Where to find us — Zagreb Airport
No Credit Card Required at Zagreb Airport
Rent a car at Zagreb Airport with just a debit card — no credit card, no hidden deposit. One of the very few car rental companies at Zagreb Airport(Meet&Greet) that accepts debit cards and cash payments. Ideal for international travelers who prefer flexible payment options.
- ✓Debit card accepted — Visa, Mastercard (no credit card needed)
- ✓Zero deposit option with Premium insurance upgrade
- ✓No credit card surcharge or processing fee
- ✓Free cancellation any time before pickup
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How It Works
Book Online
Choose your dates and vehicle. Secure your booking online and pay at pickup.
Pick Up at Zagreb Airport
Collect your car quickly and easily. Our staff will walk you through everything.
Enjoy Croatia
Explore with unlimited kilometers and 24/7 support assistance included.
Quick Price Estimator
- Toyota Aygo XBest dealManual · 4 seats~€255~€85 / day
- Suzuki VitaraManual · 5 seats~€270~€90 / day
- Renault CapturManual · 5 seats~€270~€90 / day
- Toyota Yaris A/TAutomatic · 5 seats~€270~€90 / day
- Renault Clio NewManual · 5 seats~€285~€95 / day
- Toyota Yaris Cross A/TAutomatic · 5 seats~€285~€95 / day
| Vehicle | / day | Total | Book |
|---|---|---|---|
Toyota Aygo XBest deal Manual · 4 seats | ~€85 | ~€255 | |
Suzuki Vitara Manual · 5 seats | ~€90 | ~€270 | |
Renault Captur Manual · 5 seats | ~€90 | ~€270 | |
Toyota Yaris A/T Automatic · 5 seats | ~€90 | ~€270 | |
Renault Clio New Manual · 5 seats | ~€95 | ~€285 | |
Toyota Yaris Cross A/T Automatic · 5 seats | ~€95 | ~€285 |
Estimates based on current rates. Final price shown at checkout.
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Our Fleet at ZAG Airport
Includes automatic & manual transmission options.
No Deposit Car Rental at (Zagreb Airport)
At , most major rental companies pre-authorize €750–€2,500 on a credit card as a security deposit at pickup. Avax does not. With our Premium insurance package, you pay zero deposit at the counter — no hold, no blocked funds. The price you see at booking is the price you pay; nothing extra is reserved on your card.
Premium insurance is available on every car category at this airport. It includes zero excess (zero deposit), Collision Damage Waiver (CDW), Theft Protection, Super CDW, and third-party liability — Croatia’s most comprehensive coverage. 24/7 roadside assistance is available separately as an add-on for €6/day.
No credit card? You can still rent at . Mini, Economy, and Intermediate categories accept a debit card with a one-time €60 no-credit-card fee. Bring your driving licence and a passport or national ID. Free cancellation any time before pickup is included on every booking.
Automatic Transmission Cars at (Zagreb Airport)
Avax operates 2 automatic-transmission categories at . Automatic gearboxes are recommended for first-time drivers in Croatia, the Adriatic coastal road (D8), and stop-go traffic in Dubrovnik’s Old Town and Split city centre. All automatic cars below are bookable for direct pickup at the terminal.
- Toyota Yaris A/T — 5 seats · PetrolFrom €115/day
- Toyota Yaris Cross A/T — 5 seats · PetrolFrom €120/day
Your Guide to Renting a Car at Zagreb Airport
Written by Eugen, Avax Rent a Car
Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) is Croatia's largest and busiest airport, serving the capital city of Zagreb. The modern terminal, which opened in 2017, handles over three million passengers per year with connections to destinations across Europe and beyond. It is located approximately 15 km southeast of Zagreb city centre in the Velika Gorica area.
The new terminal building is spacious and well-organized, with arrivals on the ground floor. Our Avax meet-and-greet officer will contact you via WhatsApp once you land and meet you directly inside the terminal. From the airport, Zagreb's main square (Ban Jelacic Square) is a quick 20-minute drive via the D30 road or the A11 motorway.
Zagreb Airport is an excellent starting point for exploring continental Croatia and beyond. The A1 motorway connects Zagreb to Split (4 hours) and passes near Plitvice Lakes National Park (2 hours). Heading east, Slavonia and the Baranja wine region are 3 hours away. For a shorter day trip, the hilltop castle town of Samobor is just 30 minutes from the airport and famous for its kremsnita cream cake.
Nearby Attractions
Zagreb Upper Town (Gornji Grad)
The historic heart of Zagreb featuring St. Mark's Church with its colourful tiled roof, the Stone Gate, Lotrscak Tower (which fires a cannon daily at noon), and the Croatian Parliament building.
Plitvice Lakes National Park
Croatia's most famous national park and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. A system of 16 terraced lakes connected by waterfalls set within a dense beech and fir forest. Absolutely unmissable.
Samobor
A charming small town nestled at the foot of the Samobor Hills, known for its traditional kremsnita cream cake, medieval castle ruins, and as a starting point for hiking in the Zumberak Nature Park.
Varazdin
The baroque capital of Croatia, featuring a beautifully preserved Old Town fortress, elegant 18th-century palaces, and the famous Spancirfest street festival held every August.
Driving Tips
Zagreb has a well-connected motorway network. The A1 heads south to Split and Dubrovnik, the A3 runs east-west connecting to Slovenia and Serbia, and the A2 leads north to the Slovenian border. All Croatian motorways use a ticket-based toll system: take a ticket at the entrance and pay at the exit. In Zagreb city centre, paid parking zones are marked by colours (Zone 1 red, Zone 2 yellow, Zone 3 green) with rates decreasing as you move from the centre. Pay via parking meters or the mParking SMS system.
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