ZAD · Zadar Airport → Plitvice Lakes
Transfer from Zadar Airport to Plitvice Lakes
Pre-book a fixed-price private transfer from Zadar Airport (ZAD) to Plitvice Lakes. The route is approximately 130 km and typically takes around 1 h 50 min depending on traffic. Current fares start from €171 per trip, with flight tracking, meet & greet and 60 minutes of airport waiting included.
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Cancellation up to 24h
Route Facts — ZAD to Plitvice Lakes
Distance, typical drive time and starting fare for your transfer from Zadar Airport to Plitvice Lakes.
Prices — Zadar Airport to Plitvice Lakes
Fixed price · no meter during the journey · final fare shown before booking.
| Vehicle | Passengers | Luggage | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Economy | up to 3 | 3 | €171 |
| Comfort | up to 3 | 3 | €205 |
| Minivan | up to 7 | 7 | €230 |
| Business VAN | up to 6 | 6 | €434 |
Book with Confidence
The same booking guarantees apply to every transfer on this route.
Fixed pricing
Your confirmed transfer fare is shown before travel, with no meter running during the ride.
Real-time flight tracking
Your flight number helps the driver follow updated arrival information.
60-min airport waiting
Airport pickup includes 60 minutes of waiting according to the booking policy.
Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours before pickup for a full refund under the displayed booking conditions.
Meet & greet
Your driver meets you in the arrivals area with a name sign and pickup details shared in advance.
Transfer from Zadar Airport to Plitvice Lakes — What to Expect
The private-transfer route from Zadar Airport (ZAD) to Plitvice Lakes covers approximately 130 km and typically takes around 1 h 50 min, depending on traffic. Transferhood fares for this route currently start from €171.
Your airport pickup
Add your flight number when booking. Your driver follows updated flight information, meets you in the arrivals area with a name sign and waits for the included airport waiting period.
Your arrival at Plitvice Lakes
Your driver takes you directly to the address you select for Plitvice Lakes. Tolls, parking and airport fees are included in the fixed fare, which is locked at booking.
Arriving at Plitvice Lakes
Plitvice Lakes is a park in Plitvička Jezera, Croatia.
Plitvička Jezera
National park in Lika-Senj County; the D429 road passes through its eastern part and by the two main entrances.
Plitvice Lakes = Plitvice Lakes National Park
Plitvice Lakes is also known as Plitvice Lakes National Park and Nacionalni park Plitvička jezera. All of these names refer to the same destination.
Direct vehicle access
Two main entrances about 3 km apart (Entrance 1 north, Entrance 2 south), both with paid visitor parking and bus stops. Choose Entrance 1 or Entrance 2 in advance; the park recommends planning the visit around the entrance.
- Plitvice Lakes
- Plitvice Lakes National Park
- Nacionalni park Plitvička jezera
Sources: Plitvice Lakes National Park · Plitvice Lakes National Park - How to get here · Last verified 1 October 2026
What happens if my flight to Zadar is delayed?
Enter your flight number when booking. Transferhood uses updated flight information for the airport pickup, and the included waiting-time policy applies after the relevant arrival point.
- ✓ Flight tracking
- ✓ Updated arrival monitoring
- ✓ 60-min airport waiting
- ✓ Driver details before pickup
Why add my flight number?
Your flight number links the booking to the actual flight rather than relying only on the scheduled time. It helps reduce manual coordination if the flight arrives early or late.
- Flight changes
- Arrival timing
- Driver readiness
- Less manual coordination
How to Get from Zadar Airport to Plitvice Lakes
Compare journey time, fare model, door-to-door convenience and flight-linked pickup for getting from Zadar Airport to Plitvice Lakes.
| Option | Typical journey | Fare model | Door-to-door | Flight-linked pickup | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Private transfer | ~1 h 50 min by road, traffic dependent | From €171 · fixed before booking | Yes, where vehicle access is permitted | Yes | Luggage, families, groups, pre-booked arrival |
| TaxiAirport taxiTaxi pickup zone outside passenger terminal → Zadar / Dalmatian destinations | Direct road journey | Local taxi fare method | Yes, where vehicle access is permitted | No pre-assigned Transferhood driver | On-demand travel after arrival |
| ShuttleHotel / resort transferPre-arranged terminal pickup → Hotels / marinas / regional destinations | Varies; may require a city connection and walking | Per-passenger / local ticket fare | Varies by operator | Varies | Budget-focused travellers, hotel runs |
Choosing Your Transfer for This Route
Pick the vehicle that fits your group, luggage and arrival time on this route.
Solo Travellers & Couples
Economy supports up to 3 passengers with standard luggage and is the lowest-priced vehicle currently displayed for this route.
Up to 7 Passengers
Minivan is currently shown for groups of up to 7 passengers. Check the displayed luggage capacity before booking.
Child Seats
Request child-seat options during booking when they are available for the selected vehicle and route.
Extra or Bulky Luggage
Choose the vehicle based on both passenger count and luggage capacity shown in the booking flow.
Late-Night & Early-Morning Flights
Search the required pickup time and add your flight number so the airport pickup can use updated arrival information.
Plitvice Lakes to Zadar Airport
Add a return journey during booking when you also need transport back to Zadar Airport.
How to Book This Transfer
- 01
Enter your trip details
Zadar Airport is your pickup and Plitvice Lakes is your destination. Add your flight number.
- 02
Choose your vehicle class
Compare the available vehicles, passenger capacity, luggage capacity and fixed fare.
- 03
Add extras if needed
Request available extras such as child seats and add a return trip when required.
- 04
Confirm your booking
Complete the booking and receive the pickup information and driver details according to the booking flow.
Average booking time: 1 minute
Where Will My Driver Meet and Drop Me Off?
Pickup at Zadar Airport
Your Transferhood driver meets you in the arrivals area with a name sign. Driver contact details and pickup information are shared before the transfer.
- ✓Name-sign meet & greet
- ✓Flight-linked arrival monitoring
- ✓60-minute included airport waiting
Drop-off at Plitvice Lakes
Your driver takes you to the booked vehicle-accessible drop-off point at Plitvice Lakes. If the final address lies within a pedestrian-only section, the nearest accessible point is used.
- ✓Direct route from ZAD
- ✓Approx. 130 km
- ✓Approx. 1 h 50 min drive, traffic dependent
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