£25 Cheap Flights to Croatia

Explore flights to Croatia

With cheap flights to Croatia widely available, along with multiple popular flight destinations to choose from and plenty of carriers, like Croatian Airlines, and British Airways to take you there, a trip to Croatia could be a great bet for your next holiday.

Why take a flight to Croatia

Taking a flight to Croatia is well worth it: Croatia is a multi-faceted country, renowned for its sparkling blue waters, pristine golden sands and charming fishing villages. If ancient Roman ruins and museums fascinate you, flights to Split will transport you to one of Croatia's rich historical regions. Or you can mix the old with the new and fly to Croatia to experience the medieval streets and metropolitan vibe of Croatia's cool capital city with tickets to Zagreb. Beach lovers can take their pick of beautiful Croatian resorts, with Zadar being a notable highlight for a cheap holiday in the sun.

When to book flights to Croatia

If you're looking for a pleasantly warm break with plenty of sunshine, book flights to Croatia between May and June. July and August are high seasons, and during this time, not only are the beaches, such as those in Middle Dalmatia, more crowded, but the weather is also extremely hot. Additionally, flight prices reach their peak during these months. Alternatively, you could book tickets to Croatia in winter when the country's famous Christmas markets are in full swing and hotel prices are lower.

How to find cheap flights to Croatia

It's always worth organising your flights to Croatia in advance, especially if you're planning a trip during the busy UK summer holidays to popular beach resorts in Croatia since this will secure you some of the best prices. If you don't have to travel on specific dates, some flexibility could help you get some of the cheapest flights to Croatia from £45*. Click 'Show Flexible Dates' in Expedia's search engine to bring up a selection of flights on either side of your chosen departure/return dates to reveal your options.

Flights to Croatia from UK

Flights to Croatia are in good supply and operate at all times of day in high season. Direct flights are short and take approximately 2 and a half hours from the UK.

• London to Zagreb
• London to Dubrovnik
• London to Split
• London to Zadar

Main airports in Croatia

Croatia has several main airports, the busiest being Dubrovnik (DVB), Split (SPU) on the southern coast of the country and the capital Zagreb's Franjo Tudman International. Pula (PUY) is another destination option that allows you access to the pine-clad Istrian peninsula, while the beach resort of Zadar (ZAD) and Rijeka (RJK) are additional options for Croatia cheap flights from the UK.

Airlines fly to Croatia

You can get direct flights to Croatia from London with several carriers, including:

• Croatia Airlines
• British Airways
• Ryanair
• easyJet
• Wizz Air

Get around in Croatia

It's fairly easy to get around on Croatia's bus network, which connects all the main cities. If you're taking a coastal tour, you can hop on and off a ferry to reach many of the country's islands, including Hvar, Badija and Brac. Driving is relatively straightforward if you want to veer off the beaten track, and you can book a cheap hire car with Expedia in advance of your holiday for extra convenience. Bear in mind when you book your Croatia plane tickets that bus and boat timetables are reduced in low season. There are also domestic flights that connect the coast to the mainland if you're combining a city break with a beach holiday.

Must-see attractions in Croatia

History buffs will not want to miss a visit to the Diocletian's Palace in Split, regarded as one of the most important Roman structures in existence today. No visit to Dubrovnik is complete without a walk around its magnificent city walls and forts. Fly to Croatia's Zlatni Rat beach in the Dalmatia region for photographic opportunities, or visit Pula Arena, a Roman Amphitheatre, where you can catch mass entertainment in the form of concerts and film festivals.

Tips for travelling in Croatia

If you have the time, buying flight tickets to Croatia's capital Zagreb, and then transferring to a coastal resort will make for an unforgettable holiday. The country has an excellent infrastructure for tourists, and you'll be able to find plenty of accommodation in Croatia, from luxury hotels to budget hostels. You'll also find plenty of open-air food markets in every Croatian town. While it's worth giving the local lingo a go, the majority in Croatia speak a little English.

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