The flight distance from Ilopango International Airport (ILS) in San Salvador, El Salvador to Zagreb Airport (ZAG) in Zagreb, Croatia is 10,059 kilometers (6,250 miles / 5,431 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northeast at a heading of 42°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting El Salvador 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 16:15 in San Salvador, it's 00:15 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 1,668 feet between the two airports. Zagreb Airport sits lower than Ilopango International Airport.

The return flight from Zagreb (ZAG) to San Salvador (ILS) follows a heading of 290° (west 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 Ilopango International Airport (ILS) and Zagreb Airport (ZAG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.