Photo: Ryanair Just one day after it announced it would add its 11th aircraft in Budapest, Ryanair has unveiled its largest-ever summer schedule for Croatia, marking a major boost for both travelers and the country’s aviation sector.
For Summer 2026, the airline intends to base nine aircraft in the European country, corresponding to a $900 million investment that will offer 4.3 million seats across 118 routes. The list includes two new connections from Dubrovnik to Budapest and Gdansk.
With over 850 weekly flights operating from seven airports, including three key bases in Dubrovnik, Zadar, and Zagreb, Ryanair is giving Croatians and visitors more options and lower fares than ever before.
Speaking from Zagreb, Ryanair’s Chief Commercial Officer, Jason McGuinness, said:
“As Europe and Croatia’s No.1 airline, Ryanair is pleased to announce our biggest-ever Croatia Summer schedule, delivering 4.3 million seats (+5% growth), operating 118 routes, including exciting new routes from Dubrovnik to Budapest and Gdansk. This record schedule is underpinned by 9 based aircraft across our 3 bases and delivers vital year-round connectivity for Croatia’s citizens and visitors, while supporting over 3,500 jobs.”
“Croatia continues to achieve strong traffic and tourism growth thanks to its competitive access, which have enabled Ryanair to expand low-fare connectivity for Croatian citizens and visitors,” McGuinness added.
To mark the announcement, Ryanair is launching a limited three-day seat sale, with fares starting at just €29.99, available exclusively through the Ryanair app. The sale gives travelers a chance to experience Croatia’s expanded network and explore the country’s destinations at some of the lowest fares in years.