Manchester, Greater Manchester to Velika Gorica (MAN–ZAG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
MAN–ZAG is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Ryanair leads the route. The flight covers 972 miles in approximately 2h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 43 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FR Ryanair | 2 | 320 | 2h30 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
MAN: BST · ZAG: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Manchester, Greater Manchester, it's 7:00 PM in Velika Gorica.
British passport holders enter Croatia visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180-day rolling period under Schengen rules. Croatia joined the Schengen Area on 1 January 2023. No fee, no advance application. Passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the planned departure date with at least two blank pages. UK passports are stamped on entry and exit.
No supporting documents are mandatory, but border officers can ask for proof of accommodation, onward travel, and sufficient funds. The 90-day limit is shared across all 29 Schengen countries, so time in other Schengen states counts against it. ETIAS pre-travel authorization (EUR 7, valid 3 years) is expected to become mandatory in late 2026. Croatia adopted the euro on 1 January 2023, replacing the kuna.
Direct flights from London to Dubrovnik run about 2 hours 30 minutes, to Split about 2 hours 25 minutes, to Zagreb about 2 hours 15 minutes. British Airways, easyJet, Ryanair, and Jet2 serve multiple Croatian airports seasonally. No vaccination requirements. UK driving licenses are valid for short visits. Inter-city buses (FlixBus, local carriers) are the standard ground transport. Ferries along the Dalmatian coast connect the islands and run frequently from Split and Dubrovnik ports.
The Metrolink tram (Airport line) connects Manchester city centre (Piccadilly) to the airport in about 55 minutes for £4.50–£5.50, running until midnight. The dedicated rail service from Manchester Piccadilly takes only 20 minutes (£4.80 off-peak) and runs frequently from 06:00 to 23:00. Direct trains also serve Liverpool, Leeds, Sheffield, and other northern cities.National Express coaches connect the airport to London Victoria (3h15, from £10) and many regional cities. Taxis from the city centre cost £25–40 depending on traffic. The airport is well-signed from the M56 motorway with on-site multi-storey parking (Terminal 1/2/3 all have adjacent structures).
MAN–ZAG Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MAN to ZAG
Manchester Airport (MAN) and Zagreb Franjo Tuđman International Airport (ZAG) are connected by nonstop service from Ryanair. With 2 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
MAN to ZAG Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MAN to ZAG ranges from 2 hours 30 minutes. The route covers a distance of 972 miles (1,564 km). There are approximately 2 weekly flights outbound and 3 return, totaling 5 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
43 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via EIN. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.