Zadar Airport (IATA: ZAD, ICAO: LDZD) is a regional international airport located approximately 8 kilometres east of Zadar, the historic coastal city on Croatia's Dalmatian coast. It serves as an important gateway for tourists visiting the northern Dalmatian islands, national parks such as Krka and Plitvice Lakes, and the surrounding region. The airport handles predominantly seasonal charter and low-cost traffic, with passenger numbers peaking significantly during the summer tourist season. It has undergone modernisation investments to improve capacity and passenger experience in recent years. Ryanair has been a significant operator at Zadar, connecting it to numerous European destinations, while other low-cost and charter carriers also operate routes, particularly during summer.