Zagreb Franjo Tuđman International Airport

LDZA / ZAG

Velika Gorica, HR

Last Updated
Mar 4, 05:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 12 min ago
05:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
4°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 2°C
2 kt
210°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1027 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LDZA 040500Z 21002KT CAVOK 04/02 Q1027 NOSIG
QNH
1027 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1015 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (353 ft)
Pressure Alt
-60 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -1,295 ft
ISA Deviation: -10.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF LDZA 032325Z 0400/0424 VRB02KT CAVOK TX18/0414Z TN01/0405Z PROB30 TEMPO 0404/0408 1500 BCFG PROB40 TEMPO 0415/0421 SHRA SCT040TCU
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
05:12Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: >10km
15:00Z PROB40 TEMPO
+10h
MVFR
Showers Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
DZA
04
22 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 04/22
Active: 22
10,669 ft 148 ft ASP 47°
2.0 kt 0.3 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LDZA

7,802 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
54.5%
MVFR
13.4%
IFR
9.9%
LIFR
22.2%

Zagreb Franjo Tuđman International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 54.5% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 32.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 4.8 knots. Calm conditions occur 12.5% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -14°C to 30°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 27.3% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are March, October, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 4.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 21 kt
Calm Winds: 12.5%
Direction Distribution:
N
5.9%
NE
27.3%
E
11.5%
SE
3%
S
3.8%
SW
20.5%
W
14.1%
NW
1.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 6.6°C
Range: -14°C to 30°C
-14°C 30°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 27.3%

Best Months for VFR

March October September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 1.6 kt

Statistics computed from 7,802 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Zagreb Franjo Tuđman International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LDZA
IATA Code: ZAG
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 353 ft MSL

Location

City: Velika Gorica
Country: HR
Latitude: 45.742901°
Longitude: 16.068800°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 10,669 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Zagreb Franjo Tuđman International Airport

Overview

Zagreb Franjo Tuđman International Airport serves as the primary international airport for Croatia, located in Velika Gorica near Zagreb. Situated at 353 feet above mean sea level, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region, handling both commercial passenger and cargo operations.

Flying Conditions

The airport's elevation of 353 feet MSL suggests a relatively low-altitude environment with potentially moderate terrain interactions. Pilots should anticipate standard continental European weather patterns, which typically involve variable conditions with potential seasonal temperature and wind variations.

Notable Features

The airport features a substantial runway 04/22 measuring 10,669 feet in length, accommodating large commercial aircraft with ample space for takeoff and landing operations. Its geographic coordinates at 45.742901, 16.068800 position the airport in a relatively flat region of Croatia, which should provide predictable approach and departure conditions.

Approach Considerations

With a single runway oriented at 04/22, pilots should be prepared for potential crosswind scenarios depending on prevailing wind conditions. The extensive 10,669-foot asphalt runway provides significant operational flexibility for various aircraft types and approach requirements.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

Official Data Sources

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NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.