Travelling from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Tirana Airport (TIA): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Tirana Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 20 minutes.
Tirana's timezone is UTC+1, making Tirana one hour behind Helsinki.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your HEL to TIA flight.
Travelling during a peak time like September? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Finnair is your ticket to exploring Tirana (and maybe even some other great corners of Albania!). Check out the direct flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Tirana Airport offered by this carrier.
Most passengers choose to fly with Finnair on this route.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Tirana Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between HEL and TIA include:
Budapest Airport
Prague Airport
Krakow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Tirana Airport (TIA)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Tirana Airport flight is R 864. A round-trip ticket right now is R 1,842. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually best to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from HEL to TIA. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Tirana Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices throughout the month and bag a great deal.
Picking up cheap flights from HEL to TIA couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Tirana Airport.
Handy information about Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Helsinki Vantaa Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from HEL land at their destination as scheduled 84% of the time.
To get to Helsinki Vantaa Airport from central Helsinki, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Have an early flight from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Tirana Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near HEL:
Arriving at Tirana Airport (TIA)
If you're coming in on a late Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Tirana Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these options near TIA:
Grab a Tirana Airport rental car and discover Tirana and beyond with your own set of wheels. Carwiz, Surprice and Localrent are well-known companies you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Tirana Airport around one week before your departure date.
Getting from Tirana Airport (TIA) to central Tirana
Tirana Airport to central Tirana has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
It'll take around 35 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Tirana Airport (TIA)
The quietest month for a flight from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Tirana Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Tirana based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Tirana Airport for August if you want to go to Tirana during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Look for cheap tickets from HEL to TIA sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Albania
Tirana is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Albania just waiting to be explored. About 31 kilometres west of Tirana, a trip to Durrës will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Durrës Balcony, Durres Amphitheatre and Plazhi Durrës.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in Albania, consider Elbasan, roughly 32 kilometres south-east of Tirana. Mosque Pasha, Elbasan Castle and Clock Tower Sahati are among its highlights.