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 September
Estimated flight+hotel price
£41
2 travellers
Flight to Tirana
3 nights at hotel
Tirana in September
Estimated flight+hotel price
£41
2 travellers
Flight to Tirana
3 nights at 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 40m.

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 Rental24, among others, in Sarandë.

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 40m.

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 Rental24, among others, in Sarandë.

Airports near Tirana

TIATirana Rinas
KFZKukës Intl

Airlines serving Tirana

Lufthansa
Good (8,086 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,530 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,062 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,423 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,409 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,972 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,243 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,612 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,870 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (937 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,591 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,844 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,231 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,202 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,414 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,454 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,290 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,264 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,416 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (1,007 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 £45 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £74 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Tirana

Most booked hotels in Tirana

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mk hotel tirana
5 stars
Excellent (9.3, Excellent reviews)
£73+
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Rogner Hotel Tirana
5 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£143+
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Tirana International Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£82+
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Hotel Pandora Residence
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£37+
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Hiring a car in Tirana

Hiring a car in Tirana costs £22 per day, on average, or £110 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, 1% more expensive than at Tirana Rinas.

Mini (Class Mini Car or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Tirana, while also 59% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Tirana costs £22 per day, on average, or £110 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, 1% more expensive than at Tirana Rinas.

Mini (Class Mini Car or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Tirana, while also 59% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car hire deals in Tirana

Compact SUV

4 adults, 2 Bags

£17/day

Compact SUV

Intermediate SUV

5 adults, 3 Bags

£26/day

Intermediate SUV
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