Flying from Tbilisi Airport (TBS) to Tirana Airport (TIA): what you need to know
The timezone in Tirana is UTC+1, which is three hours behind Tbilisi.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your TBS to TIA flight.
Flying during a peak time such as August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tbilisi Airport (TBS) to Tirana Airport (TIA)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Tbilisi Airport to Tirana Airport flight is R 1,733. A round-trip plane ticket is currently R 3,674. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from TBS to TIA. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from Tbilisi Airport to Tirana Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from TBS to TIA by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Discover the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Tbilisi Airport to Tirana Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Tbilisi Airport (TBS)
76% of flights that leave from Tbilisi Airport reach their destination on time.
Central Tbilisi to Tbilisi Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 40 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Tbilisi Airport to Tirana Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near TBS:
Arriving at Tirana Airport (TIA)
If you're landing on a late Tbilisi Airport to Tirana Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near TIA:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Tirana Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Carwiz, Surprice or Localrent and explore beyond Tirana's usual tourist stops.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Tirana Airport about one week before travelling.
Getting from Tirana Airport (TIA) to central Tirana
From Tirana Airport, Tirana is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
When to fly to Tirana Airport (TIA)
August is the busiest month for flights from Tbilisi Airport to Tirana Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Tirana in March.
Book your flight from Tbilisi Airport to Tirana Airport for August if you want to visit Tirana during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from TBS to TIA in January. Temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) then.
Explore more of Albania
Tirana has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Albania you'll want to see. About 31 kilometres west of Tirana, a visit to Durrës will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Durrës Balcony, Durres Amphitheatre and Plazhi Durrës.
Elbasan is another must-experience destination in Albania and is around 32 kilometres south-east of Tirana. No journey is complete without a visit to Mosque Pasha, Elbasan Castle and Clock Tower Sahati.