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
£65
1 night at 3-star hotel
Tirana in March
Estimated hotel price
£65
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 14 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Tirana from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 2h 50m.

Car

Another option to get to Tirana is to pick up a car hire from Sarandë, which is about 162 km from Tirana. You’ll find branches of Alamo and City Rent a Car, among others, in Sarandë.

Bus

Tirana’s bus station is located 1.6 km from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Tirana, you’ll arrive at Tirana Rinas (TIA), which is located 14 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Tirana from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 2h 50m.

Car

Another option to get to Tirana is to pick up a car hire from Sarandë, which is about 162 km from Tirana. You’ll find branches of Alamo and City Rent a Car, among others, in Sarandë.

Bus

Tirana’s bus station is located 1.6 km from the city centre.

Airports near Tirana

TIATirana Rinas
KFZKukës Intl

Airlines serving Tirana

KLM
Good (1,452 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,781 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,737 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,191 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,212 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,872 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,114 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,284 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,532 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,516 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (896 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,681 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,715 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,179 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,394 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,362 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,141 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (958 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,270 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,148 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 £38 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)
£89+
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Hotel Pandora Residence
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£32+
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Hiring a car in Tirana

Hiring a car in Tirana costs £15 per day, on average, or £77 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, 6% more expensive than at Tirana Rinas.

Economy (Citroen C3 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Tirana, while also 76% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Tirana costs £15 per day, on average, or £77 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, 6% more expensive than at Tirana Rinas.

Economy (Citroen C3 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Tirana, while also 76% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car hire deals in Tirana

Intermediate SUV

5 adults, 3 Bags

£13/day

Intermediate SUV

Passenger van

4 adults, 2 Bags

£24/day

Passenger van
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