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$73 Find Cheap Flights from Zagreb to Madrid

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Zagreb to Madrid departing on 1/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Zagreb to Madrid, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$150
Overall average: $804
Ryanair
Sun 11/9Wed 11/12
ZAG - MAD • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$487
Iberia
Sat 11/8Wed 11/12
ZAG - MAD • Non-stop
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American Airlines' Main Cabin Extra includes early boarding.
Iberia provides Wi-Fi with various connectivity options.
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Cheapest • from $150 (round-trip)
Croatia Airlines
Best reviews • 7.3 score
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When to book
8 weeks
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 8 weeks in advance save around 57% compared to booking last minute.
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July
Cheapest • 33% price drop
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2 days a week
There are direct flights from Zagreb to Madrid 2 days a week: Wed, Sat.
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Cheap Flights from Zagreb to Madrid (ZAG-MAD)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Zagreb to Madrid that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Zagreb to Madrid

Sun, Nov 9 - Wed, Nov 12
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6:10 am - 3:25 pmZAG-MAD
9h 15m1 stop
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6:45 pm - 10:00 amMAD-ZAG
15h 15m1 stop
$150Ryanair
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Thu, Nov 20 - Thu, Nov 27
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1:40 pm - 9:20 pmZAG-MAD
7h 40m1 stop
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9:55 pm - 10:05 amMAD-ZAG
12h 10m1 stop
$154Ryanair
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Sat, Nov 8 - Wed, Nov 12
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5:55 pm - 1:05 pmZAG-MAD
19h 10m1 stop
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8:40 am - 11:30 amMAD-ZAG
2h 50mnonstop
$160Multiple Airlines
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Fri, Nov 7 - Fri, Nov 14
Ryanair Logo
5:45 am - 5:50 pmZAG-MAD
12h 05m1 stop
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6:15 am - 2:50 pmMAD-ZAG
8h 35m1 stop
$164Ryanair
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Thu, Nov 13 - Sat, Nov 22
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:55 pm - 1:15 amZAG-MAD
25h 20m1 stop
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8:40 am - 11:30 amMAD-ZAG
2h 50mnonstop
$169Multiple Airlines
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Fri, Nov 28 - Mon, Dec 1
Air Serbia Logo
6:50 pm - 5:30 pmZAG-MAD
22h 40m1 stop
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6:20 pm - 10:50 amMAD-ZAG
16h 30m1 stop
$226Air Serbia
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Sun, Dec 21 - Mon, Jan 5
Air Serbia Logo
6:50 pm - 5:30 pmZAG-MAD
22h 40m1 stop
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6:20 pm - 10:50 amMAD-ZAG
16h 30m1 stop
$245Air Serbia
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Wed, Jan 21 - Wed, Jan 21
KLM Logo
6:30 am - 12:10 pmZAG-MAD
5h 40m1 stop
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4:50 pm - 11:00 pmMAD-ZAG
6h 10m1 stop
$320KLM
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Sun, Nov 9 - Wed, Nov 12
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9:45 am - 5:50 pmZAG-MAD
8h 05m1 stop
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5:55 am - 10:50 amMAD-ZAG
4h 55m1 stop
$323Lufthansa
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Tue, Dec 9 - Fri, Dec 12
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3:05 pm - 11:25 pmZAG-MAD
8h 20m1 stop
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6:00 am - 2:35 pmMAD-ZAG
8h 35m1 stop
$333KLM
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Zagreb to Madrid flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Zagreb to Madrid to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Zagreb to Madrid?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Zagreb to Madrid clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

When flying from Zagreb to Madrid, you should consider leaving on a Wednesday and avoid Tuesdays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Zagreb, you’ll find the best rates on Sundays and the most expensive ones on Tuesdays.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Zagreb to Madrid?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Zagreb to Madrid, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Zagreb to Madrid is July, where tickets cost $220 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are November and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $804 and $364 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Zagreb to Madrid?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $274, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Zagreb to Madrid?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Zagreb to Madrid, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Zagreb to Madrid, you should book around 8 weeks before departure, which saves you about 57% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 23 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Zagreb to Madrid

 
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American Airlines offers Main Cabin Extra seating with early boarding and complimentary drinks.


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Iberia offers priority boarding and baggage delivery for business class on short-haul flights.


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Good to know

Low seasonDecember
Cheapest flight$73
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 11% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 145% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Zagreb to Madrid

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Zagreb to Madrid based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Zagreb to Madrid

  • What is the cheapest flight from Zagreb to Madrid?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Zagreb to Madrid was $73 for a one-way ticket and $150 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Zagreb and Madrid?

    A passport is required to fly from Zagreb to Madrid.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Zagreb to Madrid?

    The Airbus A318/A319/A320/A321 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Zagreb to Madrid flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Zagreb to Madrid?

    Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Zagreb and Madrid, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Zagreb to Madrid?

    You can catch a nonstop flight from Zagreb to Madrid on on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Zagreb to Madrid, Croatia Airlines or Iberia?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Zagreb to Madrid are Croatia Airlines and Iberia. With an average price for the route of $302 and an overall rating of 7.3, Croatia Airlines is the most popular choice. Iberia is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $238 and an overall rating of 7.0.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Zagreb to Madrid?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Zagreb to Madrid.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Zagreb to Madrid?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Madrid from Zagreb is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Zagreb to Madrid?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Madrid with an airline and back to Zagreb with another airline. Booking your flights between Zagreb and MAD can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Zagreb to Madrid?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Madrid from Zagreb up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Zagreb to Madrid

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $175 or less one-way and $139 or less round-trip.

Prefer to fly direct from Zagreb to Madrid?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Zagreb Franjo Tuđman to Madrid Barajas.
Find which airlines fly direct from Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Zagreb Franjo Tuđman to Madrid Barajas

Wednesday

Iberia

Iberia

Saturday

Iberia

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Direct returns

Madrid Barajas to Zagreb Franjo Tuđman

Wednesday

Iberia

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Iberia

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Reviews of the top 4 airlines serving from Zagreb to Madrid

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Zagreb to Madrid. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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7.3
Croatia AirlinesOverall score based on 64 reviews
7.2Boarding
5.7Entertainment
7.2Comfort
7.8Crew
5.8Food
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Flight was delayed an hour and a half, bags took almost 40 minutes to come out. Flight staff is not welcoming. Lounge food selection is comical. For business class my knees were jammed into the seat in front of me. Airline needs a lot of work

2.0 MediocreDaniel, Aug 2025SPU - FCO
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Flight was delayed an hour and a half, bags took almost 40 minutes to come out. Flight staff is not welcoming. Lounge food selection is comical. For business class my knees were jammed into the seat in front of me. Airline needs a lot of work

Boarding on a heavy rain outside new airport with bridges.

Boarding on a heavy rain oitside new airport with bridges.

I thought it was good. There's not much you can do for a short flight for entertainment and the comfort was nice.

Boarding was annoying. Just at boarding they changed my bought and extra payed comfort seat for normal economy seat. And on my seat they placed someone else.

We had delayed flight (as usual for Dublin airport!!) for around an hour but the biggest surprise was the seats!! So tight with so tiny leg space. I could barely fit into it. Huge disappointment comparing with other airlines (even Ryanair). Complimentary water and crackers was nice touch but not be able to buy warm food like everywhere else is a joke. Also, on board prices are extortionate (even Ryanair is cheaper. Small can of coke is 4.5 euro!!)I remember times when it was actually lovely to fly with CA. I guess those times are long gone now.

Somewhere between ordering the ticket and the flight my checked bag was dropped and I had to pay more for a bag at the airport. I am very unhappy with your service.

It was great for a short flight - but due to turbulence no service, and there is no entertainment Appreciated leaving and arriving on time!

We payed for the seats and yet were bumped into others. One airbag under the seat was broken and hanging down, which made sitting down quite uncomfortable. Also tore up my stockings. Flight attendant didn't seem to care at all about that.

My comment before for Sarajevo-Zagreb fligh was actually abou flight from Zagreb to Amsterdam.

Excellent. Thanks to United Star Alliance, since economy was overbooked, I’m grateful to have been upgraded to Business Class.

Good plane, excellent food, crew and entertainment. Seats in business could use an upgrade

Disaster. Downgraded. Zero apology. No effort or coordination between gate and crew. Awful seat blocked by door emergency slide box. Iberia is a mess. App never works. Avoid this airline.

We departed late but made up most of the time in flight. Our ticket was pure economy, so it wasn’t anything fancy; however, I heard that we arrived in Madrid at the exact same time that First Class passengers arrived! Overall, our experience was similar to what we had on other American Airlines transatlantic flights - good value at a reasonable price. We were even able to get our carry-on baggage onto the plane without needing to gate check it.

Flight was OK. Waiting for luggage in Madrid for 55 minutes, unacceptable

Transportation from gate to airplane was poor we stayed in hot bus for 20 minute no vantilation

The crew were friendly and helpful. Iberia lost our luggage on arrival, Friday and we didn't get it until Sunday at 10:00 p.m. local Malaga time. I also paid $382.80 for seat assignments but two out out of the four were not together. Iberia mentioned that it was because the plane was delayed in Madrid before our flight began in LAX. They should compensate us half of my payment.

We liked the flight but while we purchased an aisle seat, our seats had a different configuration on this flight. A fellow passenger suggested that the airplane had been changed. Too bad we were not informed and had no chance to modify our seat preferences. We were stuck in the window and middle seats with no chance to walk around and go to the bathroom without disturbing our sleeping fellow passenger.

Boarding an international flight via several sets of stairs and shuttle busses to the tarmac even when multiple jet-bridges were empty at Madrid airport (the hub for Iberia) was not pleasant. I was fine, but a lot of elderly folks and families with kids were struggling. A bad way to start a flight. Business class seats were nice, although not cleaned well from the prior flight.

The flight was great; I don't see any area of improvement.

everything was perfect! plus so much leg room w all the empty seats near me :)

I paid extra for more comfort, didn't get any better than any other seat, tv didn't work on both seats, it'd

The plane was delayed by two hours in Chicago which led to us missing the next flight. Lufthansa rebooked the flight and booked us a hotel for the night in Frankfurt. The level of customer service and getting us taken care of was superb. The flight crew and the service on the ground was superb.

We flew first class - the screens are outdated and very small. Even on highest brightness level is was hard to recognize anything. Food was on average, nothing special. Champagne served was the same other airlines serving in Business Class.

I ended up in Lufthansa to Zagreb because of our delay

I darted through the Frankfurt airport to make my connecting flight. I asked if it was a possibility to upgrade and the agent did. This was the kindest gesture and it made up for the previous delayed flight and distress/anxiety of anticipating that Zi was going to miss my Frankfurt-Chicago connection. I cannot express my gratitude for the upgrade.. I am 5feet 10 inches do the leg space was amazing.

We were charged for luggage, and our ticket was with Lufthansa and was supposed to include luggage fees. So our experience was a bit bad. Also, the flight was about 45 minutes late arriving.

Boarding arrangements differentiated with groups, easy to follow. Seat size and leg room was very comfortable even I was with Economy class. Food was good and staff was nice. Very good experience even with 12 hrs long-haul.

I was unable to check in online. When I attempted to do so from the app and Luftansa website, I was directed to Niko.hr which I found out was fraught with errors. The kiosk at airport was not working. I had to wait in line to check in which was inefficient

Cheapest airlines I have ever been on. I got downgraded and never got on united. I got rerouted through Vancouver onto jetwesf

Flight was delayed by 1 hour 45 minutes. Aircraft was cramped, dirty and uncomfortable. Boarding staff more interested in charging you for oversize baggage than getting you on board. Overall not a pleasant experience.

From boarding to disembarking, the whole operation was very efficient.

A delay of almost 3 hours. It was evident that the staff wanted us to board urgently, to the point of rudeness, to avoid paying compensation

On time arrival but the aircraft had seen better days and needed a deep clean.

It was appalling, full of young people who were drunk and disobeying instructions to sit down. Crew did nothing to enforce. There was a Ryanair pilot sitting in the aisle opposite me who talked through out the safety briefing so loudly I couldn’t hear. Whole thing felt unsafe

Cabin crew couldn’t be less interested. Cabin manager was the most arrogant and the rudest I’ve encountered in many years.

Flight got delayed and they didn’t keep us informed all the time.

I couldn’t understand the aircraft tannoy announcements I was in seat 20C - nobody in our row could either. Speakers a bit too quiet plus messages read out too fast. Otherwise excellent flight. (Flight delayed by 50 mins)

This was the worst boarding ever. We were kept in the boarding bus for almost 40 minutes without any information or update. Very uncomfortable beings squished with another 50 people and not knowing what was happening.

I bought my flight, insurance etc early and paid over £200. But had i waited until closer the time the price was much cheaper, i appreciate that it could've been more expensive but it wasn't. A better discount for booking early would be better than your current one

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