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 3h 05m.

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 SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , 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 3h 05m.

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 SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , 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

Lufthansa
Good (7,930 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,501 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,895 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,311 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,422 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,923 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,184 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,574 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (903 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,605 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,751 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,560 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,941 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,188 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,390 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,211 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,431 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,339 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,191 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (1,003 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 £41 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £67 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)
£63+
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Rogner Hotel Tirana
5 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£133+
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Doanesia Premium Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
£58+
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Hotel Pandora Residence
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£31+
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Hotel Deluxe
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£46+
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Hiring a car in Tirana

Hiring a car in Tirana costs £24 per day, on average, or £120 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, 32% 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 Economy car hire (Kia Rio Hatchback or similar) is, on average, 74% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Tirana costs £24 per day, on average, or £120 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, 32% 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 Economy car hire (Kia Rio Hatchback or similar) is, on average, 74% 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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