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 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Tirana has to offer.

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When to visit Tirana

Tirana in November
Estimated hotel price
£46
1 night at 3-star hotel
Tirana in November
Estimated hotel price
£46
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 3h 05m.

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 SURPRICE CAR RENTAL and AbbyCar Car Rentals, 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 3h 05m.

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 SURPRICE CAR RENTAL and AbbyCar Car Rentals, 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

Lufthansa
Good (7,409 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,386 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,367 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,960 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,737 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,965 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,925 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,926 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,468 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,339 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (850 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,157 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,486 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,117 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,251 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,977 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (862 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,159 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,037 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,822 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 £40 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £62 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Tirana

Most booked hotels in Tirana

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Rogner Hotel Tirana
5 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£125+
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Doanesia Premium Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£61+
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Hotel Green
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£29+
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Hiring a car in Tirana

Hiring a car in Tirana costs £26 per day, on average, or £105 if you want to hire it for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 11% more expensive than at Tirana Rinas.

The most frequently booked car type in Tirana is Economy (Fiat Panda or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Class Compact SUV or similar) is, on average, 58% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Tirana costs £26 per day, on average, or £105 if you want to hire it for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 11% more expensive than at Tirana Rinas.

The most frequently booked car type in Tirana is Economy (Fiat Panda or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Class Compact SUV or similar) is, on average, 58% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Best car hire deals in Tirana

Intermediate SUV

5 adults, 3 Bags

£24/day

Intermediate SUV
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