Travelling from Tirana International Airport (TIA) to Los Angeles: what you need to know
Tirana International Airport is located in Tirana. Based in the UTC-7 timezone, Los Angeles is eight hours behind Tirana.
To avoid missing your TIA to Los Angeles flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Planning to travel during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
The journey from central Tirana to TIA takes around 30 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a hotel near TIA? If you've booked an early flight from Tirana International Airport to Los Angeles, these stays will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
69.86% of flights leaving from Tirana International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tirana International Airport (TIA) to Los Angeles
ر.ق. 1,149 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Tirana International Airport to Los Angeles flight. A return ticket right now is ر.ق. 1,786. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking in advance is often the key to securing a cheap flight from TIA to Los Angeles. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
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Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles takes about 30 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 32 kilometres away.
It typically takes 55 minutes if you're using public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Tirana International Airport to Los Angeles. Stay at one of these accommodation options near LAX instead:
Grab a Los Angeles International Airport rental car and discover Los Angeles and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Hertz are top outlets you can book with here.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Los Angeles International Airport around one week ahead of your flight from TIA to Los Angeles.
LAX is located at One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
After your flight from Tirana International Airport to Los Angeles has hit the tarmac, you can make your way to the city centre in about 35 minutes by car. Central Los Angeles is roughly 32 kilometres from Van Nuys Airport (VNY).
You can expect the journey to take roughly 1 hour 40 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel near VNY. Here are a few options where you can check in after your TIA to Los Angeles flight:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Van Nuys Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Budget, Dollar or Hertz and get going in the blink of an eye.
Typically, the earlier you book, the better the deals and selection of vehicles. Lock in your ride from VNY as soon as your plans are confirmed.
Best time to go to Los Angeles
Travel to Los Angeles during peak season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Tirana International Airport to Los Angeles during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
The warmest month in Los Angeles is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC and 32ºC. Book your Tirana International Airport to Los Angeles flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from TIA to Los Angeles in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC and 26ºC on average.
More about Los Angeles
After booking your flight from Tirana International Airport to Los Angeles, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Los Angeles:
The Broad and Griffith Observatory are just the start of the leading attractions to put on your Los Angeles travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.
Explore more of United States
You've seen Los Angeles, now it's time to explore more of United States. Travel around 177 kilometres south-east to San Diego to check off its must-visit sights. From San Diego Zoo to USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're eager to discover another corner of United States, head for San Jose, roughly 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles. Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art are among its highlights.
