Your Flight Guide to Croatia: From the USA to the Adriatic Coast

Planning a Split–Dubrovnik sailing holiday? Here’s how U.S. travelers can fly to Croatia, which airports to use, and the best routes for a smooth trip.

Flying from the USA to Croatia: Split–Dubrovnik Sailing Guide

Planning a Croatia sailing holiday from the United States? Whether you’re joining a Split to Dubrovnik sailing trip or starting your adventure in Dubrovnik and heading north, knowing which airport to fly into can make your trip much smoother. Here’s your quick guide to getting there, starting your trip stress-free, and choosing the right return route.

Flying Into Split for a Split-to-Dubrovnik Route

If your trip begins in Split, your best choice is Split Airport (SPU)—the nearest airport to Marina Kaštela, where most Split departures start. The marina is only a 15–20 minute drive from the airport, so your transfer is quick and easy.

There are no nonstop flights from the U.S. to Split, but you can connect through major European hubs such as London (LHR), Amsterdam (AMS), Frankfurt (FRA), or Munich (MUC). Airlines like Lufthansa, Delta, United, and KLM offer smooth connections.

For the return journey, you have two great options:

• Fly home from Dubrovnik (DBV) — Ideal if your route ends there. Dubrovnik Airport is just 30 minutes from ACI Marina Dubrovnik.

• Return to Split Airport — If you booked round-trip flights into Split, take a scenic 4-hour bus ride or a short domestic flight from Dubrovnik back to Split. The coastal bus ride offers breathtaking Adriatic views and is a favorite for many travelers.

  
  

Flying Into Dubrovnik for a Dubrovnik-to-Split Route

If your sailing holiday starts in Dubrovnik, book your flight into Dubrovnik Airport (DBV). The airport is just a quick taxi ride to ACI Marina Dubrovnik.

When your trip ends in Split, you can:

• Fly home from Split (SPU) — This saves you the return trip to Dubrovnik.

• Travel back to Dubrovnik — To keep your round-trip flight simple, take a domestic flight or bus back to Dubrovnik before heading home.

  
  

Pro Tips for U.S. Travelers

• Consider Dubrovnik for round-trip flights if you want to start and end in the same city—it’s slightly more expensive but gives you an unforgettable first impression with its medieval Old Town.

• Split is more central, making it ideal if you’re planning to explore other Croatian regions before or after your sailing trip.

• Book early, especially for summer trips. Both airports can sell out quickly during peak travel season.

  
  

Whether you start in Split or Dubrovnik, flying into the right airport will set the tone for a seamless and stress-free sailing adventure.