35m

Zagreb Franjo Tuđman

Mon 26/1

15:05-8:10

3 stops40h 05m

R18 061

JohannesburgZagreb

JNB - ZAG

JNBZAG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/1

13:45-13:20

1 stop24h 35m

Zagreb Franjo Tuđman

Mon 26/1

15:05-8:10

3 stops40h 05m

R18 581

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Croatia flights insights and trends

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Which airlines fly to Croatia?

Turkish Airlines, British Airways and Lufthansa are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Croatia from South Africa according to our data. Turkish Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 35% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Croatia. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to Croatia on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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Summary info about Croatia flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	R4 142
Best Round-Trip Price	R10 833
Fastest flight time	37h 25m
Popular in	April

The best one-way flight price to Croatia from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R4 142 (Cape Town Intl to Zagreb Franjo Tuđman).

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The best round-trip flight price to Croatia from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R10 833 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Zagreb Franjo Tuđman).

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The fastest flight to Croatia from South Africa takes 37h 25m (Cape Town Intl to Zagreb Franjo Tuđman).

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April has the highest demand for flights to Croatia, with a 2% price increase on average.

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Frequently asked questions about flying to Croatia

What is the best airport to land at to visit Bacvice Beach?

Flying into Split Airport is typically the best way to visit Bacvice Beach, since it is the closest airport to the area.

What is the cheapest flight to Croatia?

If you are looking to fly to Croatia for less, look to airlines like Lufthansa, Turkish Airlines, and SWISS, with prices starting at R8 628, R10 127, and R10 605 respectively.

Which airlines fly to Croatia?

You can find flights to Croatia from 7 airlines. If you’re unsure which to fly with, consider booking your flight with Turkish Airlines, British Airways or Lufthansa as these are the most popular among our users. Turkish Airlines is the most favoured with 35% of momondo travellers booking flights with this airline.

What is the most popular airport in Croatia to fly to?

According to our data, 35% of momondo users who travelled to Croatia in the last year flew into Zagreb Franjo Tuđman (located in Zagreb), making it the most popular airport to fly to. There may be other airports in Croatia, but the majority of our users take flights to Zagreb Franjo Tuđman in order to visit Zagreb and it’s surrounding areas.

What is the best day of the week to fly to Croatia?

If your travel plans are flexible and you’re looking to save money on flights to Croatia, then be sure to book your departure on a Monday. Flying out on a Monday, as well as a Tuesday, is your best option. Departing on a Saturday tends to be the most expensive day of the week to fly to Croatia.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Croatia?

Prices for flights to Croatia were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Croatia?

There are 7 operators available for flights to Croatia as of December 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly to Croatia?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel to Croatia.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Croatia?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Croatia may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Croatia. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Croatia?

Finding the right flight to Croatia is quick and easy when you have a range of options in front of you, from reputable agents and recognisable airlines. These options can then be filtered down to find the best fit. That is what momondo does. We make finding flights to Croatia quick and easy, saving you time and money.

Can I find flights to Croatia with flexible booking policies on momondo?

momondo does allow users to show only those flights to Croatia which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

How can momondo help me find flights to Croatia?

Once all potential Croatia flight options are in front of you momondo lets you sort and filter flights based on preferences such as airline, price and flight times, amongst many other options.

I’m not ready to book a flight to Croatia right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

Yes momondo offers price alerts on flights to Croatia. After performing a search on this page you should be able to see the price alert set up feature. Simply provide a valid email address and momondo will instantly alert you when prices change.