Travelling from Tirana International Airport (TIA) to Seoul: what you need to know
The timezone in Seoul is UTC+9. The city is eight hours ahead of Tirana, where Tirana International Airport is located.
To avoid rushing for your TIA to Seoul flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Heading off during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Located around 13 kilometres from central Tirana, TIA can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport will take roughly 30 minutes.
Looking for a hotel close to TIA? If you're catching an early flight from Tirana International Airport to Seoul, these stays put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
69.86% of flights that depart Tirana International Airport reach their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tirana International Airport (TIA) to Seoul
R 5,563 is currently the best price for a one-way Tirana International Airport to Seoul flight. Return flight tickets start from R 9,056. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from TIA to Seoul. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
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Airports in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
From Incheon International Airport (ICN), central Seoul is roughly 48 kilometres away.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 1 hour 45 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Tirana International Airport to Seoul. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ICN instead:
Grab an Incheon International Airport rental car and discover Seoul and beyond with your own wheels. WECAR, Hi Rent A Car and Alamo are leading providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Incheon International Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from TIA to Seoul.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Central Seoul is around 16 kilometres from Gimpo International Airport (GMP). Step off your flight from Tirana International Airport to Seoul and then keep a lookout for any airport signs directing you to the city centre.
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so.
You'll find some comfortable places to drop your things at near GMP. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your TIA to Seoul flight at any of these perfectly located options:
GOGO Rent a Car, Gogo Rental Car Seoul and Hi Rent A Car make collecting a Gimpo International Airport rental car easy and quick. These trusted companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Get first dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from GMP one week ahead of time often means better prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Seoul
Before securing your flights from Tirana International Airport to Seoul, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Seoul offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the off-season means you'll get cheaper deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
Before locking in your Tirana International Airport to Seoul flight ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Seoul, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from TIA to Seoul around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Seoul
Once you've booked your flight from Tirana International Airport to Seoul, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Seoul:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Bukchon Hanok Village, Gyeongbokgung Palace and N Seoul Tower are attractions you won't want to skip in Seoul.
Explore more of South Korea
You've done Seoul, now it's time to explore other corners of South Korea. Travel about 322 kilometres south-east to Busan to tick off its popular sights. From Haeundae Beach to Gamcheon Culture Village and Beomeosa Temple, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If there's time to check out another corner of South Korea, consider Daegu, about 241 kilometres south-east of Seoul. Duryu Park People's Garden, E-World and Apsan Park are the start of reasons to visit.