Zadar Airport is the main air gateway for Zadar and North Dalmatia. The airport is about 8 km east of the city, with a shuttle bus to Gaženica ferry port, Zadar Bus Station and the Old Town.
For most visitors, the airport shuttle is the cheapest way into Zadar. Taxis, Uber, Bolt, private transfers and car rental are also available for late arrivals or trips continuing beyond the city.
Zadar Airport short facts
- Location: Zemunik Donji, about 8 km east of Zadar
- Airport shuttle: airport → Gaženica ferry port → Zadar Bus Station → Old Town
- Typical shuttle time: about 20 minutes to the Old Town
- Shuttle fare: €5 one way, including baggage
- Ticket validity: 90 minutes, including onward city-bus travel during that period
- Taxi: available from the rank opposite Arrivals
- Parking: directly in front of the terminal
- Check-in: at least 1 hour before domestic flights and 3 hours before international flights
Getting from Zadar Airport to the city
The airport shuttle serves Gaženica ferry port and Zadar Bus Station before reaching the Old Town, making it useful for both city stays and onward connections.
- Cheapest: airport shuttle
- Late arrival: taxi, Uber or Bolt
- Ferry connection: shuttle to Gaženica
- Intercity bus: shuttle to Zadar Bus Station
- Road trip: rental car from the airport
Airport shuttle bus
The shuttle timetable follows the flight programme and changes through the year.
- Airport to city: Zadar Airport → Gaženica ferry port → Zadar Bus Station → Old Town
- City to airport: Old Town → Zadar Bus Station → Gaženica ferry port → Zadar Airport
- Old Town stop: Liburnska obala on the Peninsula
- Travel time: about 20 minutes
- Fare: €5 one way
- Baggage: included
- Payment: cash or bank card on the bus
- Ticket validity: 90 minutes
Taxi, Uber and Bolt
The official taxi stand is directly opposite the arrivals exit. Uber and Bolt also serve Zadar Airport.
A taxi or app-based ride is useful for late arrivals, travellers with several bags and accommodation away from the shuttle route.
Private transfers
Private transfers can be booked in advance for direct transport to Zadar or destinations elsewhere in the region.
Arrange a private transfer from or to Zadar Airport
Travel directly between Zadar Airport and your hotel, apartment or onward destination.
A private transfer can be convenient for families, groups, late arrivals or travellers with several bags.
Zadar Airport shuttle bus timetable — October 2026
The October timetable varies by day of the week. Departures from Zadar Bus Station are normally five minutes after the Old Town departure.
Timetable checked October 2026. Confirm your departure on the official Zadar Airport shuttle timetable before travelling.
A date in brackets means that departure runs only on that date.
Monday
| Old Town → Airport | Bus Station → Airport | Airport → Zadar |
|---|---|---|
| 04:30 | 04:35 | 09:00 |
| 06:30 | 06:35 | 09:45 |
| 09:30 | 09:35 | 12:00 |
| 11:00 | 11:05 | 13:45 |
| 13:30 | 13:35 | 15:30 |
| 14:30 | 14:35 | 17:15 |
| 15:30 | 15:35 | 18:15 |
| 17:30 | 17:35 | 20:15 |
| 20:30 | 20:35 | 22:30 |
| — | — | 23:15 |
Tuesday
| Old Town → Airport | Bus Station → Airport | Airport → Zadar |
|---|---|---|
| 04:00 | 04:05 | 07:00 |
| 05:00 | 05:05 | 09:00 |
| 06:30 | 06:35 | 09:45 |
| 07:30 | 07:35 | 10:30 |
| 08:30 | 08:35 | 11:15 |
| 10:00 | 10:05 | 12:30 |
| 12:00 (06.10) | 12:05 (06.10) | 14:15 (06.10) |
| 13:30 | 13:35 | 15:00 |
| 14:15 | 14:20 | 16:00 |
| 15:00 | 15:05 | 16:30 |
| 17:30 | 17:35 | 17:15 |
| 18:30 | 18:35 | 20:00 |
| 21:00 | 21:05 | 21:15 |
| — | — | 22:30 |
| — | — | 23:15 |
Wednesday
| Old Town → Airport | Bus Station → Airport | Airport → Zadar |
|---|---|---|
| 04:00 | 04:05 | 07:00 |
| 05:00 | 05:05 | 09:15 |
| 06:00 | 06:05 | 10:00 |
| 07:00 | 07:05 | 10:45 |
| 08:00 | 08:05 | 11:15 |
| 08:45 | 08:50 | 14:15 |
| 13:30 | 13:35 | 15:30 |
| 16:30 | 16:35 | 19:00 |
| 18:30 | 18:35 | 21:00 |
| 19:30 | 19:35 | 21:45 |
| 20:15 | 20:20 | 22:30 |
| 21:00 | 21:05 | 23:00 |
| — | — | 23:30 |
Thursday
| Old Town → Airport | Bus Station → Airport | Airport → Zadar |
|---|---|---|
| 04:00 | 04:05 | 07:00 |
| 05:00 | 05:05 | 11:15 |
| 08:30 | 08:35 | 12:30 |
| 10:00 | 10:05 | 14:00 |
| 12:00 | 12:05 | 16:00 |
| 14:30 | 14:35 | 16:30 |
| 16:30 | 16:35 | 17:00 |
| 17:15 | 17:12 | 18:00 |
| 17:45 | 17:45 | 18:30 |
| 18:15 | 18:20 | 20:15 |
| — | — | 21:00 |
| — | — | 23:30 |
Friday
| Old Town → Airport | Bus Station → Airport | Airport → Zadar |
|---|---|---|
| 07:30 | 07:35 | 10:30 |
| 08:30 | 08:35 | 11:15 |
| 09:30 | 09:35 | 12:00 |
| 11:00 | 11:05 | 13:30 |
| 12:00 (02.10) | 12:05 (02.10) | 14:15 |
| 13:00 | 13:05 | 14:45 |
| 13:45 | 13:50 | 15:30 |
| 16:30 | 16:35 | 16:15 |
| 17:30 | 17:35 | 19:00 |
| 18:30 | 18:35 | 20:00 |
| 20:00 | 20:05 | 21:00 |
| 20:45 | 20:50 | 22:30 |
| — | — | 23:15 |
| — | — | 00:30 |
Saturday
| Old Town → Airport | Bus Station → Airport | Airport → Zadar |
|---|---|---|
| 04:00 | 04:05 | 07:00 |
| 05:00 | 05:05 | 08:45 |
| 06:00 | 06:05 | 09:30 |
| 07:00 | 07:05 | 10:00 |
| 08:00 | 08:05 | 10:45 |
| 10:00 | 10:05 | 11:30 |
| 11:00 | 11:05 | 12:30 (03.10) |
| 12:00 | 12:05 | 13:00 |
| 13:00 | 13:05 | 14:15 |
| 14:00 | 14:05 | 15:30 |
| 15:00 | 15:05 | 16:30 |
| 16:00 | 16:05 | 17:30 |
| 17:30 | 17:35 | 18:15 |
| 18:15 | 18:20 | 19:00 |
| 20:00 | 20:05 | 19:45 |
| 20:45 | 20:50 | 20:30 |
| — | — | 22:30 |
| — | — | 23:15 |
| — | — | 00:00 |
Sunday
| Old Town → Airport | Bus Station → Airport | Airport → Zadar |
|---|---|---|
| 04:00 | 04:05 | 07:00 |
| 05:00 | 05:05 | 07:45 |
| 06:00 | 06:05 | 08:15 |
| 07:00 | 07:05 | 09:45 |
| 08:00 | 08:05 | 10:30 |
| 09:00 | 09:05 | 11:15 |
| 11:00 | 11:05 | 13:30 |
| 11:45 | 11:50 | 14:30 |
| 13:00 | 13:05 | 15:00 |
| 14:30 | 14:35 | 16:30 |
| 16:15 | 16:20 | 19:00 |
| 17:00 | 17:05 | 19:30 |
| 17:45 | 17:50 | 20:00 |
| — | — | 20:30 |
From the airport: Zadar Airport → Gaženica Ferry Port → Zadar Bus Station → Old Town.
New departures terminal
Zadar Airport opened its new departures terminal on 24 July 2026. The €17 million project doubled the airport's previous terminal capacity and raised potential annual capacity to around three million passengers.
Inside Zadar Airport
Zadar is a compact regional airport. You will find food and drink before and after security, free Wi-Fi, duty-free shopping and passenger-assistance services.
Food and cafés
There is a restaurant and café before security. After security, cafés and snack bars serve drinks, sandwiches and light meals.
Wi-Fi, duty-free and lounge
Free Wi-Fi is available in the terminal, and duty-free shopping is available after security.
The business lounge is in the international departures area. Opening periods are seasonal, so check the airport's current information if lounge access matters to you.
Accessibility and special assistance
Assistance is available for passengers with disabilities or reduced mobility. Zadar Airport joined the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower programme in July 2026, and Sunflower lanyards are available from the information desk.
Baggage storage
Zadar Airport does not currently provide luggage storage. If you need to leave bags for a few hours, arrange storage in Zadar instead.
Parking at Zadar Airport
The airport car park is directly in front of the terminal. The first 10 minutes are free once every 24 hours.
| Parking duration | Rate |
|---|---|
| First 10 minutes | Free once every 24 hours |
| 1st hour | €3.50 |
| 2nd hour | €2.00 |
| 3rd hour | €1.50 |
| Each additional hour | €1.00 |
| Lost parking ticket | €150.00 |
Vehicles higher than 2.75 metres pay €7 for the first hour, followed by the standard stepped rates.
Car rental at Zadar Airport
Several international and Croatian car-rental companies operate at Zadar Airport, including Avis/Budget, Enterprise, Europcar/Goldcar, Hertz and Sixt.
Picking up a car at the airport makes sense if you are heading straight to Nin, Pag, Biograd na Moru, Paklenica or elsewhere in North Dalmatia.
If you are spending the first part of your trip in Zadar Old Town, you probably do not need a car immediately.
Connecting to ferries and buses
The shuttle stops at both Gaženica and Zadar Bus Station.
Gaženica ferry port
The shuttle stops at Gaženica ferry port before continuing between the airport and central Zadar. If you are heading straight to an island ferry, you do not need to travel into the Old Town first.
Zadar Bus Station
Zadar Bus Station is the city's main hub for regional and intercity coaches and is served directly by the airport shuttle.
Driving distances from Zadar Airport
- Nin: 17 km
- Biograd na Moru: 30 km
- Pag: 78 km
- Šibenik: 89 km
- Split: 158 km
Zadar Airport contact information
Passenger Information
060 355-355 from Croatia
+385 23 205 917 from abroad
Lost & Found
+385 23 205 904
Late arrivals and early departures
Zadar Airport operates according to its flight schedule rather than as a 24-hour passenger terminal.
If you land after the last useful shuttle, use the taxi rank outside Arrivals or arrange a transfer in advance.
How early should you arrive?
Zadar Airport recommends arriving at least 1 hour before a domestic flight and 3 hours before an international flight.
For an early flight, compare the first shuttle with your required check-in time. Use a taxi if the connection is too tight.
Flights and airlines
Zadar Airport has its widest choice of direct European flights between late spring and early autumn. The winter network is much smaller.
Check the airport's current flight timetable and confirm the flight with the airline before arranging onward transport.
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Wizz Air
Wizz Air started flying to Zadar in June 2026, adding Budapest and Warsaw to the airport's summer network.
Other airport options
If Zadar does not work for your dates, compare Split Airport and Zagreb Airport. Both are useful alternatives outside Zadar's main summer flight season.
FAQ about Zadar Airport
How far is Zadar Airport from Zadar?
Zadar Airport is about 8 km east of the city. The airport shuttle normally takes around 20 minutes to the Old Town.
How much is the Zadar Airport shuttle?
A one-way ticket costs €5 and includes baggage. The ticket is valid for 90 minutes and can also be used for onward city-bus travel during that period.
Where does the airport shuttle stop?
The shuttle serves Gaženica ferry port, Zadar Bus Station and the Old Town at Liburnska obala.
Where can I check the latest shuttle timetable?
The current October 2026 timetable is shown above. Zadar Airport publishes the next month's schedule a few days before the end of the current month.
Are taxis available at night?
The official taxi stand is directly opposite the arrivals exit.
How early should I arrive at Zadar Airport?
The airport recommends arriving at least 1 hour before a domestic flight and 3 hours before an international flight.
Does Zadar Airport have parking?
Yes. Parking is directly in front of the terminal. The first 10 minutes are free once every 24 hours.
Can I leave luggage at Zadar Airport?
No. The airport does not currently provide a baggage-storage service.
Does Zadar Airport have free Wi-Fi?
Yes. Free Wi-Fi is available for passengers.