Croatia Airlines marked the first commercial flight of its new Airbus A220-100 aircraft at Dubrovnik’s Ruđer Bošković Airport. The aircraft, delivered on September 30, 2025, is named after the city of Dubrovnik and operated its inaugural service on the regular domestic route from Zagreb to Dubrovnik.
At a ceremony following the flight, Slaven Žabo, Commercial Division Director at Croatia Airlines, stated: “We are delighted that the very first passengers on our newest aircraft arrived right here in Dubrovnik, and we hope they enjoyed a first-class flying experience. The Airbus A220-100 is specially adapted to the challenges of flying in demanding weather conditions, which is particularly important for flight operations at Dubrovnik Airport, where strong bora winds are common. A noteworthy detail is that this aircraft, named after Dubrovnik, the jewel of Croatia’s tourism, offers the highest number of seats of any aircraft of its type.”
Žabo also highlighted the significance of the airline’s ongoing fleet renewal project for Croatian civil aviation and its role in expanding Croatia Airlines’ flight network. He added: “Thanks to our cooperation with Dubrovnik’s Ruđer Bošković Airport, the Dubrovnik Tourist Board, and the Dubrovnik-Neretva County Tourist Board, we are extending our seasonal Dubrovnik–Rome service into the upcoming winter flight timetable, making it a year-round route. In addition, flights on the Dubrovnik–Frankfurt route will continue, ensuring that Dubrovnik remains directly connected with two major European destinations throughout the winter period.”
According to Žabo, international flights between Dubrovnik and Rome will operate twice weekly on Thursdays and Sundays, while flights between Dubrovnik and Frankfurt will be available three times a week on Tuesdays, Fridays, and Sundays.
Viktor Šober, CEO at Dubrovnik’s Ruđer Bošković Airport, commented: “We are delighted that Croatia Airlines’ newest aircraft, bearing the name Dubrovnik, has landed at Ruđer Bošković Airport. The introduction of modern aircraft such as the Airbus A220-100 enhances the travel experience for passengers, while the symbolic connection of the name further reaffirms Dubrovnik’s international importance as a globally recognised destination. We believe that this aircraft, along with the entire new fleet, will contribute to even better year-round accessibility of our city.”
From today until Sunday, October 12, 2025, Croatia Airlines is offering a 50% discount on direct international flights from Dubrovnik and other Croatian cities including Split, Zadar, Rijeka, and Osijek to its European destinations. The offer applies to travel during the 2025/2026 winter timetable (October 26, 2025 to March 28, 2026), with discounts applying to base fares only and full payment required for airport charges and other fees. Tickets can be purchased through the airline’s website and mobile app.
The airline’s fleet renewal project is described as its largest in 36 years. So far, Croatia Airlines has received six new Airbus A220-300s (149 seats each) and one Airbus A220-100 (127 seats). The project aims to be completed by 2027, resulting in a fleet of 15 new Airbus A220s—13 A220-300s and two A220-100s.
