ZAG
Zagreb
Croatia
4,249 km
2,640 miles
ZAJ
Zaranj
Afghanistan
Distance
4,249 km
2,640 mi / 2,294 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3.5h
Europe/Zagreb
Heading
96°
east

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ZAG ZAJ
Airport Name Zagreb Airport Zaranj Airport
IATA Code ZAG ZAJ
ICAO Code LDZA OAZJ
City Zagreb Zaranj
Country Croatia Afghanistan
Timezone Europe/Zagreb Asia/Kabul
Elevation 353 ft 1,572 ft
Coordinates 45.740000, 16.070000 30.970000, 61.870000

Zagreb (ZAG) to Zaranj (ZAJ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Zagreb Airport (ZAG) in Zagreb, Croatia to Zaranj Airport (ZAJ) in Zaranj, Afghanistan is 4,249 kilometers (2,640 miles / 2,294 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying east at a heading of 96°.

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 Croatia with Afghanistan. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 19:31 in Zagreb, it's 23:01 in Zaranj. The 3.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,219 feet between the two airports. Zaranj Airport sits higher than Zagreb Airport.

The return flight from Zaranj (ZAJ) to Zagreb (ZAG) follows a heading of 306° (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 Zagreb Airport (ZAG) and Zaranj Airport (ZAJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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