Flying from Istanbul to Tirana International Airport (TIA): What you need to know
There are a couple of main airports to choose from in Istanbul. Check out your options departing from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) when booking your flight from Istanbul to Tirana International Airport (TIA).
Expect to be travelling for 1 hour 5 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct Istanbul to Tirana International Airport flight.
Tirana is two hours behind Istanbul. Tirana International Airport is located in Tirana, which runs on the UTC+1 timezone.
The busiest route is from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Tirana International Airport (TIA), with 14 direct weekly services. If you're eager to be on your way, the earliest flight from IST to TIA is the 6:20am Air Albania option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 11pm with Air Albania.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from Istanbul to TIA.
Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing space. The recommendation for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Istanbul to Tirana International Airport (TIA) operate out of this terminal.
When leaving from IST, you can catch a direct flight from Istanbul to Tirana International Airport with Air Albania.
Most passengers choose to book seats with Air Albania from IST to TIA.
Travelling from central Istanbul to IST takes around 1 hour 45 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Istanbul Ataturk Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Istanbul to Tirana International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Thinking of flying out of Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)? Direct Istanbul to Tirana International Airport (TIA) flight tickets are available from this popular hub.
Pegasus offers direct flights from Istanbul to TIA out of SAW. Book your favourite window seat and get to your destination in a single journey.
Pegasus attracts the most bookings on the SAW to TIA route.
If you're looking for a carrier with a strong punctuality record, book with Pegasus. It has an on-time performance of 83.61% for flights between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and Tirana International Airport.
You can reach SAW from central Istanbul in approximately 55 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to travel the 48 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Istanbul to TIA flight? Check in to a hotel near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport before your trip officially begins. These stays are expecting you:
76.93% of flights leaving Sabiha Gokcen International Airport meet their expected arrival time.
About Tirana International Airport (TIA)
Have a late flight from Istanbul to Tirana International Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near TIA and fast-forward to bedtime:
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Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle around one week before your Istanbul to Tirana International Airport flight.
Getting from Tirana International Airport (TIA) to central Tirana
Tirana International Airport to central Tirana is about 13 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, plan ahead to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times will vary based on the time of day and traffic conditions.
Travelling by public transport takes about 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Tirana International Airport (TIA)
Currently, $61 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Tirana International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $136. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book six months before travelling. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Istanbul to TIA.
Schedule your trip for November. That's the best month for landing cheap Istanbul to Tirana International Airport tickets. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to Tirana International Airport (TIA)
Think about the pace you're looking for when planning the timing of your trip. April is the quietest month to go to Tirana. August is when most people book flights from Istanbul to Tirana International Airport (TIA), which may be perfect if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
When booking your Istanbul to TIA flight ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Tirana, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Tirana International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF).
More about Tirana
Once you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Tirana International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring Tirana:
Dajti Mountain Hiking and Dajti Ekspres “Cable Car” are just two of the big attractions to add to your Tirana itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Skanderbeg Square.
Explore more of Albania
Tirana has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Albania waiting to be discovered. Around 129 kilometres south-east of Tirana, a visit to Korçë will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Korca Old Bazaar, Parku Japonez and Kisha Ungjillore e Korçës.
Gjirokastër is another sought-after destination in Albania and is around 153 kilometres south of Tirana. No journey is complete without seeing Experience Gjirokastra, Gjirokastra Old Town and Girokastra.