Zadar car rentals from $6/day

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Citroen C3 car
Citroen C3
or similar SMALL
2
2
4-5
$9/day
Skoda Fabia car
Skoda Fabia
or similar SMALL
4
2
4-5
$6/day
Skoda Rapid car
Skoda Rapid
or similar MEDIUM
5
3
4-5
$14/day
Class Standard Car car
Class Standard Car
or similar MEDIUM
5
3
4-5
$31/day
Volkswagen up! car
Volkswagen up!
or similar SMALL
2
2
2/4
$6/day
Opel Combo car
Opel Combo
or similar VAN
5
2
4-5
$46/day
Volkswagen T-Cross car
Volkswagen T-Cross
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
$9/day
Volkswagen Taigo car
Volkswagen Taigo
or similar SUV
4
2
4-5
$9/day
Fiat Tipo Wagon car
Fiat Tipo Wagon
or similar SMALL
4
2
4-5
$11/day
Best rates found by KAYAK users in the past 48 hours.

Zadar car rental experiences: the best tips from KAYAK users

Insights shared by verified travelers who rented a car in Zadar 
THARUNAug 2023
Driving in Zadar is good, but be careful with the local drivers as they are little of the track and harsh.
Verified travelerJun 2023
Good roads , be aware pf zebra crossings everywhere
ClaireJun 2023
There’s parking everywhere, roads are very narrows tho
Verified travelerJun 2023
It's difficult to find parking spots and the streets in smaller villages are very narrow. Pick a small car.

KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Zadar

  • Croatia’s small size and generally well-maintained roads make the country a dream for road tripping tourists, and Zadar is no exception. Travelers visiting Zadar should consider renting a vehicle simply because a car offers the best way to explore the neighboring coastline. For instance, just 16 km (10 miles) from Zadar is Ninska Laguna Beach.
  • The most convenient place to pick up your rental car will be at the airport. For travelers with flights landing at Zadar Airport, you can find the rental car counters located in the Arrivals Hall of the airport and just outside in an adjacent parking lot.
  • Zadar’s streets can be somewhat confusing for drivers new to the city as there are many one-way roads, particularly in the Old Town. This can make navigating the city difficult at times, as many drivers are used to two-way roads. It is highly recommended that visitors have access to a GPS device or use their phones as one during their time in Zadar.
  • Zadar, while not featuring the heaviest rush hour traffic, does have a minor amount of congestion during the work week. In general, drivers can expect rush hour to start up around 7:00 a.m. and to cool down around 9:00 a.m., while in the afternoon it picks up around 4:30 p.m. and finishes just around 7:00 p.m. Though most of the roads don’t have too severe of congestion during rush hour in Zadar, Jadranska Magistrala often does. So, if possible, make a point of avoiding it during the busiest times.
  • Croatia has many toll roads, particularly the A1 running roughly north/south through Zadar. If you are considering Zadar car rentals, you might be concerned about how you will deal with paying tolls, but you needn’t worry, because you can avoid toll roads in Croatia. Throughout the country, Croatia has both toll and toll-free roads that are well-constructed and maintained, wide, and asphalted. Networks of toll-free roads tend to run parallel to the toll roads. So, when you are looking into cheap car rentals in Zadar and planning your itinerary, you can map out a route that circumvents the toll roads.
  • Cheap car rentals in Zadar are not only a convenient way to explore Croatia, but also provide an excellent opportunity to cross the border into Bosnia, just 2 hours from Zadar. Zadar car rentals should come with a green card which is accepted in both Croatia and Bosnia, eliminating the need for extra paperwork or insurance. However, most cheap car rentals in Zadar will charge you a cross-border fee.
  • Zadar car rentals will allow you to explore the beautiful Croatian Islands off the coast of Zadar in the Adriatic Sea. Most cheap car rentals in Zadar will allow you to take their vehicles on to ferries, but will most likely charge you an extra fee for ferry crossings. This is to cover possible damage that may occur while the car is driving onto, parked on, or disembarking from the ferry.
  • 25% of our users found rental cars in Zadar for $26 or less
  • Book your rental car in Zadar at least 4 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Economy rental cars in Zadar are around 74% cheaper than other car types, on average
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FAQs about renting a car in Zadar

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Zadar?

    Zadar, like many of the cities in Croatia, has well-maintained roads that are suitable for a wide range of vehicles. The most popular cars on the road are SUVs, hatchbacks, and sedans. Occasionally larger vehicles may be difficult to drive on some of Zadar’s narrower roads and smaller parking spaces, but otherwise they shouldn’t cause too many issues in Zadar. Gas prices are on the higher side, however, so it may be worth considering renting a more fuel-efficient vehicle.

  • What’s the speed limit in Zadar?

    Drivers in Zadar can expect to see speed limits of 50 km/h (31 mph) in residential areas, 90 km/h (56 mph) on rural roads and motorways in the countryside, 110 km/h (68 mph) on highways and all the way up to 130 km/h (81 mph) on freeways.

  • Where are the best places to park in Zadar?

    For the most part, private parking at businesses and restaurants should suffice in most situations, so drivers shouldn’t have much of an issue with parking. If you plan to park and walk in the downtown area, then you will find that parking garages and streetside parallel parking are widely available and easy to find. On average, parking garages cost around 5 HRK ($0.77) an hour.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Zadar?

    On average a rental car in Zadar costs $32 per day. But prices differ between operators and you can save money through a price comparison of car rental deals from different agencies. The cheapest price for a car rental in Zadar found in the last 2 weeks is $17.

  • What is the cheapest car rental company in Zadar?

    In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Payless ($6/day), Autounion Car Rental ($6/day) and Alamo ($9/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest rental car price was found at Payless Ulica I/2a 23222 (6 miles from city center).

  • Can I rent an automatic car in Zadar?

    Yes, automatic cars are available in most car renting companies in Zadar. As cars with manual transmission are more common in many countries, you might have to pay an additional charge for renting an automatic car.

  • How much is gas price in Zadar?

    The average gas price in Zadar is $5.52 per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between $66 and $88, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular rental car in Zadar?

    Economy (Seat Ibiza or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Zadar.

  • Which car rental companies are at Zadar airport (ZAD)?

    Car rental companies onsite at Zadar airport include Right Cars, SURPRICE CAR RENTAL, Avia Rent A Car, Autowill Rent, Budget, keddy by Europcar, Last Minute, PRESTIGIO Rent a Car, Alamo and Enterprise Rent-A-Car.

  • Which car rental companies will pick you up at Zadar airport (ZAD)?

    Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Zadar airport to off-airport locations include Avia Rent A Car, Budget, Last Minute, Thrifty, Alamo, and Enterprise Rent-A-Car.

  • How can I find car rentals near me in Zadar?

    Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.

  • How much does an Economy car rental cost in Zadar?

    An Economy car rental in Zadar costs $20 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Mini car rental cost in Zadar?

    A Mini car rental in Zadar costs $20 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Compact car rental cost in Zadar?

    A Compact car rental in Zadar costs $26 per day, on average.

  • What is the most popular rental car location in Zadar?

    In Zadar, cars are most frequently rented at Alamo Airport Terminal Zemunik Donji (6 miles from city center).

  • How much does it cost to rent a car for a week in Zadar?

    On average a rental car in Zadar costs $226 per week ($32 per day).

  • How much does it cost to rent a car long term for a month in Zadar?

    On average a rental car in Zadar costs $968 per month ($32 per day).

  • Should I get insurance when renting a car in Zadar?

    Most car rental providers in Zadar offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car rental in Zadar, check out KAYAK's car rental insurance guide.

  • How many car agencies are operating in Zadar?

    KAYAK has deals for you to compare from 57 car rental agencies in Zadar.

  • What do I need to know before booking a car rental in Zadar?

    Finding the right price, understanding the add-ons and staying up to date with policy changes can be a challenge. That’s why KAYAK has produced the ultimate guide to renting a car to help you cut though the jargon and make the right choice for your rental car. Find tips and insights for how to book your rental, what car rental insurance you’ll need, how to deal with a car rental agency and what extra fees to expect (and avoid!).

  • Why should I use KAYAK to rent a car in Zadar?

    KAYAK searches thousands of car rental agencies to provide you with offers from all car rental agencies operating in Zadar so that you can compare car rental rates, reviews and pick-up and drop-off locations to find the best deal for you.

  • How old do I have to be in order to rent a car in Zadar?

    The Croatian age requirements and rules for a Young Renter fee are slightly different from what you tend to see in the United States. The youngest age for securing cheap car rentals in Croatia is 18, but you will most likely have to pay a daily Young Renter fee if you are under 21. At most cheap car rentals in Zadar, you will not be subject to this daily fee if you are 21 or older. Some Zadar car rentals also charge a daily fee or require extra insurance for drivers who are 70 or older.

  • What documentation do I need in order to rent a car in Zadar?

    Cheap car rentals in Zadar require that you have a current and valid driver's license from your home country. You do not need an IDP or International Driver's Permit if your license is written in Latin letters, such as the English language. You must also have a credit card issued in your own name.  

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Zadar car rental reviews and directory 
All ratings and reviews are collected from KAYAK users with a verified car rental booking. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

10.0

Wonderful

Best rated

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

2 locations in Zadar

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Locations in Zadar

Airport Terminal

+385 99 314 9635

Monday07:00 - 23:00
Tuesday07:00 - 23:00
Wednesday07:00 - 23:00
Thursday07:00 - 23:00
Friday07:00 - 23:00
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Sunday07:00 - 23:00

Ulica Ivana Mazuranica 18

Monday00:00 - 00:00
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ACTIVE RENT A CAR

10.0

Wonderful

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

One location in Zadar

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Locations in Zadar

Zadar Airport

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Dollar

10.0

Wonderful

Read 1 review

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

One location in Zadar

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Ante Starcevica 68

+385 98 424 891

Monday09:00 - 13:00
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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jan 2024

Compact

KAYAK
The drop off service was very flexible.

1 out of 1

Payless

8.0

Very good

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.0

Value for money

6.0

One location in Zadar

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Ulica I/2a

+385 95 237 7190

Monday07:00 - 23:00
Tuesday07:00 - 23:00
Wednesday07:00 - 23:00
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Saturday07:00 - 23:00
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Alamo

Cleanliness

5.0

Comfort

5.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.0

Value for money

4.0

One location in Zadar

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Airport Terminal Zemunik Donji

+385 993 149 635

Monday07:00 - 23:00
Tuesday07:00 - 23:00
Wednesday07:00 - 23:00
Thursday07:00 - 23:00
Friday07:00 - 23:00
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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jul 2024

Economy

KAYAK
The staff were friendly and professional. The car was ok but was only a third full of petrol. The policy is full to full for petrol which makes it difficult when leaving it back to have it accurate. I presume this is so people over fill just to be on the safe side.

1 out of 1

Avis

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

6.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

5.0

Value for money

6.0

One location in Zadar

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Zadar Airport

Monday07:00 - 23:00
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Sixt

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

6.8

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.0

Value for money

5.0

2 locations in Zadar

Locations in Zadar

Ul. kralja Tvrtka 2

+385 23 629 780

Monday08:00 - 20:00
Tuesday08:00 - 20:00
Wednesday08:00 - 20:00
Thursday08:00 - 20:00
Friday08:00 - 20:00
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Zadar Airport PP 367

+385 23 348 408

Monday07:00 - 23:00
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10.0 Wonderful

Novica, Jun 2024

Economy

KAYAK
All good.

2.0 Poor

Claire, Jun 2023

Compact

KAYAK
Very disappointed. When we picked up the car, they told us that the only way to pay was to either make a 3000€ deposit with a credit card, or to pay 40€ extra per day, so 300€ more in total. Having no credit card, we ended up having to pay 300€ more. People were clearly trying to get as much money as they could, selling extra stuff

8.0 Very good

Anonymous, Oct 2022

KAYAK
All was fine, maybe you could explain the full tank better but it was okay

8.0 Very good

Gurbakshsingh, Jul 2022

KAYAK
Rental Insurances seem to get increasingly complex. We spent as much on insurance as on the car price. We KNOW the company already has insurance, so all these tactics make it a bad transaction. Other than that good.

4.0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Jun 2022

KAYAK
Unexpected Additional cost due to insurance of car. Rental 420€ Additional cost 270€

ADDCAR RENTAL

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

4.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

2.0

Value for money

4.0

3 locations in Zadar

Locations in Zadar

Ul. Slavka Batušića 6

+385 99 293 7966

Monday08:00 - 20:00
Tuesday08:00 - 20:00
Wednesday08:00 - 20:00
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Ulica I 2A, Zemunik Donji

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Ulica

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2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Sep 2024

Compact SUV

KAYAK
The pick up and drop off was not at the airport

SURPRICE CAR RENTAL

Cheapest deal

Cleanliness

2.0

Comfort

2.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

2.0

Value for money

2.0

3 locations in Zadar

from$11/day

Locations in Zadar

Ul. Ante Starcevica

+385 95 374 7375

Opening times not available

Zadar Airport

Opening times not available

Zrinsko Frankopanska 5

+385 956 622 666

Monday08:00 - 20:00
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2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Sep 2024

Mini

KAYAK
An email arrived with confirmation of car rental - on site we sat waiting for a car for 2 hours - the rental company said that the reservation was unconfirmed and they had no cars - the funds were taken and not refunded

Autounion Car Rental

2.0

Poor

Cleanliness

2.0

Comfort

2.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

2.0

Value for money

2.0

2 locations in Zadar

Locations in Zadar

Zadar Airport

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Zadar Hotel Delivery

Opening times not available

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Last Minute

10.0

Wonderful

One location in Zadar

from$75/day

Locations in Zadar

Zadar Airport

00385 21 599 407

Opening times not available

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National

10.0

Wonderful

One location in Zadar

Locations in Zadar

Airport Terminal Zemunik Donji

+385 99 314 9635

Monday07:00 - 23:00
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Autowill Rent

9.0

Wonderful

One location in Zadar

from$38/day

Locations in Zadar

Zadar Airport - Ulica I 2/a, Zadar

+385 99 484 0010

Monday08:00 - 20:00
Tuesday08:00 - 20:00
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Thursday08:00 - 20:00
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Europcar

8.0

Very good

One location in Zadar

Locations in Zadar

Zadar Airport

+385 98 475 337

Opening times not available

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ORYX

8.0

Very good

One location in Zadar

Locations in Zadar

ZADAR AIRPORT Zracna luka Zemunik

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Thrifty

8.0

Very good

One location in Zadar

from$46/day

Locations in Zadar

Ante Starcevica 68

+385 98 424 891

Monday09:00 - 13:00
Tuesday09:00 - 13:00
Wednesday09:00 - 13:00
Thursday09:00 - 13:00
Friday09:00 - 13:00
Saturday09:00 - 13:00
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GREEN MOTION

5.9

Fair

One location in Zadar

Locations in Zadar

Zadar Airport

+385 95 117 7111

Opening times not available

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CarWiz

2.0

Poor

One location in Zadar

Locations in Zadar

Zadar Airport

+385 2364 8631

Opening times not available

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DISCOUNT.QUEBEC

2.0

Poor

One location in Zadar

Locations in Zadar

Zadar Hotel Delivery

Opening times not available

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NU Car

2.0

Poor

One location in Zadar

Locations in Zadar

Zadar Airport

+385 99 473 6188

Monday08:00 - 20:00
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FLIZZR

7.4

Good

2 locations in Zadar

Locations in Zadar

Ul. kralja Tvrtka 2

+385 2362 9780

Opening times not available

Zadar Airport Pp 367

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SICILY BY CAR

6.6

Okay

One location in Zadar

Locations in Zadar

Zadar Airport , Croatia

+385 23 646 547

Opening times not available

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keddy by Europcar

6.3

Okay

One location in Zadar

from$28/day

Locations in Zadar

Zadar Airport

+385 9847 5337

Monday08:00 - 20:00
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Global Rent A Car

5.2

Fair

One location in Zadar

Locations in Zadar

Zadar Airport

+385 2144 4222

Opening times not available

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CARHIRE.ie

5.1

Fair

One location in Zadar

Locations in Zadar

Zadar Airport

+385 913 333 681

Opening times not available

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AbbyCar Car Rentals

5.0

Fair

3 locations in Zadar

Locations in Zadar

Ul. Zrinsko Frankopanska 2

+385 99 283 8877

Monday08:00 - 20:00
Tuesday08:00 - 20:00
Wednesday08:00 - 20:00
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Friday08:00 - 20:00
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Zadar Airport

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Zadar Downtown

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Firefly

4.3

Mediocre

One location in Zadar

Locations in Zadar

Zadar Airport

+385 2334 8400

Monday08:00 - 20:00
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AIR-RENTACAR

No score available yet

5 locations in Zadar

Locations in Zadar

Gazenicka Cesta 28

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Trg Kneza Viseslava 8

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Zadar Airport

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Zadar Bus Station

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Zadar Hotel President

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Avia Rent A Car

No score available yet

4 locations in Zadar

from$17/day

Locations in Zadar

Gaženička Cesta 28

+385 95 348 4020

Opening times not available

Ul. Narodnog lista 2, , Zadar

+385 23 212 579

Opening times not available

Zadar Airport

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Zadar Downtown

Opening times not available

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Mack

No score available yet

4 locations in Zadar

Locations in Zadar

Antuna Gustava Matosa 8, Borik, Zadar

+385 98 485 900

Monday08:00 - 20:00
Tuesday08:00 - 20:00
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Vladana Desnice 18

+385 914 949 625

Opening times not available

Zadar Airport

+385 914 949 625

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Zadar Hotel Delivery

+385 98 601 727

Monday08:00 - 20:00
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AVAX

No score available yet

3 locations in Zadar

Locations in Zadar

Vrata sv Krsevana b b

+385 996 163 762

Opening times not available

Zadar Airport

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Zadar Downtown

Opening times not available

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ABC Rent A Car

No score available yet

2 locations in Zadar

Locations in Zadar

Novigradska 1

Opening times not available

Ulica I/2a, Zemunik Donji

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DriveCyprus

No score available yet

2 locations in Zadar

Locations in Zadar

Zadar Airport

Opening times not available

Zrinsko Frankopanska 5

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FLEET

No score available yet

2 locations in Zadar

Locations in Zadar

Poljana Natka Nodila 6

Opening times not available

Zadar Airport

Opening times not available

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PRESTIGIO Rent a Car

No score available yet

2 locations in Zadar

from$46/day

Locations in Zadar

Zadar Airport

Opening times not available

Zadar Downtown

Opening times not available

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