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Cheapest round-trip
$725
Typical prices: $738-$1,120
Lufthansa
Fri 4/6Fri 4/20
SFO - ZAG • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$608
Typical prices: $437-$700
Multiple Airlines
Mon 12/24
SFO - ZAG • 2 stops
When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 24 weeks in advance save around 26% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 31% price drop
Most popular
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Cheapest • Avg $767 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 15h 07m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Zagreb (SFO-ZAG)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Francisco to Zagreb

Wed, Mar 31 - Wed, Apr 14
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8:05 pm - 9:35 pmSFO  San Francisco-ZAG Zagreb Franjo Tuđman
16h 30m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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6:00 am - 12:40 pmZAG  Zagreb Franjo Tuđman-SFO San Francisco
15h 40m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$725Lufthansa
Tue, Apr 6 - Tue, Apr 20
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8:05 pm - 9:35 pmSFO  San Francisco-ZAG Zagreb Franjo Tuđman
16h 30m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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6:00 am - 12:40 pmZAG  Zagreb Franjo Tuđman-SFO San Francisco
15h 40m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$725Lufthansa
Tue, Feb 2 - Tue, Feb 16
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11:25 am - 12:35 pmSFO  San Francisco-ZAG Zagreb Franjo Tuđman
16h 10m2 stops Vancouver Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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6:00 am - 12:35 pmZAG  Zagreb Franjo Tuđman-SFO San Francisco
15h 35m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$725Multiple Airlines
Tue, Feb 2 - Tue, Feb 16
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10:14 am - 12:35 pmSFO  San Francisco-ZAG Zagreb Franjo Tuđman
17h 21m2 stops Vancouver Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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6:00 am - 12:35 pmZAG  Zagreb Franjo Tuđman-SFO San Francisco
15h 35m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$725Multiple Airlines
Mon, Mar 15 - Wed, Mar 24
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4:10 pm - 12:00 pmSFO  San Francisco-ZAG Zagreb Franjo Tuđman
35h 50m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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6:40 am - 12:45 pmZAG  Zagreb Franjo Tuđman-SFO San Francisco
14h 05m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
$747Delta
Sun, Mar 14 - Mon, Mar 22
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4:10 pm - 12:00 pmSFO  San Francisco-ZAG Zagreb Franjo Tuđman
35h 50m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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4:35 pm - 12:45 pmZAG  Zagreb Franjo Tuđman-SFO San Francisco
28h 10m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
$747Delta
Tue, Mar 23 - Wed, Apr 28
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2:50 pm - 4:00 pmSFO  San Francisco-ZAG Zagreb Franjo Tuđman
17h 10m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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6:00 am - 11:45 amZAG  Zagreb Franjo Tuđman-SFO San Francisco
14h 45m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
$749KLM
Mon, Mar 22 - Wed, Apr 28
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11:55 am - 4:00 pmSFO  San Francisco-ZAG Zagreb Franjo Tuđman
20h 05m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Amsterdam Schiphol
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6:00 am - 11:45 amZAG  Zagreb Franjo Tuđman-SFO San Francisco
14h 45m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
$754KLM
Tue, Mar 23 - Thu, Apr 29
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3:45 pm - 10:15 pmSFO  San Francisco-ZAG Zagreb Franjo Tuđman
22h 30m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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6:00 am - 3:25 pmZAG  Zagreb Franjo Tuđman-SFO San Francisco
18h 25m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$758United Airlines
Mon, Mar 22 - Thu, Apr 29
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2:50 pm - 10:15 pmSFO  San Francisco-ZAG Zagreb Franjo Tuđman
23h 25m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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6:00 am - 7:55 pmZAG  Zagreb Franjo Tuđman-SFO San Francisco
22h 55m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$758United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for San Francisco to Zagreb flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Zagreb?

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Zagreb typically range from $738 to $1,120. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $725, on Lufthansa.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Zagreb?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Zagreb. It’s 7% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 19% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Zagreb?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Zagreb at $627 round-trip.
•June ($1,338) and October ($1,071) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 113% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from San Francisco to Zagreb the cheapest?

Flights from San Francisco to Zagreb are cheapest 24 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 26% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for San Francisco to Zagreb flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$608
Beat the crowds with an average 66% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 104% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from San Francisco to Zagreb

When to book flights from San Francisco to Zagreb

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to Zagreb based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your San Francisco to Zagreb flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Francisco to Zagreb?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from San Francisco to Zagreb:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from San Francisco to Zagreb?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from San Francisco to Zagreb. Flights with 1 layover take between 15h 07m and 25h 17m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Zagreb flight?

    Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Zagreb range from $738 to $1,120, with an average of $910 over the past 12 months. Anything below $738 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute San Francisco to Zagreb flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 11% above the $910 route average. Book 24 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from San Francisco to Zagreb changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $725 to $5,227. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from San Francisco to Zagreb looking right now?

    One-way fares from San Francisco to Zagreb are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $614, which is 8% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport (ZAG)?

    Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport (ZAG) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $30 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • GREEN MOTION
    • Avis
    • Sixt
    • Alamo
    • Street Rent a Car

  • Which airports can I use when flying from San Francisco to Zagreb?

    Flights from San Francisco to Zagreb usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Zagreb Franjo Tuđman (ZAG).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from San Francisco to Zagreb pass through?

    One-stop flights from San Francisco to Zagreb most commonly connect through:

    • Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) - 45% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) - 25% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) - 5% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Francisco to Zagreb?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 22% on flights from San Francisco to Zagreb. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $850 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,086, a difference of $236.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from San Francisco to Zagreb?

    Flying via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 15h 07m, compared with 15h 10m via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) and 15h 49m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA).

  • What is the time difference between San Francisco and Zagreb?

    Zagreb is 9 hours ahead of San Francisco (Central European Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Zagreb?

    Some of the most popular sights in Zagreb are Ban Jelacic Square, Arena Zagreb and Ethnographic Museum. These are among the most viewed places in Zagreb on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines provide services for families flying with kids from San Francisco to Zagreb?

    If you are going to Zagreb from San Francisco with your kids, consider booking flights with KLM and Austrian Airlines. They are family-friendly and provide in-flight entertainment for kids, including magazines with puzzles, games, and audiobooks. KLM assigns seats to all children under 11 years next to their guardian or parent.

  • What transport options are from Zagreb Franjo Tudjman Airport to the city center?

    Passengers arriving at Zagreb Airport from San Francisco can go to the city center by scheduled coach services or local bus. Buses from the airport are serviced by Zagreb Electric Tram (ZET). You can board bus 290 at the Airport Bus Stop near the terminal exit. Pleso Prijevoz operates coach services, and the journey ends at Zagreb Central Bus Station.

  • Which airlines allow pets onboard from San Francisco to Zagreb?

    You can travel to Zagreb from San Francisco with small cats, dogs, and household birds with Delta Air Lines. The airline allows two pets per carrier, and the carrier should measure at most 18 x 11 x 11 inches so it can fit under the seat in front of you. Pets traveling to the EU should be at least 15 weeks old and accompanied by a certificate or passport authorized by the USDA.

  • Which airlines from San Francisco to Zagreb are sustainable?

    Passengers on flights from San Francisco to Zagreb release roughly 9814 lb of carbon each. Some eco-friendly airlines flying this route include Austrian Airlines, Air Canada, Turkish Airlines, and Lufthansa. Turkish Airlines has initiatives to reduce its environmental footprint, such as adopting sustainable aviation fuels, Lufthansa has an energy-efficient fleet, Air Canada has installed energy-saving equipment in its facilities, and Austrian Airlines has a Green Fare option that allows travelers to offset their carbon emissions.

Your guide to booking San Francisco to Zagreb flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $850, about $236 less than Friday fares (22% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 24 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 26% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Francisco to Zagreb trip for January. Fares historically average $627 round-trip in that month - typically $711 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • Consider booking flights with United Airlines from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Zagreb. SFO is a hub for United Airlines, and flying with the airline gives you more flight options to Zagreb. United Airlines international flights operate from Boarding Gate G of the International Terminal.
  • If you wish to fly business class from San Francisco to Zagreb, consider booking your flight with Swissair. SWISS Business class passengers enjoy spacious seating with lie-flat seats, priority check-in, and clearance, travel kits with a quilt and a pillow, and fine dining.
  • Minors can fly unaccompanied from San Francisco to Zagreb with Iberia. The Unaccompanied Minor service is compulsory for kids aged between five and 11 inclusive. The child is taken care of before, during, and after the flight until they are handed over to the pickup guardian.
  • United Airlines flights from San Francisco to Zagreb have layovers in Frankfurt (FRA), flights in Seattle (SEA) and FRA, Austrian Airlines at Munich (MUC) and Vienna (VIE), and Lufthansa in Chicago (ORD) and MUC.
  • U.S. nationals going to Zagreb Franjo Tudjman Airport (ZAG) from San Francisco will not require a visa for a 90-day stay within six months. Note that time spent in other Schengen nations contributes towards the 90-day limit in Schengen.

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