Car Rental at Zagreb Airport
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Cheapest Car Rental Rates
Mini
Volkswagen Up
or similar
- 4
- 1
- 4
- A/C
- Man.
$9.36
per day
Economy
VW Polo
or similar
- 5
- 1
- 5
- A/C
- Man.
$9.55
per day
Compact
Opel Astra
or similar
- 5
- 2
- 5
- A/C
- Man.
$12.04
per day
Intermediate
Skoda Octavia
or similar
- 5
- 2
- 4
- A/C
- Man.
$18.10
per day
Most Popular Car Rental Deals
Standard
VW Passat
or similar
- 5x
- 2x
- 4x
- A/C
- Man.
$25.94
/ per day
Mini Elite
Smart ForTwo
or similar
- 2x
- 1x
- 2x
- A/C
- Auto.
$27.10
/ per day
Full-size
Suzuki Vitara
or similar
- 5x
- 3x
- 5x
- A/C
- Man.
$30.65
/ per day
Minivan
Opel Vivaro
or similar
- 9x
- 5x
- 4x
- A/C
- Man.
$65.62
/ per day
The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 02:01 on 2022-01-24. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
Travel Information
Language
Croatian
Currency
HRK
Country code
385
Traffic direction
Right-hand
Speed limit out of town
90 km/h
56 mi/h
Speed limit within town
50 km/h
31 mi/h
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.05%
Airport Car Rental
Sometimes overlooked in favor of the country’s long Adriatic coast, the capital of Croatia is a fascinating place to visit if you give it a chance. More Central European than Mediterranean in look and character, it has an impressive concentration of historical landmarks but also doesn’t lack more contemporary attractions. After seeing Zagreb itself, you can use the city as a hub for exploring the rest of the country’s northwest. With that in mind, these are three of the most interesting attractions in and around Zagreb:
- Upper Town. Divided further into two sections, Gradec and Kaptol, Gornji Grad or the Upper Town is the medieval core of Zagreb. Unsurprisingly, then, this part of the city is where you’ll find many of its landmarks such as the 13th century Zagreb Cathedral, the Old Town Gate, Klovičevi Dvori Gallery, and even the Sabor or the Parliament of Croatia.
- Art Pavilion. Dating back to 1898 and located in a beautiful, distinctly yellow historical building, the Art Pavilion is one of the most interesting places in Zagreb. In addition to works by all the most notable Croatian artists, pieces by world-famous creators such as Andy Warhol, Joan Miro, and Auguste Rodin are also on display. Many contemporary art shows and exhibitions also take place here. Visit the museum’s website to learn more.
- Rijeka. Located on the picturesque Kvarner Bay, Rijeka (or Fiume, as the city is known in Italian) is Croatia’s third-largest city and one of its most interesting destinations. A large port city, it is known for its commercial prowess, scenic architecture, and creative spirit. The drive from Zagreb takes about two hours. Rijeka is also known as a jump-off point for the region's idyllic islands like Krk (which is connected to the mainland by a bridge) and Cres (which can be accessed by ferry from either mainland or Krk — most ferry companies let you take a car with you, but ask your rental car provider in advance if they permit it).
Top international routes
- Frankfurt, Germany
- Vienna, Austria
- Munich, Germany
- Zurich, Switzerland
- Brussels, Belgium
- Paris, France
Main airlines
Croatia Airlines, Lufthansa, Austrian Airlines, Germanwings, Qatar Airways, and Turkish Airlines
Terminals
The single passenger terminal building was opened to passengers in 2017, replacing the old terminal.
Location
The airport is about 10 km (6.2 miles) southeast of Zagreb city center. Savska, Sajmišna cesta, and Damira Tomljanovica streets and Liberty Bridge are the main routes connecting the airport to the city.
Most popular types of rental car
- Station wagons - from $48 per day
- Large cars - from $66 per day
- Medium cars - from $36 per day
- Vans - from $123 per day
- Premium cars - from $145 per day
- Small cars - from $28 per day
- SUVs - from $58 per day
Car rental desks
Most are located in the arrivals hall.
Services and facilities
Although the airport is not large, you’ll find many bars and cafeterias, ATMs, duty-free shops, a lost and found service, baby changing facilities, and a prayer room. Zagreb Airport is easily accessible for travelers with reduced mobility, and special assistance is provided if requested in advance. You can find more information on the airport's official website.
Nearest gas station
Lukoil at Zagrebačka Street 2c can be reached in less than ten minutes and is open 24/7. There are many other gas stations nearby.
Popular one-way rentals
- Dubrovnik (609 km / 378 mi). Located on the Adriatic Coast near the borders with Bosnia and Herzegovina and Montenegro, Dubrovnik is one of the most picturesque cities in Croatia. Internationally well-known as one of the filming locations of the Game of Thrones, the city attracts visitors with its beautiful old town, impressive city walls, and well-preserved churches.
- Split (418 km / 259 mi). Croatia’s second city and the capital of the historic Dalmatia region, Split is famous for its long, beautiful beaches and fun nightlife. But there’s even more about this city, from history that’s dating back for millenia to its proximity to Croatia’s most beautiful islands.
- Podgorica (723 km / 449 mi). The capital city of Montenegro is one of the sunniest cities in Europe. Although it is not that famous as a travel destination, the city has its fair share of delights like the Old Turkish baths and beautiful Serbian Orthodox churches. Podgorica’s number one attraction, however, is its proximity to Montenegro’s stunning beaches and nature areas. It’s important to keep in mind that if you plan to travel from Zagreb to Podgorica, Sarajevo, Budapest, or Belgrade, you’ll be crossing an international border, so ask your rental car provider in advance if they permit it. Also, make sure you don’t need a visa to enter (Croatia and Hungary are both part of the EU and Schengen Area, but every other country in the region has its own unique visa policy).
- Sarajevo (396 km / 246 mi). The capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina, Sarajevo’s reputation suffered during the wars of the 1990s that followed the break-up uf Yugoslavia. Although the city still bears some scars of this gruesome experience, it is nowadays a perfectly safe place to visit, and has recently reinvented itself as a place of culture. After seeing Sarajevo, drive to see the rest of Bosnia and Herzegovina, its impressive natural parks, and well-preserved wooden mosques.
- Budapest (339 km / 210 mi). Although Hungary is not usually associated with the Balkan region, its capital, Budapest, is just a few hours’ drive north of Zagreb. Considered by many to be one of Europe’s most beautiful cities, it is home to many impressive castles, the Margaret Island in the middle of the Danube, and cozy restaurants serving traditionally spicy Hungarian food.
- Belgrade (387 km / 240 mi). Still undiscovered by tourist masses, Serbia remains a fascinating off-the-beaten-path destination in the heart of Southeast Europe. Its impressive capital, Belgrade, attracts visitors with the impressive Belgrade Fortress, Temple of Saint Sava, and many museums and galleries.
Airport info
Zagreb Airport (ZAG)
- IATA: ZAG
- ICAO: LDZA
- Name: Zagreb Airport (ZAG)
- Size: Large Airport
- Aircraft movements (per year): 41,585
- Passengers (per year): 3,092,047
- Distance from City: 9.3 miles / 15 km SE of town
- Working hours: 24 hours a day
- Phone: +385 1 456 22 22
Top 18 Locations near Zagreb Airport
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Car Rental in Zagreb with delivery within city limits from $43.14 per day
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Car Rental in Zagreb Esplanade Hotel from $12.02 per day0.5 km / 0.3 miles away
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Car Rental at Zagreb Train Station from $43.14 per day0.6 km / 0.4 miles away
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Car Rental at Zagreb, Westin Hotel from $12.46 per day0.8 km / 0.5 miles away
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Car Rental at Zagreb Hoyel Slisko from $31.14 per day1.8 km / 1.1 miles away
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Car Rental at Panorama Zagreb Hotel from $23.69 per day1.9 km / 1.2 miles away
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Car Rental at Rijeka Airport from $16.78 per day127.8 km / 79.4 miles away
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Car Rental in Rijeka with delivery within city limits from $43.14 per day131.6 km / 81.8 miles away
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Car Rental at Pula Airport from $11.85 per day190.1 km / 118.1 miles away
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Car Rental in Zadar with delivery within city limits from $21.57 per day194.6 km / 120.9 miles away
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Car Rental at Zadar Airport from $11.58 per day195.6 km / 121.5 miles away
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Car Rental in Porec with delivery within city limits from $21.57 per day195.8 km / 121.7 miles away
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Car Rental in Pula with delivery within city limits from $21.57 per day196.6 km / 122.1 miles away
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Car Rental at the Port of Zadar from $89.87 per day197.3 km / 122.6 miles away
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Car Rental at Osijek Airport from $9.07 per day223.7 km / 139.0 miles away
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Car Rental at Split Airport from $9.07 per day253.8 km / 157.7 miles away
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Car Rental in Split with delivery within city limits from $43.14 per day258.0 km / 160.3 miles away
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Car Rental at Split Port from $41.93 per day258.9 km / 160.9 miles away
Map of Car Rental Locations
When are car rental prices cheapest at Zagreb Airport?
The cost of renting a car at Zagreb Airport depends on the time of year. This graph compares month-to-month price changes to help you find the best deal.
Average Rental Price at Zagreb Airport
The cheapest time of the year to rent a vehicle at Zagreb Airport is April when prices for an Economy class start from $14.95. You can see that this is 47% cheaper than the yearly average and 71% cheaper than renting a car in July (when rental prices start at $52.25 for a Compact class). Knowing this can help you find the best price. But remember that these are average numbers. The exact cost of your rental will depend on your rental length and on how far in advance you book the car. Enter your travel dates at the top of the page to see exact prices and offers!
What’s the most popular rental length at Zagreb Airport?
Travel length differs from one month to another: in December the average rental period is 17 days, while in July, the average rental period is only 11 days.
Average Rental Length
Which is the busiest car rental month at Zagreb Airport?
Travelers are most likely to rent a car at Zagreb Airport in July, while the fewest number of travelers rent in December.
Popularity by Monthly Searches
Most Popular Car Models of Rental Suppliers
| Rental Agency | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AddCar | Suzuki Swift | 5 | 2 | Small cars |
| Autounion | VW Up | 4 | 1 | Small cars |
| GreenMotion | Opel Corsa | 4 | 1 | Small cars |
| Alamo | Fiat Panda | 4 | 2 | Small cars |
| Global Rent a Car | Opel Karl 3d | 3 | 1 | Small cars |
| Alamo | Hyundai i20 | 4 | 2 | Small cars |
| GreenMotion | Chevrolet Spark | 5 | 2 | Small cars |
| Flizzr | Fiat 500 | 3 | 1 | Small cars |
| Flizzr | Opel Corsa | 3 | 1 | Small cars |
| Global Rent a Car | Opel Corsa | 4 | 1 | Small cars |
FAQ
Do we have to pay additional costs to get to Dubrovnik with a rental car (through the Neum corridor) and to take the car onboard ferries?
Whether you are allowed to take a rental car to Dubrovnik through the Neum Corridor depends on which rental company you choose. In all cases, you need to inform the company in advance. Some charge a fee for this, will others don’t.
Taking a ferry is usually possible, but you must tell the rental company in advance. You will also always be charged an additional fee for this and be liable for any damage that happens to the car onboard the ferry
Taking a ferry is usually possible, but you must tell the rental company in advance. You will also always be charged an additional fee for this and be liable for any damage that happens to the car onboard the ferry
I am a senior citizen, Will I be any charged any additional fee renting a car?
Generally, car rental companies allow rentals without any additional costs for those up to the age of 65. Some car rental companies also allow people above 65 years of age to rent can without any additional fee. Senior citizens can either check the rental conditions of the car rental offer to find out or enter their age when searching, in which case any additional fee will be shown in the total price.
What is the maximum period it is possible to rent a car for?
Most car rentals allow renting a car for a maximum period of 28 days, but some might allow for a longer period than that. If a customer would like to rent a car for a longer period, we suggest searching with exact travel dates and our website will only show those results available for said dates. Note that even if it is possible to rent the car for a longer period, you may still be required to return to the rental desk during the rental and sign a new contract. In most cases, this is due to the legal requirements of the country or state.
Our Customers Reviews
Because we want to make sure each review listed here is left by a real customer, we don’t have an option to post a review here. Instead, we ask each and every customer to leave a review after they return their rental. This way, you know that all reviews are authentic, verified, and trustworthy.
LP
Russian Federation
VW Polo
December 7, 2021
For those who stays in Zagreb the car is not necessary: public transportation is good. But if you want to explore all Croatia has to offer the car definitely is needed!
SL
Netherlands
VW Golf VII
October 30, 2021
I had to pay almost double extra for returning the car earlier, although I mentioned my departure time when searching for a car, and for ferry costs.
WT
Netherlands
VW Up
February 8, 2021
See above. Place is a 2min ride from.the airport, easy to find using Google maps.
MP
Germany
Opel Astra
January 7, 2020
Very friendly staff. Easy and quick rental process.
NV
Canada
Skoda Fabia
September 9, 2019
Zagreb is centrally located to many tourist attractions such as Slovenia and the Dalmatian coast.
ND
Canada
VW Polo
August 19, 2019
Zagreb is easy to drive when the Avia agent explained directions and what highway to take to reach our destination. The GPS was easy to use.
DM
South Africa
Opel Corsa
August 7, 2019
Great to have a car for city to city tours, very convenient way to get around. I would use it again.
GM
Germany
VW Golf DSG
April 25, 2019
While I did not travel in Zagreb, a car made travel in Croatia much easier.
Top 21 Suppliers at Zagreb Airport in 2022
+385997503558
Ščitarjevo 225, 10410, Ščitarjevo
Working hours
Mon:09:00-17:00
Tue:09:00-17:00
Wed:09:00-17:00
Thu:09:00-17:00
Fri:09:00-17:00
Sat:09:00-17:00
Sun:09:00-17:00
+38515626599
Ulica Rudolfa Fizira 21. 10150, Zagreb
$10 - $73
Working hours
Mon:07:00-21:00
Tue:07:00-21:00
Wed:07:00-21:00
Thu:07:00-21:00
Fri:07:00-21:00
Sat:07:00-21:00
Sun:07:00-21:00
+38598231089
Zagreb Airport,Ul. Rudolfa Fizira 21, 10150 Zagreb
$18 - $85
Working hours
Mon:08:00-20:00
Tue:08:00-20:00
Wed:08:00-20:00
Thu:08:00-20:00
Fri:08:00-20:00
Sat:08:00-20:00
Sun:08:00-20:00
+385993824785
Airport Terminal, Ulica Rudolfa Fizira 21
$12 - $469
+38513885809
Ul. Rudolfa Fizira 21, 10150, Zagreb
$29 - $114
+385996094068 / +385993824785
Ul. Rudolfa Fizira 21, 10150, Zagreb
$12 - $526
+385916199924
Ulica Rudolfa Fizira 21, 10150, Zagreb
$24 - $85
+385993484020 / +385956582135
10150 Rudolfa Fizira 1, Zagreb
$9 - $258
+38598231089
Zagreb Airport,Ul. Rudolfa Fizira 21, 10150 Zagreb
$32 - $124
Working hours
Mon:08:00-20:00
Tue:08:00-20:00
Wed:08:00-20:00
Thu:08:00-20:00
Fri:08:00-20:00
Sat:08:00-20:00
Sun:08:00-20:00
+385914854680
Zagreb Airport
$13 - $105
Working hours
Mon:07:00-23:00
Tue:07:00-23:00
Wed:07:00-23:00
Thu:07:00-23:00
Fri:07:00-23:00
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+385914854680
Zagreb Airport Ulica Rudolfa Fizira 21
$10 - $78
Working hours
Mon:07:00-23:00
Tue:07:00-23:00
Wed:07:00-23:00
Thu:07:00-23:00
Fri:07:00-23:00
Sat:07:00-23:00
Sun:07:00-23:00
+385995936452
Franjo Tuđman Airport Zagreb, Ul. Rudolfa Fizira 1, 10150, Zagreb
$10 - $66
Working hours
Mon:07:00-23:00
Tue:07:00-23:00
Wed:07:00-23:00
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Fri:07:00-23:00
Sat:07:00-23:00
Sun:07:00-23:00
+385993600683
Slavonska Avenija 70, Croatia
$43 - $81
Working hours
Mon:08:00-20:00
Tue:08:00-20:00
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+385954442442 / +385996666696
Ul. Rudolfa Fizira 1, 10150 Zagreb
Working hours
Mon:08:00-20:00
Tue:08:00-20:00
Wed:08:00-20:00
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Fri:08:00-20:00
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Ok Rent A Car
+34971084916
Ul. Rudolfa Fizira 21, 10150, Zagreb, Croatia
+385951177666 / +385951177222
Petina, 10410, Petina
$12 - $174
Working hours
Mon:07:00-22:00
Tue:07:00-22:00
Wed:07:00-22:00
Thu:07:00-22:00
Fri:07:00-22:00
Sat:07:00-22:00
Sun:07:00-22:00
+38521444222
Pleso HR, Ul. Rudolfa Fizira 21, 10150, Zagreb
$18 - $258
Working hours
Mon:07:00-21:00
Tue:07:00-21:00
Wed:07:00-21:00
Thu:07:00-21:00
Fri:07:00-21:00
Sat:07:00-21:00
Sun:07:00-21:00
+385994736188 / +385992659096
Ul. Rudolfa Fizira 21, 10150, Zagreb, Croatia
+385997503558 / +3853172487251
Ulica Rudolfa Fizira 1, 10410, Velika Gorica
Working hours
Mon:08:00-22:00
Tue:08:00-22:00
Wed:08:00-22:00
Thu:08:00-22:00
Fri:08:00-22:00
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+385956600220
Ul. Sandora Brescenskog 1 10410, Velika Gorica
$18 - $47
+385997503558 / +34965233425
10410, Petina, Croatia
Working hours
Mon:09:00-17:00
Tue:09:00-17:00
Wed:09:00-17:00
Thu:09:00-17:00
Fri:09:00-17:00
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