Flying from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Tirana International Airport (TIA): what you need to know
Tirana's timezone is UTC+1, making Tirana five hours ahead of Philadelphia.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your PHL to TIA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Philadelphia International Airport to Tirana International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Stopovers between PHL and TIA include:
London Heathrow Airport
Zurich Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Tirana International Airport (TIA)
R 5,434 is the lowest price for a one-way Philadelphia International Airport to Tirana International Airport flight. Return flights start from R 11,266. These prices may change based on availability.
To score cheap tickets from PHL to TIA, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Tirana International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares throughout the month and land a great deal.
Snapping up cheap flights from PHL to TIA is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as fares go down.
Lock in the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Tirana International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
PHL is located at Industrial Highway and Island Road.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Philadelphia International Airport, 78.93% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Philadelphia International Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Philadelphia. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Tirana International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to PHL:
Arriving at Tirana International Airport (TIA)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Philadelphia International Airport to Tirana International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near TIA instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Tirana International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Carwiz, Surprice or Localrent and venture far and wide through Tirana and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Tirana International Airport about one week ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Tirana International Airport (TIA) to central Tirana
Tirana International Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from central Tirana. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 30 minutes.
When to fly to Tirana International Airport (TIA)
The quietest month for a flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Tirana International Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Tirana based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When booking your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Tirana International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Tirana, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from PHL to TIA in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) on average.
Explore more of Albania
You've visited Tirana, now it's time to discover other parts of Albania. Journey about 31 kilometres west to Durrës to check off its must-visit sights. From Lulishtja to Walking Path and Manskuri, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 32 kilometres south-east of Tirana, Elbasan is another essential stop in Albania. No visit is complete without checking out Muzeu Etnografik, Altes Fabrikgelände and Stacioni i rruges Egnatia, shek.2 nga romaket.
