Rent a Car Zagreb Airport (ZAG): Arrivals Hall Pickup

Name: M.A.C.K. Rent a Car Zagreb Airport
Address: Rudolfa Fizira, Zagreb, 10000, HR
Telephone: +385 98 485 900
Price range: €€
Rating: 5.0

Pickup offices

M.A.C.K. at Zagreb Airport (ZAG)

17 km from Zagreb Airport, approximately 20 minutes.

Zagreb Airport

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Address

Rudolfa Fizira, Zagreb 10000

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Phone

+385 98 485 900

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Opening hours

08:00–20:00 daily

Hours may differ on national holidays.

Pre-arranged pickups & drop-offs available 24/7.

What to expect at the desk

✓ Pickup at the airport car rental area — short walk from arrivals
✓ Meet and greet included, no extra charge
✓ Car ready on arrival — keys, documents and inspection on the spot

For arrivals outside desk hours, contact us in advance to arrange a handover. Hours may differ on national holidays.

Drive times

From Zagreb Airport: distances and drive times

(All times are road distances from the airport departures exit)

Destination	km	Drive time	Notes
Zagreb City Centre	17	20 min	Via A3 motorway or Zračna luka road
Karlovac	50	35 min	Via A1 motorway — gateway to Dalmatia
Varaždin	80	1 hr	Via A2/A4 — baroque city, no toll
Rijeka	170	1 hr 30 min	Via A6/A1 motorways
Plitvice Lakes NP	135	1 hr 30 min	Via A1 to Karlovac, then D1
Zadar	280	2 hr 20 min	Via A1 motorway — toll applies
Split	410	3 hr 30 min	Via A1 motorway — toll applies
Dubrovnik	610	5 hr 30 min	Via A1 and coastal route — full-day drive

Times assume normal traffic. Peak summer (Jul–Aug) can add 15–30 min on coastal roads.

Why M.A.C.K.

Why rent a car with M.A.C.K. in Zagreb Airport

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Arrivals hall pickup at ZAG

Our desk is inside the arrivals hall at Zagreb Airport, 17 km from the city centre. Car ready when you clear customs — no shuttle, no waiting outside.

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Plitvice Lakes in 90 minutes

Zagreb Airport to Plitvice Lakes National Park is 135 km, about 90 minutes on the A1 motorway. Pick up at the airport and head straight to the park — no city detour needed.

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One-way to Split, Zadar or Dubrovnik

Pick up in Zagreb and drop off on the coast — Zadar, Split or Dubrovnik. M.A.C.K. operates all those offices. One contract, no third-party handover fees.

FAQ

Renting a car in Zagreb Airport: common questions

Where is the M.A.C.K. rental desk at Zagreb Airport? +

Our desk is in the arrivals hall at Zagreb Airport (ZAG), 17 km from Zagreb city centre. Open 08:00–20:00 daily. For flights arriving outside those hours, contact us in advance.

How far is Zagreb Airport from the city centre? +

Zagreb Airport is 17 km from Zagreb city centre, approximately 20 minutes by car via the A3 motorway. Tram and bus options exist but take 45–60 minutes including connections.

Can I drive from Zagreb Airport to Plitvice Lakes? +

Yes. Zagreb Airport to Plitvice Lakes National Park is about 135 km, roughly 90 minutes on the A1 motorway. Pick up at the airport and drive straight there — the A1 is fast and the toll is modest (approx €5). Entrance tickets for the park should be booked online in advance in peak season.

Can I pick up at Zagreb Airport and drop off in Split or Dubrovnik? +

Yes. M.A.C.K. has offices in Zagreb, Zadar, Split and Dubrovnik. One-way rentals are available between any of these locations. The fee is confirmed at booking and is lower than with companies that use third-party returns.

What car do I need for driving from Zagreb to the coast? +

The A1 motorway to Split and Zadar is well-surfaced — any category works. For off-road detours into the Dalmatian interior, Plitvice, or island tracks on Brač and Hvar, an SUV is useful. We advise at pickup based on your itinerary.

Is the A1 motorway from Zagreb to Split a toll road? +

Yes. The A1 from Zagreb to Split is a toll road throughout. Zagreb to Split one-way toll is approximately €18–22 depending on the vehicle category. Keep cash or a card handy at toll booths.

Rent a Car Zagreb Airport

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