Which airports can I use when flying from Cape Town to Zagreb?

Flights from Cape Town to Zagreb usually depart from Cape Town Intl (CPT) and arrive at Zagreb Franjo Tuđman (ZAG).

Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Cape Town to Zagreb?

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Cape Town to Zagreb: • Economy class • Business Class

Which airports do connecting flights from Cape Town to Zagreb pass through?

One-stop flights from Cape Town to Zagreb most commonly connect through: • Istanbul (IST) – 52% of one-stop connections • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 33% of one-stop connections • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 8% of one-stop connections • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 6% of one-stop connections

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cape Town to Zagreb?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 30% on flights from Cape Town to Zagreb. Monday is the cheapest departure day at R11 228 return on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at R15 946, a difference of R4 718. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

How long is a flight from Cape Town to Zagreb?

A direct flight from Cape Town to Zagreb takes 00m, covering 14 261 km.

Do I need a passport to fly from Cape Town to Zagreb?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from Cape Town to Zagreb changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about R14 039 to R35 706. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Cape Town to Zagreb?

Flying via Istanbul (IST) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 16h 44m, compared to 16h 50m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) and 16h 57m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA).

What is the time difference between Cape Town and Zagreb?

Zagreb is 1 hour behind Cape Town (Central European Time vs South Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Which car hire options are available at Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport (ZAG)?

Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport (ZAG) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates averaging R487 for economy cars. Top options include: • GREEN MOTION • Avis • Sixt • Alamo • Street Rent a Car

How much should I expect to pay for a Cape Town to Zagreb flight?

Return flights from Cape Town to Zagreb range from R12 286 to R15 482, with an average of R13 350 over the past 12 months. Anything below R12 286 counts as a good deal.

How much is a return flight from Cape Town to Zagreb?

Return flights from Cape Town to Zagreb typically range from R12 286 to R15 482. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R14 039 on Turkish Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Zagreb?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Zagreb. It's 16% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 19% higher.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Cape Town to Zagreb?

Turkish Airlines (R14 039) and Emirates (R28 670) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Cape Town to Zagreb according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the most popular stopover airport when flying from Cape Town to Zagreb?

Istanbul (IST) is the most popular stopover for the Cape Town to Zagreb route. 52% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop return journeys over the past 3 months connected via IST.

What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from Cape Town to Zagreb?

Flights via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of R13 435. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Cape Town to Zagreb, which airport offers the shortest stopover?

Frankfurt am Main (FRA) had the shortest average connection time for Cape Town to Zagreb stopovers at 10h 02m over the past 3 months.

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R14 039

Typical prices: R12 286-R15 482

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April

Cheapest • 13% price drop

July

Most popular

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Doha Hamad Intl (DOH)

Cheapest • Avg R13 435 (return)

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Shortest trip • 16h 44m (one-way)

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Recent return flight deals from Cape Town to Zagreb

Mon, Feb 15 - Fri, Feb 19

0:55 - 19:10CPT Cape Town Intl-ZAG Zagreb Franjo Tuđman

19h 15m1 stop Istanbul

9:25 - 23:00ZAG Zagreb Franjo Tuđman-CPT Cape Town Intl

36h 35m1 stop Istanbul

R14 039Turkish Airlines

3+ days ago

Mon, Feb 15 - Fri, Feb 19

0:55 - 19:10CPT Cape Town Intl-ZAG Zagreb Franjo Tuđman

19h 15m1 stop Istanbul

9:25 - 23:00ZAG Zagreb Franjo Tuđman-CPT Cape Town Intl

36h 35m1 stop Istanbul

R14 072Turkish Airlines

3+ days ago

Tue, Feb 16 - Fri, Feb 19

14:00 - 19:10CPT Cape Town Intl-ZAG Zagreb Franjo Tuđman

30h 10m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Istanbul

9:25 - 23:00ZAG Zagreb Franjo Tuđman-CPT Cape Town Intl

36h 35m1 stop Istanbul

R15 124Turkish Airlines

3+ days ago

Mon, Feb 15 - Fri, Feb 19

0:55 - 7:35CPT Cape Town Intl-ZAG Zagreb Franjo Tuđman

31h 40m2 stops Istanbul Split

9:25 - 23:00ZAG Zagreb Franjo Tuđman-CPT Cape Town Intl

36h 35m1 stop Istanbul

R20 220Turkish Airlines

3+ days ago

Mon, Dec 21 - Mon, Dec 28

13:25 - 18:15CPT Cape Town Intl-ZAG Zagreb Franjo Tuđman

29h 50m2 stops London Gatwick Malaga

20:05 - 23:00ZAG Zagreb Franjo Tuđman-CPT Cape Town Intl

25h 55m1 stop Istanbul

R20 911Multiple Airlines

3+ days ago

Mon, Dec 21 - Mon, Dec 28

13:40 - 22:20CPT Cape Town Intl-ZAG Zagreb Franjo Tuđman

33h 40m2 stops Dubai Intl Frankfurt am Main

9:00 - 16:45ZAG Zagreb Franjo Tuđman-CPT Cape Town Intl

30h 45m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Dubai Intl

R22 686Multiple Airlines

3+ days ago

Mon, Dec 21 - Mon, Dec 28

17:15 - 8:30CPT Cape Town Intl-ZAG Zagreb Franjo Tuđman

16h 15m1 stop Istanbul

20:05 - 23:00ZAG Zagreb Franjo Tuđman-CPT Cape Town Intl

25h 55m1 stop Istanbul

R23 130Turkish Airlines

3+ days ago

Mon, Dec 21 - Mon, Dec 28

18:30 - 22:20CPT Cape Town Intl-ZAG Zagreb Franjo Tuđman

28h 50m2 stops Dubai Intl Frankfurt am Main

8:15 - 18:00ZAG Zagreb Franjo Tuđman-CPT Cape Town Intl

32h 45m3 stops Belgrade Nikola Tesla Frankfurt am Main Dubai Intl

R23 212Multiple Airlines

3+ days ago

Tue, Feb 16 - Fri, Feb 19

9:00 - 12:55CPT Cape Town Intl-ZAG Zagreb Franjo Tuđman

52h 55m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Dubai Intl

13:55 - 14:35ZAG Zagreb Franjo Tuđman-CPT Cape Town Intl

47h 40m2 stops Dubai Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo

R28 670Emirates

3+ days ago

Tue, Feb 16 - Fri, Feb 19

9:00 - 12:55CPT Cape Town Intl-ZAG Zagreb Franjo Tuđman

52h 55m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Dubai Intl

13:55 - 14:35ZAG Zagreb Franjo Tuđman-CPT Cape Town Intl

47h 40m2 stops Dubai Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo

R28 736Emirates

3+ days ago

Recent last minute flight deals from Cape Town to Zagreb

Sun, Nov 15 - Tue, Nov 24

19:25 - 13:10CPT Cape Town Intl-ZAG Zagreb Franjo Tuđman

18h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

9:05 - 10:30ZAG Zagreb Franjo Tuđman-CPT Cape Town Intl

24h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

R11 803Qatar Airways

3+ days ago

Sun, Nov 15 - Tue, Nov 24

12:35 - 13:10CPT Cape Town Intl-ZAG Zagreb Franjo Tuđman

25h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

9:05 - 17:25ZAG Zagreb Franjo Tuđman-CPT Cape Town Intl

31h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

R12 099Qatar Airways

3+ days ago

Sun, Nov 15 - Tue, Nov 24

19:25 - 6:30CPT Cape Town Intl-ZAG Zagreb Franjo Tuđman

36h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

8:40 - 10:30ZAG Zagreb Franjo Tuđman-CPT Cape Town Intl

24h 50m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Doha Hamad Intl

R13 628Multiple Airlines

3+ days ago

Sun, Nov 15 - Tue, Nov 24

12:35 - 13:10CPT Cape Town Intl-ZAG Zagreb Franjo Tuđman

25h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

8:40 - 10:30ZAG Zagreb Franjo Tuđman-CPT Cape Town Intl

24h 50m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Doha Hamad Intl

R13 875Multiple Airlines

3+ days ago

Sun, Nov 15 - Tue, Nov 24

19:25 - 6:30CPT Cape Town Intl-ZAG Zagreb Franjo Tuđman

36h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

6:40 - 10:30ZAG Zagreb Franjo Tuđman-CPT Cape Town Intl

26h 50m3 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Stockholm Arlanda Doha Hamad Intl

R14 845Multiple Airlines

3+ days ago

Sun, Nov 15 - Tue, Nov 24

19:25 - 6:30CPT Cape Town Intl-ZAG Zagreb Franjo Tuđman

36h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

6:40 - 10:30ZAG Zagreb Franjo Tuđman-CPT Cape Town Intl

26h 50m3 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Stockholm Arlanda Doha Hamad Intl

R15 469Multiple Airlines

3+ days ago

Sun, Nov 15 - Tue, Nov 24

12:35 - 18:20CPT Cape Town Intl-ZAG Zagreb Franjo Tuđman

30h 45m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Belgrade Nikola Tesla

6:40 - 10:30ZAG Zagreb Franjo Tuđman-CPT Cape Town Intl

26h 50m3 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Stockholm Arlanda Doha Hamad Intl

R16 636Multiple Airlines

3+ days ago

Sun, Nov 15 - Tue, Nov 24

19:25 - 22:20CPT Cape Town Intl-ZAG Zagreb Franjo Tuđman

27h 55m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss

6:40 - 10:30ZAG Zagreb Franjo Tuđman-CPT Cape Town Intl

26h 50m3 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Stockholm Arlanda Doha Hamad Intl

R16 817Multiple Airlines

3+ days ago

Sun, Nov 15 - Tue, Nov 24

13:10 - 13:10CPT Cape Town Intl-ZAG Zagreb Franjo Tuđman

25h 00m3 stops Durban King Shaka Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo Doha Hamad Intl

6:40 - 10:30ZAG Zagreb Franjo Tuđman-CPT Cape Town Intl

26h 50m3 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Stockholm Arlanda Doha Hamad Intl

R20 434Multiple Airlines

3+ days ago

Sun, Nov 15 - Tue, Nov 24

20:00 - 20:35CPT Cape Town Intl-ZAG Zagreb Franjo Tuđman

25h 35m3 stops Dubai Intl Rome Fiumicino Split

14:35 - 14:10ZAG Zagreb Franjo Tuđman-CPT Cape Town Intl

22h 35m3 stops Split Rome Fiumicino Addis Ababa Bole

R22 702Multiple Airlines

3+ days ago

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How much is a return flight from Cape Town to Zagreb? This analysis is based on the cheapest return price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Cape Town to Zagreb departing in February.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Zagreb?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Zagreb. It's 16% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 19% higher.

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High season	July
Cheapest flight	R14 039

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Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Cape Town to Zagreb?
Two cabin classes are available on flights from Cape Town to Zagreb:

• Economy class
• Business Class
How long is a flight from Cape Town to Zagreb?
A direct flight from Cape Town to Zagreb takes 00m, covering 14 261 km.
Do I need a passport to fly from Cape Town to Zagreb?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
How much should I expect to pay for a Cape Town to Zagreb flight?
Return flights from Cape Town to Zagreb range from R12 286 to R15 482, with an average of R13 350 over the past 12 months. Anything below R12 286 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Cape Town to Zagreb changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about R14 039 to R35 706. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.
Which car hire options are available at Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport (ZAG)?
Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport (ZAG) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates averaging R487 for economy cars. Top options include:

• GREEN MOTION
• Avis
• Sixt
• Alamo
• Street Rent a Car
Which airports can I use when flying from Cape Town to Zagreb?
Flights from Cape Town to Zagreb usually depart from Cape Town Intl (CPT) and arrive at Zagreb Franjo Tuđman (ZAG).
Which airports do connecting flights from Cape Town to Zagreb pass through?
One-stop flights from Cape Town to Zagreb most commonly connect through:

• Istanbul (IST) – 52% of one-stop connections
• Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 33% of one-stop connections
• Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 8% of one-stop connections
• Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 6% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cape Town to Zagreb?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 30% on flights from Cape Town to Zagreb. Monday is the cheapest departure day at R11 228 return on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at R15 946, a difference of R4 718.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Cape Town to Zagreb?
Flying via Istanbul (IST) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 16h 44m, compared to 16h 50m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) and 16h 57m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA).
What is the time difference between Cape Town and Zagreb?
Zagreb is 1 hour behind Cape Town (Central European Time vs South Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Monday flights average R11 228, which is about R4 718 less than Tuesday fares (30% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cape Town to Zagreb trip for April. Fares historically average R11 655 return in that month – typically R5 359 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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