Flying from Almaty Airport (ALA) to Tirana International Airport (TIA): what you need to know
Tirana is five hours behind Almaty and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your ALA to TIA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Almaty Airport to Tirana International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between ALA and TIA include:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Antalya Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Almaty Airport (ALA) to Tirana International Airport (TIA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Almaty Airport to Tirana International Airport flight is R 3,803. A return plane ticket is currently R 7,847. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from ALA to TIA if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
Getting cheap flights from Almaty Airport to Tirana International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across every month and bag a great deal.
Finding cheap flights from ALA to TIA is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Almaty Airport to Tirana International Airport.
Handy information about Almaty Airport (ALA)
61.23% of flights departing from Almaty Airport arrive at their destination on time.
To get to Almaty Airport from central Almaty, it takes about 35 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Booked an early flight from Almaty Airport to Tirana International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to ALA:
Arriving at Tirana International Airport (TIA)
If you're getting in on a late Almaty Airport to Tirana International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these hotels near TIA:
Travel at your own pace with a Tirana International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Carwiz, Surprice or Localrent and see more of Tirana and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Tirana International Airport about one week in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Tirana International Airport (TIA) to central Tirana
Tirana International Airport to central Tirana has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 30 minutes.
When to fly to Tirana International Airport (TIA)
The quietest month for a flight from Almaty Airport to Tirana International Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Tirana based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Almaty Airport to Tirana International Airport for August if you'd like to explore Tirana during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Look for cheap tickets from ALA to TIA sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Albania
You've seen Tirana, now it's time to discover other corners of Albania. Journey around 31 kilometres west to Durrës to tick off its popular sights. From Lulishtja to Walking Path and Manskuri, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Elbasan is another favourite destination in Albania and is around 32 kilometres south-east of Tirana. No journey is complete without visiting Muzeu Etnografik, Altes Fabrikgelände and Stacioni i rruges Egnatia, shek.2 nga romaket.