Croatia Airlines introduce special ‘Flavours of Zagreb’ in-flight offer for Advent

(Photo: TZGZ)

Croatia Airlines and the Zagreb Tourist Board have announced the continuation of their long-standing partnership, joining forces once again to promote Zagreb’s celebrated Advent season, which will run from 29 November 2025 to 7 January 2026.

Advent in Zagreb remains one of the city’s biggest draws, combining rich cultural and entertainment programmes with a warm festive atmosphere that attracts visitors from around the world.

Many arrive on Croatia Airlines flights, making the national carrier a key partner in the event’s international visibility.

Advent in Zagreb (Photo: Julien Duval/Zagreb Tourist Board)

‘Flavours of Zagreb’ take off on board

To mark the Advent period, Croatia Airlines will introduce a special Flavours of Zagreb in-flight offer from 1 December 2025 to 31 March 2026.

Inspired by the city’s culinary heritage, the concept blends traditional continental flavours with modern touches, giving travellers a taste of Zagreb before they even land.

The offer includes:

• International flights over one hour (Business Class):
A large Zagrebački zalogaj snack box featuring dry cured pork, pumpkin-seed crackers, apple-horseradish dip, walnut biscuits, and traditional orahnjača.

• Domestic and international flights under one hour (Business Class):
A smaller Zagrebački zalogaj box with dry cured pork, pumpkin-seed crackers, and walnut biscuits.

• International flights over one hour (Economy Class):
Pumpkin-seed crackers.

Strong winter connectivity

During the winter timetable, running until the end of March 2026, Croatia Airlines will link Zagreb with sixteen international destinations: Amsterdam, Barcelona, Vienna, Berlin, Brussels, Frankfurt, Copenhagen, London Heathrow, Mostar, Munich, Paris, Rome (via Split), Sarajevo, Skopje, Stockholm and Zurich.

(Photo credit: Croatia Airlines/J. Škof)

Croatia Airlines CEO Jasmin Bajić highlighted that membership in the Star Alliance network enables Zagreb to be connected to more than 300 global destinations.

Domestically, the capital maintains direct links with Split, Dubrovnik, Pula and Zadar.

Bajić also noted that the company’s largest-ever fleet renewal has improved passenger comfort and modernised operations, strengthening year-round connectivity and supporting tourism, particularly noticeable during the popular Advent season.

Martina Bienenfeld, Director of the Zagreb Tourist Board, expressed satisfaction with the continued cooperation:

“We are pleased to carry on our successful partnership with Croatia Airlines in promoting Advent in Zagreb, a period that brings increased interest from domestic and international guests. The Flavours of Zagreb concept offers a high-quality interpretation of our culinary tradition and provides travellers with an authentic experience of Zagreb already during their flight.”