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
£63
1 night at 3-star hotel
Tirana in March
Estimated hotel price
£63
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.

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.

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 (1,443 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,752 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,705 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,124 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,207 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,863 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,099 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,213 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,528 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,489 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (895 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,666 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,672 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,375 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,176 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,356 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,130 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (952 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,254 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,133 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 £36 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £60 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)
£85+
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Mondial Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
£60+
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Tirana International Hotel
4 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
£68+
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Hiring a car in Tirana

Hiring a car in Tirana costs £16 per day, on average, or £79 if you want to hire it for 5 days.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 2% cheaper than airport locations in Tirana.

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 Economy car hire (Ford Fiesta or similar) is, on average, 24% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Tirana costs £16 per day, on average, or £79 if you want to hire it for 5 days.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 2% cheaper than airport locations in Tirana.

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 Economy car hire (Ford Fiesta or similar) is, on average, 24% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Car hire agencies in Tirana

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

GREEN MOTION

GREEN MOTION

Avis

Avis
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