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
£67
1 night at 3-star hotel
Tirana in March
Estimated hotel price
£67
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.

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.

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 (1,434 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,696 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,657 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,027 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,150 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,840 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,076 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,139 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,462 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,519 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,603 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (889 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,360 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,635 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,168 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,346 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,111 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (936 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,126 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,245 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 £37 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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mk hotel tirana
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
£39+
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Best Western Premier Ark Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
£79+
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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 £17 per day, on average, or £86 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, 14% 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, 75% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Tirana costs £17 per day, on average, or £86 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, 14% 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, 75% 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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