How to find cheap flights to Albania
Leave from Hamad International when booking your flight to Albania for the most affordable start to your trip.
Then arrive at Tirana to get even more value from your fare.
Keep the month of September free. It's often the cheapest time to visit Albania.
For a round trip, the lowest price right now is ر.ق. 1,252. One-way fares are available from ر.ق. 613.
Flexible on where you land? Add your departure point, then enter 'Albania' in the 'To' field. You'll get a list of destinations and the option to sort them by 'Cheapest flights.'
If you already know your destination city, select 'Add nearby airports.' This lets you compare prices for nearby airports and potentially lower your costs.
Save yourself the effort of checking fares every day by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or a notification through the app when prices go down.
Book in advance. You're more likely to find a bargain and a wider range of departure options.
The best time to go to Albania
To find the month or even day with the cheapest flights, use the 'Whole month' tool. If your travel dates are flexible, search for the green prices on the calendar — they show you the lowest fares available that month.
Plan your visit for August if you prefer to be there when it's busy. This is the most popular month for flights, but also when fares are usually more expensive.
The quietest time to travel is February. Lock in your plane tickets to Albania then and enjoy sightseeing at a slower pace.
Think about how you like to travel and let the weather be your guide. August is one of the warmest months in Albania, with average highs of 31ºC.
Plan your trip for sometime around January if you prefer to be there when it's cooler. The average lows then are 0ºC.
You can expect more rain in May, while July is usually drier.
Depending on where and when you go, also factor in weather risks like winter storm season and periods of extreme heat.
Getting to Albania
Tirana Nene Tereza International Airport (TIA) in Tirana will be where you touch down when you book flights to Albania.
These airlines are the biggest players flying into this destination, based on approximate monthly flight figures:
Wizz Air Malta — 1,300
Ryanair — 640
Air Albania — 190
Many flights to Albania pass through major international hubs like Rome, Vienna and Frankfurt. Any stops you have will depend on where you take off from and the airline.
Places to visit in Albania
Tirana
If you had to choose just one place, this city in Tirana District would be a strong contender. With a population of roughly 370,000, it crams in more highlights than you can cover in one visit.
Well-known stops include Dajti Ekspres “Cable Car”, Skanderbeg Square and Resurrection of Christ Orthodox Cathedral.
You'll find some excellent flight deals to Albania touching down at Tirana Nene Tereza International Airport (TIA), Tirana's main airport.
Ready to find the right place to stay? Browse the full lineup of hotels in Tirana.
Durrës
This Durrës County city of around 120,000 has a charm all of its own.
Durrës Balcony, Durres Amphitheatre and Plazhi Durrës offer a solid introduction to the highlights.
That same magic that powers our flight search can also help you find the best room rates online. Use it to compare prices and availability across hotels in Durrës.
Elbasan
Curious about other places to visit in Albania? This city of about 100,000 people in Elbasan County is waiting to be explored.
Mosque Pasha, Elbasan Castle and Clock Tower Sahati are major sights to cross off while you're here.
Whether you prefer something simple or sophisticated, hotels in Elbasan offer options for every type of trip.
Good to know
Make sure you're across the entry rules before you go. Rules can vary depending on your passport, length of stay and reason for travel. Always check with reliable sources like embassy websites or your airline.
Finding an ATM (automatic teller machine) is unlikely to be an issue. They are common in cities of all sizes and busy tourist areas.
Tipping is generally not expected in Albania. However, if the service goes above and beyond, a small extra is always appreciated.
Wi-Fi availability is low and not something you can count on. You may be able to connect in some larger hotels or certain locations, but access isn't consistent as you move around.
Tirana is the capital of Albania, which has a population of roughly 2.7 million.
Time is consistent across this destination, with just one standard time zone operating on UTC+1.
Albania is part of the Southern Europe subregion of Europe.
The Gjirokastër National Folk Festival, the Korca Beer Festival and the Tirana International Film Festival are some of the headline events here. Consider booking your flight to Albania around moments like these for a travel experience you won't find elsewhere.
Complete your trip with hotels and a car hire
A cheap ticket to Albania gets you there. Your next move is planning the stay. Discover great prices and exclusive rates for hotels in Albania. To travel when and where you want, also check out the range of car hire options in Albania.
