Dubrovnik Extends Travel Window with May US Flights

The first direct flight from New York arrived on 2 May at Dubrovnik's Ruđer Bošković Airport, marking the beginning of this year's seasonal air connection. Compared to last year, the route has started three weeks earlier and will operate daily through the end of September. In October the service will continue with four weekly flights instead of ending completely as in previous years.

This change reflects logistical adjustments and planning aimed at improving connectivity between Dubrovnik and the United States. As the only Croatian airport with a direct transatlantic route, Dubrovnik now provides a longer and more continuous travel window. The flight timetable was changed because more and more people from the US keep booking trips not just in the middle of summer but also in the months just before and after.

Dubrovnik continues to be among the most visited locations along Croatia’s southern coast. The Old Town, enclosed by medieval fortifications, allows for a compact walk through layers of historical architecture and quiet courtyards. Visitors can easily stop at sites like the Rector’s Palace or the Franciscan Monastery without needing much time. Outside the historical core, many go to Banje Beach or ride the cable car to Mount Srđ for wide views over the Adriatic. Dubrovnik is small enough that you can see the main sights in just a short walk without needing a full day.

Nearby areas offer several places that can be reached easily and may interest those looking to explore beyond the city. Ston, a small medieval town with old defensive walls and salt pans, lies about an hour northwest of Dubrovnik by car. A short ferry ride away, the island of Korčula quietly waits with its winding streets and old stone houses, and some even say Marco Polo first saw the world from here.

With more flights now spread across the calendar, travelers can skip long waits at big European hubs and plan their arrival when it suits them best, even if it is not during the busy summer months. This shift in timing could also help distribute tourist numbers more evenly, easing pressure on infrastructure during traditionally crowded summer months.