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Zadar Airport
to Plitvice Lakes ZAD

The closest major airport to Plitvice. A direct road through the Croatian hinterland to the national park entrance.

120 km
Distance
1h 30m
Drive Time
€120
Sedan
60 min
Free Waiting
Airport Transfer
Zadar Airport ZADPlitvice Lakes
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Airport Details

Zadar Airport (ZAD)

Your arrival at ZAD and the transfer to Plitvice Lakes.

Airport Facts ZAD

LocationZemunik, 12 km east of city centre
TerminalSingle terminal
Baggage10–20 min after landing

Your Transfer

Meeting pointArrivals exit, name sign
Free waiting60 minutes from landing
Flight trackingAutomatic, real-time
Border crossingNone on this route
Optional stopsRastoke
Your Journey

ZAD to Plitvice Lakes, step by step

Small single terminal. After baggage claim, exit through the main doors. Your driver waits directly outside the arrivals area with a name sign.

ZAD is small and quick. Even in peak season, you’ll be through in 15 minutes.

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Zadar Airport (ZAD)

Small terminal · Arrivals exit

Your driver meets you outside the terminal. The route heads inland into the Lika highlands.

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Plitvice Lakes

Entrance 1, 2, or hotel

Dropped at the park entrance or your nearby hotel. About 1 hour 45 minutes from ZAD.

Pricing

ZAD → Plitvice Lakes prices

Per vehicle, not per person. Includes flight tracking, meet & greet, 60 min waiting, tolls, and fuel.

Sedan
€120
1–3 passengers
  • Live flight tracking
  • Name sign at arrivals
  • 60 min free waiting
  • 2 large + 2 small bags
  • No border crossings
  • Free cancellation 24h
Minivan
€145
4–7 passengers
  • Live flight tracking
  • Name sign at arrivals
  • 60 min free waiting
  • 6 large + 4 small bags
  • No border crossings
  • Free cancellation 24h
All Inclusive

What’s included in your airport transfer

Flight tracking

We monitor your flight in real time—delays are no problem

Meet & greet

Driver waits at arrivals with your name sign

60 min free wait

No rush—collect bags, buy a SIM, grab a coffee

Fixed price

No meters, no surge—price agreed at booking

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FAQ

ZAD to Plitvice Lakes questions

How long is the drive?

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About 1 hour 45 minutes. The route goes inland from the coast into the Lika highlands.

Where does the driver drop me?

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At your hotel near the park, or directly at Entrance 1 or 2 if you’re visiting the same day.

Do I need to pre-book park tickets?

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In summer, yes—timed entry sells out. Off-season, tickets are available at the gate.

Can the driver wait while I visit the park?

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We can arrange a drop-off and later pickup. Many guests spend 3–5 hours exploring the trails and boardwalks.

Can I continue to Zagreb or Split after?

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Yes. Plitvice is a natural midpoint. We arrange onward transfers to Zagreb (2h), Split (2.5h), or back to the coast.

Reviews

What travellers say

Google
★★★★★

“Flew into Zadar, transferred to Plitvice in under 2 hours. Spent the afternoon at the lakes, stayed overnight nearby. Driver dropped us right at the entrance. Perfectly timed.”

Eva M.
ZAD → Plitvice
TripAdvisor
★★★★★

“The Lika drive was unexpectedly beautiful—wild and empty after the crowded coast. Plitvice was magical. The driver arranged our pickup for the next day too.”

Brian & Carol H.
ZAD → Plitvice

Flying into Zadar? We’ll get you to Plitvice Lakes.

Book in 60 seconds. Flight tracking, meet & greet, door-to-door. €100 sedan, €140 minivan.

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