Flying from Seattle to Tirana Nene Tereza International Airport (TIA): What you need to know
Tirana Nene Tereza International Airport is located in Tirana. The city is in the UTC+1 timezone and is nine hours ahead of Seattle.
To ensure you catch your flight from Seattle to TIA, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
If you're flying during a peak month like July, arrive at the terminal even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Check-in and security lines are longer during peak periods like Thanksgiving and Christmas.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Seattle to TIA. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Break up the journey at one of these popular options:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Located around 23 kilometres from the centre of Seattle, SEA can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Seattle to Tirana Nene Tereza International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, making delays less likely. Departures from SEA arrive at their destination as scheduled 80% of the time.
Seattle Paine Field International Airport (PAE)
PAE is about 40 kilometres from central Seattle. It takes 40 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
Got an early start? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Seattle Paine Field International Airport the day before your Seattle to TIA flight:
Flights from Seattle Paine Field International Airport have a track record for punctuality, with 80% of them touching down within the expected time frame.
About Tirana Nene Tereza International Airport (TIA)
Have a late flight from Seattle to Tirana Nene Tereza International Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Check in to one of these hotels near TIA and hit the lights earlier:
Booking your ride around one week ahead of your Seattle to Tirana Nene Tereza International Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Tirana Nene Tereza International Airport (TIA) to central Tirana
Tirana Nene Tereza International Airport is about 13 kilometres from central Tirana. The time it takes to get to the centre by taxi or car hire depends on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
It takes around 35 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Tirana Nene Tereza International Airport (TIA)
At the moment, R 4,097 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Tirana Nene Tereza International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 10,515. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Seattle to TIA. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
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The best time to fly from Seattle to Tirana Nene Tereza International Airport (TIA)
August is the most popular month for flights from Seattle to Tirana Nene Tereza International Airport (TIA). Visit Tirana in February for a more laid-back experience.
When booking your Seattle to TIA plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Tirana, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Seattle to Tirana Nene Tereza International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF).
More about Tirana
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Tirana right here. Explore these hotels after you've booked your flight from Seattle to Tirana Nene Tereza International Airport:
You'll find plenty of exciting things to do in Tirana when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Make your way to Dajti Ekspres “Cable Car” followed by Skanderbeg Square and Parku Kombëtar i Dajtit / Dajti National Park.
Explore more of Albania
Tirana has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Albania you should also see. About 129 kilometres southeast of Tirana, a trip to Korçë will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Korca Old Bazaar, Xhamia e madhe e Korçës and Archaeology Museum of Korce.
Around 153 kilometres south of Tirana, Gjirokastër is another favourite stop in Albania. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Experience Gjirokastra, Castle of Gjirokastra and Gjirokastër Museum.
