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Flight deals from Cologne to Zadar

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Cologne Airport to Zadar Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from P4,597. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cologne to Zadar flights are currently cheapest in September.

Direct flights from Cologne to Zadar

Cologne to Zadar: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Cologne to Zadar below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Zadar.

Cologne to Zadar: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundP1,397
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time1 hr, 44 mins
Most popular airlineRyanair
Average flights per week13

Finding cheap flights from Cologne to Zadar: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Cologne to Zadar is P2,794. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 44 minutes is the average flight time from Cologne to Zadar.
Ryanair, Lauda Europe and Eurowings fly direct from Cologne to Zadar.
As of June 2026, there are 13 flights per week flying from Cologne to Zadar.
The cheapest month to fly from Cologne to Zadar is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cologne Airport to Zadar Airport on Wednesday, 23 September 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 44 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Zadar but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Zadar is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Zadar.

Travelling from Cologne Airport (CGN) to Zadar Airport (ZAD): what you need to know

  • Hop on a direct flight from Cologne Airport to Zadar Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 45 minutes.

  • Cologne and Zadar are in the same timezone, UTC+1.

  • Take your pick of three weekly Cologne Airport to Zadar Airport flights. The 05:45 departure with Ryanair is the earliest you can take. Ryanair operates the last service of the day at 20:40.

  • Leave enough time to catch your CGN to ZAD flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

  • Ryanair is your gateway to discovering Zadar (and maybe even some other exciting parts of Croatia!). Check out the direct flights from Cologne Airport to Zadar Airport offered by this airline.

  • The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Ryanair.

  • Ryanair is the most punctual carrier that operates CGN to ZAD flights, with 70.0% of its services reaching their destination on time.

  • We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Cologne Airport to Zadar Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Stopovers between CGN and ZAD include:

    • Vienna Airport

    • Hamburg International Airport

    • Pisa International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Cologne Airport (CGN) to Zadar Airport (ZAD)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Cologne Airport to Zadar Airport flight is P1,397. A return plane ticket is currently P2,794. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from CGN to ZAD, book ahead. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first released.

  • May is the cheapest month for flights from Cologne Airport to Zadar Airport. If you're looking to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.

  • Getting your hands on cheap flights from CGN to ZAD couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a new discounted fare appears.

  • Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Cologne Airport to Zadar Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about Cologne Airport (CGN)

  • Of all flights departing from Cologne Airport, 74% land on schedule at their destination.

  • Cologne Airport is about 14 kilometers from central Cologne. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 20 minutes.

  • Looking for a handy hotel close to CGN? If you're boarding an early flight from Cologne Airport to Zadar Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Zadar Airport (ZAD)

  • If you're arriving on a late Cologne Airport to Zadar Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these accommodation options near ZAD:

  • Pick up a Zadar Airport rental car and discover Zadar and beyond with your own wheels. AVIA Rent, Surprice and Carwiz are well-known companies to choose from here.

  • Booking your ride from Zadar Airport around one week ahead can help you get the best possible rate.

Getting from Zadar Airport (ZAD) to central Zadar

  • Zadar Airport is approximately 10 kilometers from central Zadar. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.

  • It takes around 25 minutes when travelling by public transport.

When to fly to Zadar Airport (ZAD)

  • August is the most popular month for flights from Cologne Airport to Zadar Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Zadar in March.

  • The warmest month in Zadar is August, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Cologne Airport to Zadar Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.

  • Search for cheap tickets from CGN to ZAD in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.

Explore more of Croatia

  • You've visited Zadar, now it's time to explore other corners of Croatia. Journey around 193 kilometers north to Zagreb to tick off its top attractions. From Park Maksimir to Basilica of The Sacred Heart of Jesus and Zagreb Cathedral, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

  • Split is another standout destination in Croatia and is around 121 kilometers south-east of Zadar. No trip is complete without a visit to Diocletian's Palace, Old Split and Peristil.

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