The Complete List of Airports in Croatia

Croatia’s mix of coastline, islands and historic towns makes air travel a practical way to move between destinations, whether you’re hopping to an island or arriving from abroad. Smaller regional fields sit alongside full-service hubs, so knowing what each airport offers saves time and planning.

There are 16 Airports in Croatia, ranging from Brač Airport to Zagreb Airport. For each entry you’ll find below the IATA/ICAO, City, Runway length (m) so you can compare locations and aircraft capabilities at a glance.

Which airports in Croatia handle regular international flights?

The main international hubs are Zagreb, Split and Dubrovnik, with several airports like Zadar, Pula and Rijeka also operating seasonal international services; smaller fields may only support domestic or charter traffic. Check airline schedules and the table below for current international routes and seasonal changes.

How does runway length affect my travel options?

Runway length determines what size aircraft an airport can handle — longer runways accommodate larger jets and more long-haul or year-round services, while shorter runways typically limit operations to turboprops or smaller regional planes, affecting direct-flight availability and luggage or weight restrictions.

Airports in Croatia

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Dubrovnik Airport

Serve as the main international airport for southern Dalmatia. Handle many scheduled and seasonal flights, especially in summer. Provide bus, taxi and car links to Dubrovnik and nearby resorts. Include as a primary tourist gateway and busy international entry point.

Zagreb Airport

Act as Croatia’s largest and busiest airport and the capital’s main air hub. Support year-round scheduled flights and connections for domestic and international travel. Offer train, bus, taxi and shuttle links to Zagreb city. Include as the key gateway for business and transfer passengers.

Pula Airport

Function as the main airport for Istria with strong seasonal traffic. Host low-cost and charter flights during the tourist season. Provide road and shuttle links to Pula and nearby resorts. Include for its role serving Istrian tourism and summer demand.

Split Airport

Serve as the major gateway to central Dalmatia and the islands. Handle heavy summer traffic and many charter routes. Offer fast ground links and transfers to Split port and island ferries. Include for high seasonal demand and island connections.

Zadar Airport

Operate as a growing regional airport with many low-cost routes and charter services. Serve Zadar city and nearby national parks. Provide bus and car links to coastal resorts and islands. Include for its expanding role in regional tourism.

Rijeka Airport

Serve the Kvarner region and parts of northern Croatia with seasonal flights. Sit on an island-connected area and offer ground transfer options to Rijeka and Istria. Host mostly charter and limited scheduled services. Include for regional and summer travel needs.

Osijek Airport

Function as the main airport for eastern Croatia with limited scheduled flights. Support regional passenger services, cargo and occasional charters. Provide road links to Osijek city and Slavonia region. Include to cover Croatia’s eastern air access.

Udbina Air Base

Operate primarily as a military air base in Lika with a long runway. Support air force operations and occasional civil or charter use. Provide strategic and training functions rather than regular commercial service. Include to represent military and mixed-use airfields in Croatia.

Brač Airport

Serve the island of Brač with small, seasonal flights. Host light aircraft and charter services that link the island to the mainland. Provide short transfer options to local towns and resorts. Include for island access and seasonal travel.

Varaždin Airport

Function as a regional general aviation airfield near Varaždin. Support flight training, private flights and occasional charters. Provide local road access to the city and surrounding area. Include to cover smaller public and GA facilities.

Otočac Airfield

Operate as a small general aviation field in the Lika region. Support sport flying, private pilots and local events. Provide simple ground access to nearby towns. Include as part of Croatia’s network of local airfields.

Grobnik Airfield

Serve as a general aviation and sport flying airfield near Rijeka. Host gliding, training and light aircraft operations. Provide close access to the Rijeka area and tourist zones. Include for its role in recreational and business aviation.

Lošinj Airport

Function as a small island airport on Lošinj with seasonal traffic. Handle light aircraft and charter flights serving the island resorts. Provide short connections to Mali Lošinj and tourist areas. Include to represent island air links.

Lučko Airport

Act as a general aviation and business aviation airfield near Zagreb. Support flight schools, private jets and occasional official flights. Offer quick road access to the capital without scheduled commercial service. Include for GA and corporate aviation coverage.

Unije Airfield

Serve the tiny island of Unije with a very small airstrip for light aircraft. Offer seasonal and on-demand flights that connect the island to nearby hubs. Provide essential transport for residents and tourists. Include to show remote island air access.

Vrsar Airfield

Operate as a small airfield near Vrsar in Istria for sport and light commercial use. Support tourist flights, gliding and private aviation. Provide road links to coastal resorts and campsites. Include as a local aviation hub for Istrian tourism.

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