Traveling from Des Moines Airport (DSM) to Zagreb Airport (ZAG): what you need to know
The timezone in Zagreb is UTC+1, which is seven hours ahead of Des Moines.
Leave enough time to catch your DSM to ZAG flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Traveling during a peak month like August? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Des Moines Airport (DSM) to Zagreb Airport (ZAG)
At the moment, $343 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Des Moines Airport to Zagreb Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $838. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from DSM to ZAG. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Des Moines Airport to Zagreb Airport across each month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from DSM to ZAG.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Des Moines Airport to Zagreb Airport.
Handy information about Des Moines Airport (DSM)
DSM is located at 5800 Fleur Drive, Suite 201.
Of all flights departing from Des Moines Airport, 77% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Des Moines to Des Moines Airport is around 11 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes when using public transport.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near DSM. Whether you've booked an early flight from Des Moines Airport to Zagreb Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Zagreb Airport (ZAG)
If you're getting in on a late Des Moines Airport to Zagreb Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near ZAG:
Grab a Zagreb Airport rental car and explore Zagreb and beyond with your own set of wheels. AVIA Rent, Green Motion and OK Mobility are top outlets to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Zagreb Airport around four weeks ahead.
When to fly to Zagreb Airport (ZAG)
September is the busiest month for flights from Des Moines Airport to Zagreb Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Zagreb in March.
Lock in your flight from Des Moines Airport to Zagreb Airport for August if you'd like to go to Zagreb during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DSM to ZAG in January. Average temperatures are between -7ºC (19ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.
Explore more of Croatia
Zagreb has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Croatia waiting to be discovered. Around 257 kilometers south of Zagreb, a trip to Split will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Diocletian's Palace, Old Split and Peristil.
Around 129 kilometers south-west of Zagreb, Rijeka is another favorite stop in Croatia. No visit is complete without checking out Teatro Fenice, The St. Vitus Cathedral and Church of St. Nicholas.
