Velika Gorica to Madrid (ZAG–MAD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
ZAG–MAD is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Iberia and Croatia Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,052 miles in approximately 2h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IB Iberia Also: LA, VY | 9 | 321 | 2h55 | – | Oneworld | LA, VY |
| OU Croatia Airlines | 3 | 221 | 3h | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Madrid from Velika Gorica
| Metric | ZAG→MAD | LJU→MAD |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from ZAG | – | 84 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 24 | 3 |
| Flight time | 2h 55m | 2h 50m |
Travel Essentials
ZAG: CEST · MAD: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Velika Gorica, it's 6:00 PM in Madrid.
Metro Line 8 from T1/T2/T3 to Nuevos Ministerios takes 12–15 minutes (€6 with airport supplement). T4 travelers take the free inter-terminal shuttle to T2 first. Cercanías C-1 from T4 to Atocha (€2.60, 25 min) is cheaper. Taxis to the city centre have a €30 fixed tariff.
Rental car agencies are at T4. Express Aeropuerto buses run 24 hours to Avenida de América (€5, 25–40 min). Ride-hail apps (Cabify, Uber) typically cost €25–40 depending on destination.
Hot semi-arid climate at 600m altitude. Summers are hot and dry (30–38°C) with almost no rain and very low humidity. Heat rarely disrupts flights but ground crews work in extreme heat. Winters are cold for a southern European capital (1–9°C) with occasional snow. MAD handles light snow well but heavy falls can close runways.
Spring and autumn are pleasant (12–20°C) and offer the most stable weather. Dust storms from the Sahara occasionally reduce visibility in spring. No fog risk comparable to northern European airports.
ZAG–MAD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from ZAG to MAD
Zagreb Franjo Tuđman International Airport (ZAG) and Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) are connected by nonstop service from Iberia and Croatia Airlines. With 24 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
ZAG to MAD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from ZAG to MAD is about 2 hours 55 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,052 miles (1,692 km). There are approximately 24 weekly flights outbound and 24 return, totaling 48 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat, Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández and Munich. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Zgornji Brnik (LJU).