Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Tirana travel guide

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You're Going to Love Tirana

With 374,801 inhabitants, Tirana is the most populous city in Albania. It is the most popular tourist destination in the country. We recommend you stay at least 5 days in order to fully appreciate everything Tirana has to offer.

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When to visit Tirana

Tirana in March
Estimated hotel price
£64
1 night at 3-star hotel
Tirana in March
Estimated hotel price
£64
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Tirana

Plane

When flying to Tirana, you’ll arrive at Tirana Rinas (TIA), which is located 9 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Tirana from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 2h 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Tirana is to pick up a car hire from Sarandë, which is about 101 miles from Tirana. You’ll find branches of Alamo and Ecorent, among others, in Sarandë.

Bus

Tirana’s bus station is located 1.0 mile from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Tirana, you’ll arrive at Tirana Rinas (TIA), which is located 9 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Tirana from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 2h 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Tirana is to pick up a car hire from Sarandë, which is about 101 miles from Tirana. You’ll find branches of Alamo and Ecorent, among others, in Sarandë.

Bus

Tirana’s bus station is located 1.0 mile from the city centre.

Airports near Tirana

TIATirana Rinas
KFZKukës Intl

Airlines serving Tirana

KLM
Good (1,467 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,833 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,779 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,270 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,249 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,889 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,135 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,405 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,543 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,539 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (901 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,705 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,790 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,424 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,183 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,370 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,163 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (965 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,159 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,287 reviews)
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Where to stay in Tirana

From 5-star hotels such as the Rogner Hotel Tirana to great affordable options like the Sibb Hotel, Tirana offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around £39 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £63 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Tirana

Most booked hotels in Tirana

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Best Western Premier Ark Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
£91+
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Hotel Pandora Residence
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£31+
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Vh Eurostar Tirana Hotel Congress & Spa
4 stars
Good (6.9, Good reviews)
£35+
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Hiring a car in Tirana

Hiring a car in Tirana costs £21 per day, on average, or £104 if you want to hire it for 5 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 26% more expensive than at Tirana Rinas.

The most frequently booked car type in Tirana is Compact (Skoda Fabia or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Class Mini Car or similar) is, on average, 65% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Tirana costs £21 per day, on average, or £104 if you want to hire it for 5 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 26% more expensive than at Tirana Rinas.

The most frequently booked car type in Tirana is Compact (Skoda Fabia or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Class Mini Car or similar) is, on average, 65% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Best car hire deals in Tirana

Compact

4 adults, 2 Bags

£4/day

Compact
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