Zadar Airport Guide

Whether you have a layover, overnight sleepover or you are just quickly passing through, our Zadar Airport Guide is a great place to start planning your visit. Here, you’ll find information on services and facilities available inside the airport – including details about airport lounges, WiFi, mobile charging points, lockers, 24-hour food options, nearby hotels, and everything in between.

The seatings aren’t really soft but a trained sleeper can make the best of it.
– a traveller

ZAD Airport Overview

To help you plan your layover or overnight sleepover, here is a quick run-down about what to expect during your time at Zadar Airport.

What to Expect

The small terminal at Zadar Airport (code: ZAD) handles two year-round routes and dozens of seasonal routes during the summer. Facilities are limited to two snack bars, a restaurant, and a duty-free shop. Free WiFi helps pass the time.

Zadar Airport Guide — (Photo courtesy of a guest traveller / 26Sep2018)

Sleeping in Zadar Airport

The airport closes nightly, from 10:00 PM until 4:00 AM, but travellers can stay inside for the night if they arrive before closing time! Padded benches are in short supply, so bring a sleeping bag for stretching out on the floor. It can get cold, so bring an extra layer or blanket. For uninterrupted sleep, hotels are nearby. See our Airport Hotels section below for locations.

Read the latest traveller airport reviews for more tips. For more airport information, continue scrolling down to explore more in our Zadar Airport Guide.

Airport Hours

The airport is open 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM. According to the official website, the airport may operate outside these hours on request for scheduled flights.

Rest & Relaxation Zones

No dedicated sleeping areas, quiet areas or rest zones exist. If this information has changed, click here to update this guide.

Cots

The airport does not provide cots to stranded travellers. If this has changed, click here to update the guide.

Airport Hotels

If sleeping in the airport sounds like a nightmare, there are a few small hotels and guesthouses near Zadar Airport. For a wider selection, the city centre is about a 15 to 20-minute drive away.

Browse the complete list of hotels in Zadar on Expedia.

Airport Lounges

Pay-per-use, Single Visit Passes & Lounge Memberships

Regardless of what class of service you are flying, there is a lounge that you can enter by purchasing a lounge pass or through a lounge membership program.

Zadar Airport Business Lounge – Location: Airside, International Departures. Lounge Access: Prepaid lounge passes • Lounge membership programs.

Food & Drinks

There are no 24-hour food outlets. Food options are limited and may not operate outside flight hours.

Landside: Caffe Bar and Restaurant
Airside: Caffe Bar

Drinking Water
A reader tells us, “When we travelled through Zadar last June 2025 there was nowhere to fill water bottles airside. The only water available was paid for bottled water from the kiosk, and it was more expensive than on the plane.” If this has changed, click here to update this guide.

Luggage Storage & Lockers

Luggage storage and lockers are not available. If this is has changed, click here to update this guide.

Mobile Charging

One reader tells us, “Phone charging stations are available on both floors of the departures wing.” Another reader reports, “I found one public outlet on the right side of this extremely small airport, 4 meters from TODI rent a car stand.” (July 2026)

Showers

Showers are not available. If this has changed, click here to update this guide.

WiFi / Internet

Free WiFi is available. Connect to the “Zadar Airport Free” network.

More Airport Information

More Services, Facilities & Things To Do On A Layover

Note: Locations, hours, and rates may change. Information is provided for general reference only.

ATMs / Cash Machines – ATMs are available. Fees may apply; check your bank’s fee schedule and withdrawal limits for international use. Locations: Landside, to the left of the entrance and in Domestic Arrivals.
Baby Care Facilities – A baby changing facility is available. Location: Airside.
Currency Exchange – Currency exchange services are available in the International Arrivals Hall. A second location operates in the Departures Hall.
Duty-Free & Shopping – Duty-free shopping is available Airside. A snack bar sells basic items such as newspapers, magazines, and phone cards.
Information Desk – An information desk is available for assistance. Location: Landside, to the left of the check-in counters.

Airlines

Zadar Airport is served by the following airlines: Croatia Air • EasyJet • Eurowings • Lufthansa • LOT • Ryanair • Transavia • Vueling.

Airport Transportation: Getting To/From The Airport

Buses

The airport is connected to the Old Town Bus Terminal (with a stop at the Main Bus Terminal). See the schedule on the Zadar Airport website.

Car Rentals

There are 16 car rental service providers located in a separate building outside the terminal, including: Air Rent a Car • Avis • Dollar/Thrifty • Filipović Rent a Car • Fleet • Hertz • Last Minute Rent-a-Car • Lulić Rent a Car • Oryx • Sixt • Uni Rent and more.

Hotel Shuttles

See Airport Hotels above.

Taxi

Taxis are available 24 hours daily at the taxi stand opposite the International Arrivals exit.

Security & Safety

Sleeping in any airport can include a certain level of risk, especially when travelling alone. It’s important to take certain precautions to ensure your safety and the security of your valuables. Here are a few tips:

Safety First. It’s a good idea to know where the security office is located and look for video cameras where you plan to sleep. You can also ask the security personnel for advice on the safest places to spend the night.
Don’t Seclude Yourself. If you’re travelling alone, we recommend you stay near other travellers or close to security. This will help you feel more secure and deter potential thieves.
Hide Your Valuables. It’s also important to hide your valuables. Don’t leave them out in plain view, as this could make you a target for theft. Additionally, if you are a deep sleeper, you may want to padlock your bag to something or sleep with your bag up against a wall to make it harder for someone to access zippers and pockets. We have received reports of sleepers who woke up without their phones and laptop bags. The travellers were left with just their headphones and laptop bag strap.
Stay Alert. It’s best to stay alert and awake if you feel unsafe or uncomfortable. Drink coffee or other caffeinated beverages to help you stay awake, and remember that you can always catch up on sleep during your flight. These simple precautions can help you enjoy a safe night at the airport.

Last updated: 2026-03-31

This guide is for informational purposes only to assist with your planning. All information, including rates and hours, is subject to change at any time without notice. The information in this airport guide is based on information collected and/or received from the airports, lounges, hotels, transportation providers, and their websites. We are not representatives of any of the above-mentioned service providers. To report errors or to add/update any items mentioned in the guide: update the airport guide or write a review.