Where to find us — Zadar Airport
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No Deposit & No Credit Card Required
You can rent a car without a credit card at this location — no card blocking, no stress.
- • One-time fee: €60
- • Premium Insurance required (zero deposit)
- • Available for: Mini, Economy & Intermediate categories
What's Included — No Hidden Fees
| Unlimited Mileage | Included |
| Liability Insurance | Included |
| Local Tax & License Fee | Included |
| Free cancellation up to departure | Included |
| Extra Driver | €0 |
| Cross-Border (Montenegro/Bosnia, 3+ days) | €0 |
Arriving with Ryanair at Zadar Airport?
ZAD is Ryanair's Croatian hub — and we've designed our service around budget travelers. No credit card required, no deposit, no hidden airport surcharges. Book direct and pay less than the "exclusive" deals shown on airline booking pages.
- • Debit card accepted — no credit card needed
- • Zero deposit with Premium Insurance
- • Direct local support — call or WhatsApp us, not a call centre abroad
30-Second Arrival Guide
- 1Exit Baggage Claim through the main doors.
- 2Find the Avax Rent a Car desk in the Rental Center (signposted from Arrivals).
- 3Collect your keys — your car is in the parking area, 50 metres away.
From Zadar Airport — Where Can You Go?
| Destination | Distance | Drive Time |
|---|---|---|
| Zadar Old Town | 8 km | 15 min |
| Nin (salt lake) | 15 km | 20 min |
| Šibenik | 75 km | 1 h |
| Novalja / Zrće Beach (Pag) | 95 km | 1 h 15 min |
| Plitvice Lakes NP | 130 km | 1 h 30 min |
| Split | 160 km | 2 h |
Why Book Avax Direct Instead of a Broker?
| Feature | Avax Direct | Rental Brokers |
|---|---|---|
| Support | Local phone & WhatsApp | Abroad call centre |
| Cross-Border (Bosnia/Montenegro) | FREE (3+ days) | Often €50+ extra |
| Modifications | Free & instant | Complex or costly |
| Deposit | Zero (with Premium ins.) | Credit card hold required |
| Cancellation | Free | Fees may apply |
How It Works
Book Online
Choose your dates and vehicle. Secure your booking online and pay at pickup.
Pick Up at Zadar 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.
Our Fleet at ZAD Airport
Includes automatic & manual transmission options.
Vaš vodič za iznajmljivanje automobila na Zadarskoj zračnoj luci
Zračna luka Zadar (ZAD) nalazi se u blizini naselja Zemunik Donji, približno 12 km istočno od centra grada Zadar. Brzo je rasla u posljednjim godinama kao popularna destinacija za niskotarifne avioprijevoznike, s izravnim letovima iz cijele Europe koje vozose Ryanair, easyJet, Eurowings i drugi. Kompaktan terminal čini dolazak i odlazak brzim i bezbrižnim iskustvom.
Avax ured nalazi se odmah do izlaza za dolazak, što čini preuzimanje izuzetno praktičnim. Nakon preuzimanja vaših izdvojenih vozila, historijska stara četvrt Zadar je tek 15 minuta vožnje zapadno duž ceste D424. Stara četvrt nalazi se na uskoj polutoku i poznata je po Morskoj orguljama, jedinstvenom arhitektonskom postavu koji stvara glazbu iz kretanja valova, i Pozdravu suncu, spektakularnoj svjetlosnoj instalaciji koja se najbolje vidi na zalasku sunca.
Zadar je savršeno pozicioniran za istraživanje sjeverne Dalmacije. Nacionalni park Kornati, arhipelag od 89 pristanih otoka, dostižan je brodom iz Murtera (1 sat vožnje). Nacionalni park Plitvičkih jezera nalazi se približno 2 sata prema sjeveroistoku. Za ljubitelje plaža, plaža Saharun na otoku Dugi Otok redovito je rangirana kao jedna od najljepših plaža u Hrvatskoj i dostižna je brodom iz luke Zadar.
Nearby Attractions
Zadar Stari grad
Poluotočni grad star 3000 godina s rimskim ruševinama, crkvom sv. Donata iz 9. stoljeća, Morskom organom i Pozdravom Suncu. Alfred Hitchcock je navodno rekao da Zadar ima najljepši zalazak sunca na svijetu.
Nacionalni park Plitvice Lakes
Kroatski dragulj, UNESCO-zaštićena mreža od 16 tirkiznih jezera i bezbroj vodopadа. Iz Zadera je savršena dnevna tura s dovoljno vremena za šetnju glavnim stazama.
Nacionalni park Kornati
Zapanjujući arhipelag od 89 otoka i otočića poznat po dramatičnim liticama, kristalno čistoj vodi i izvanrednoj morskoj bioraznolikosti. Najbolje se istražuje brodom iz Murtera ili Biograda.
Nacionalni park Paklenica
Dramatičan park s kanjonom u planini Velebit, popularan za penjanje, planinarenje i mrežu podzemnih tunela. Kanjoni Velika Paklenica i Mala Paklenica su spektakularni.
Driving Tips
Autocesta A1 je lako dostupna sa Zadarske zračne luke i povezuje sjever prema Zagrebu te jug prema Splitu. Za primorsku vožnju prema Šibeniku ili Splitu, cesta D8 nudi prekrasne pogleде na more, ali je sporija i vijugava. Stari grad Zadar ima ograničeno parkiranje; koristite garažu Fosa blizu Zemljane vrate ili veliki parkirni prostor na otvorenom blizu autobusne stanice. Parkiranje na ulici u zoni starog grada zahtijeva karte iz kioska ili SMS sustava mParking.
Our Zadar office is well-connected to local neighbourhoods including Bili Brig, Borik, Diklo, Stanovi, Arbanasi, making it easy to reach your accommodation or explore the city and its surroundings.
Distances from Zadar Airport
| Destination | Distance | Travel Time |
|---|---|---|
| Zadar Old Town | 12 km | 15 min |
| Zadar Ferry Port | 13 km | 18 min |
| Šibenik | 73 km | 55 min |
| Krka National Park | 90 km | 1h 10 min |
| Plitvice Lakes | 130 km | 1h 30 min |
| Split | 165 km | 2h |
Travel times are approximate and may vary with traffic conditions.
Frequently Asked Questions About Car Rental in Zadar Airport
Koliko je udaljena Zračna luka Zadar od starog grada?
Gdje se nalazi ured Avax na Zračnoj luci Zadar?
Mogu li posjetiti Plitvičke jezere kao jednodnevni izlet iz Zadera?
Kako doći do Kornatskih otoka iz Zadera?
Je li Zadar dobra baza za istraživanje Hrvatske?
Kakva je cesta između Zadera i Splita?
Popular One-Way Route
Zadar Airport → Split
Drive south along the Dalmatian coast to Split. Enjoy views of the Kornati islands and stop at Šibenik along the way. Free cross-border included for 3+ day rentals.
Popular One-Way Route
Zadar Airport → Zagreb
Drive north from Zadar to the Croatian capital. Stop at Plitvice Lakes National Park — just 90 minutes from Zadar. Free cross-border included for 3+ day rentals.
Popular One-Way Route
Zadar Airport → Dubrovnik
Drive the length of the Dalmatian coast from Zadar to Dubrovnik. Pass through Split and across the Pelješac Bridge. Free cross-border included for 3+ day rentals.
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