Zadar Airport is close to the city — just 12 km — which keeps transport costs low. Here is what each option costs in 2026.
Current Prices in 2026
All prices in euros (EUR). Croatia adopted the euro in January 2023.
Taxi: 25-35 EUR to Zadar Old Town using the meter. Make sure the meter is running or agree on a price before departing. The ride takes 15-20 minutes.
Pre-booked private transfer: 30-45 EUR to central Zadar. The price is set at booking and includes meet-and-greet in arrivals. For the short distance, the premium over a taxi is modest.
Liburnija airport bus: About 5 EUR per person to the main bus station near the Old Town. The bus runs in coordination with flight arrivals. The ride takes 20-25 minutes.
No Uber/Bolt: Rideshare apps do not operate in Zadar, so you cannot compare app-based pricing.
Costs to Coastal Destinations
- Zadar Old Town: 25-35 EUR by taxi (15-20 min)
- Borik hotels area: 28-38 EUR by taxi (18-22 min)
- Nin: 30-45 EUR by transfer (20-25 min)
- Biograd na Moru: 40-55 EUR by transfer (25-35 min)
- Vodice: 60-80 EUR by transfer (40-50 min)
- Sibenik: 80-120 EUR by transfer (60-75 min)
- Krka National Park: 90-130 EUR by transfer (65-80 min)
- Plitvice Lakes: 150-220 EUR by transfer (120-150 min)
- Split: 200-280 EUR by transfer (150-180 min)
Summer Price Premium
During peak season (July-August), taxi fares may be slightly higher due to demand. Transfer companies may also charge summer rates. The airport bus remains the same price year-round. If you are visiting during peak summer, booking transport in advance is wise — not just for price certainty but to ensure availability at this small airport.
When the Bus Is Enough
For solo travelers or couples heading to Zadar center with manageable luggage, the 5 EUR airport bus is excellent value. It drops you at the bus station, which is a 10-minute walk from the Old Town. For groups, families, or anyone with heavy luggage, the taxi's 25-35 EUR fare split among passengers often works out similar per person while being far more convenient.