BYG
Buffalo
United States
8,524 km
5,297 miles
ZAG
Zagreb
Croatia
Distance
8,524 km
5,297 mi / 4,603 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
America/Denver
Heading
37°
northeast

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BYG ZAG
Airport Name Johnson County Airport Zagreb Airport
IATA Code BYG ZAG
ICAO Code KBYG LDZA
City Buffalo Zagreb
Country United States Croatia
Timezone America/Denver Europe/Zagreb
Elevation 4,970 ft 353 ft
Coordinates 44.380000, -106.720000 45.740000, 16.070000

Buffalo (BYG) to Zagreb (ZAG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Johnson County Airport (BYG) in Buffalo, United States to Zagreb Airport (ZAG) in Zagreb, Croatia is 8,524 kilometers (5,297 miles / 4,603 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 37°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting United States with Croatia. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 08:05 in Buffalo, it's 16:05 in Zagreb. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,617 feet between the two airports. Zagreb Airport sits lower than Johnson County Airport.

The return flight from Zagreb (ZAG) to Buffalo (BYG) follows a heading of 322° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Johnson County Airport (BYG) and Zagreb Airport (ZAG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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