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Flight deals from Istanbul Airport to Tirana Airport

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Istanbul Airport to Tirana Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from ر.ق.‏ 454. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Tirana.ر.ق.‏ 207 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Mar.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 9 Mar, arriving in Tirana.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 207, select.

Tirana.ر.ق.‏ 213 per passenger.Departing Thu, 26 Feb.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 26 Feb, arriving in Tirana.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 213, select.

Tirana.ر.ق.‏ 220 per passenger.Departing Wed, 22 Apr.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 22 Apr, arriving in Tirana.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 220, select.

Tirana.ر.ق.‏ 246 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Sep.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in Tirana.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 246, select.

Tirana.ر.ق.‏ 251 per passenger.Departing Sat, 3 Oct.One-way flight with Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 3 Oct, arriving in Tirana.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 251, select.

Tirana.ر.ق.‏ 293 per passenger.Departing Sat, 9 May.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 9 May, arriving in Tirana.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 293, select.

Tirana.ر.ق.‏ 306 per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Feb.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Wed, 18 Feb, arriving in Tirana.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 306, select.

Tirana.ر.ق.‏ 306 per passenger.Departing Mon, 6 Apr.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Mon, 6 Apr, arriving in Tirana.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 306, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Tirana

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Istanbul to Tirana flights are currently cheapest in March.

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Istanbul to Tirana: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Istanbul to Tirana below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Tirana.

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Istanbul to Tirana: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	ر.ق.‏ 207
Cheapest month to fly	March
Average flight time	1 hr, 44 mins
Most popular airline	Turkish Airlines
Average flights per week	14

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Finding cheap flights from Istanbul to Tirana: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Istanbul to Tirana?

The best price we found for a return flight from Istanbul to Tirana is ر.ق.‏ 454. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Istanbul to Tirana?

1 hour and 44 minutes is the average flight time from Istanbul to Tirana.

Which airlines fly direct from Istanbul to Tirana?

Turkish Airlines flies direct from Istanbul to Tirana.

How many flights are there a week from Istanbul to Tirana?

As of February 2026, there are 14 flights per week flying from Istanbul to Tirana.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Istanbul to Tirana?

The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Tirana is usually February.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Istanbul Airport to Tirana Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul Airport to Tirana Airport on Thursday, 26 February 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Istanbul Airport to Tirana Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 44 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Tirana?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Tirana but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Tirana?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Tirana is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Istanbul Airport to Tirana with?

Currently, Turkish Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Tirana.

Travelling from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Tirana International Airport (TIA): what you need to know

Around 1 hour is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Tirana International Airport.
Tirana is two hours behind Istanbul and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
Flights from IST to TIA start from 07:20 — the first with Air Albania. The last service of the day is at 23:35 with Air Albania. Overall, there are 141 weekly Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Tirana International Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your IST to TIA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
During popular months like April, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Air Albania offers direct flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Tirana International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Tirana — and maybe even more of Albania if you have time.
Air Albania has the highest passenger demand on this route.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Tirana International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between IST and TIA:
- Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport
- Franjo Tudman Airport
- Palese Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Tirana International Airport (TIA)

The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Tirana International Airport flight is ر.ق.‏ 207. A return fare right now is ر.ق.‏ 454. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap tickets from IST to TIA, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
The cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Tirana International Airport is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
Finding cheap flights from IST to TIA is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as fares go down.
Lock in the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Tirana International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.

Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

To get to Istanbul Ataturk Airport from central Istanbul, it takes around 50 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to IST? If you're catching an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Tirana International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at Tirana International Airport (TIA)

Consider staying in a hotel near TIA if you're catching a late Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Tirana International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a Tirana International Airport rental car and explore Tirana and beyond with your own wheels. Carwiz, Surprice and Localrent are popular outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Tirana International Airport about one week before your travel date.

Getting from Tirana International Airport (TIA) to central Tirana

Tirana International Airport to the centre of Tirana has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 30 minutes.

When to fly to Tirana International Airport (TIA)

It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Tirana International Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Tirana. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Tirana International Airport for August if you want to explore Tirana during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 19ºC and 32ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from IST to TIA in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 12ºC on average.

Explore more of Albania

Durrës is just one of the many places in Albania waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Tirana. Around 31 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include Lulishtja, Walking Path and Manskuri.
Around 32 kilometres south-east of Tirana, Elbasan is another favourite stop in Albania. No visit is complete without checking out Muzeu Etnografik, Altes Fabrikgelände and Stacioni i rruges Egnatia, shek.2 nga romaket.