Flying from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Tirana Airport (TIA): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Madrid Airport to Tirana Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 10 minutes.
Tirana's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Madrid.
You can choose from five weekly Madrid Airport to Tirana Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your MAD to TIA flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Flying into Tirana (and then seeing more of Albania!) is a snap with Wizz Air Malta. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Madrid Airport to Tirana Airport.
Most travellers choose to travel with Wizz Air Malta on this route.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Madrid Airport to Tirana Airport. Here are the top stopovers between MAD and TIA:
Rome Fiumicino Airport
Munich Airport
Bari Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Tirana Airport (TIA)
Currently, $32 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Madrid Airport to Tirana Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $97. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Get cheap tickets from MAD to TIA by booking at least five months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Plan your trip for October. That's the cheapest month for flights from Madrid Airport to Tirana Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across every month.
Snapping up cheap flights from MAD to TIA is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when there's a better deal.
Discover the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Madrid Airport to Tirana Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Madrid Airport (MAD)
When it comes to Madrid Airport's on-time performance, 77% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To reach Madrid Airport from central Madrid, it takes around 20 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to MAD? If you're catching an early flight from Madrid Airport to Tirana Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Tirana Airport (TIA)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Madrid Airport to Tirana Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near TIA instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Tirana Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Carwiz, Surprice or Localrent and experience more of Tirana and beyond.
Booking your ride from Tirana Airport around one week in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
When to fly to Tirana Airport (TIA)
The quietest month for a flight from Madrid Airport to Tirana Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Tirana based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Before locking in your flight from Madrid Airport to Tirana Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Tirana, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MAD to TIA in January. Average temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) then.
Explore more of Albania
Tirana has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Albania you'll want to see. About 31 kilometres west of Tirana, a trip to Durrës will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Durrës Balcony, Durres Amphitheatre and Plazhi Durrës.
Around 32 kilometres south-east of Tirana, Elbasan is another favourite stop in Albania. Start your sightseeing at Mosque Pasha, Elbasan Castle and Clock Tower Sahati.




