Travelling from Tirana International Airport (TIA) to Skopje International Airport (SKP): what you need to know
Tirana and Skopje are in the UTC+1 timezone. That means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your TIA to SKP flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Flying during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tirana International Airport (TIA) to Skopje International Airport (SKP)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Tirana International Airport to Skopje International Airport flight is R 740. A round-trip fare is currently R 1,617. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap tickets from TIA to SKP, book early. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Tirana International Airport to Skopje International Airport across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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Handy information about Tirana International Airport (TIA)
Of all flights departing from Tirana International Airport, 69.86% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To get to Tirana International Airport from central Tirana, it takes around 25 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport typically takes 30 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to TIA? If you've booked an early flight from Tirana International Airport to Skopje International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Skopje International Airport (SKP)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Tirana International Airport to Skopje International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SKP instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Skopje International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from 387rentacar, Avant Car or Carwiz and explore beyond Skopje's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Skopje International Airport around three weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Skopje International Airport (SKP) to central Skopje
From Skopje International Airport, Skopje is approximately 24 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It'll take around 1 hour 5 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Skopje International Airport (SKP)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Tirana International Airport to Skopje International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Skopje. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Tirana International Airport to Skopje International Airport for August if you want to visit Skopje during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from TIA to SKP in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -8ºC (18ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
Explore more of North Macedonia
You've done Skopje, now it's time to discover more of North Macedonia. Journey around 105 kilometres south to Bitola to check off its leading attractions. From Memorial Park Beit Haim-Monastir to Od Babam Bitola Odgleduvcnica za Sarplaninci and Park Karposh Bitola, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Kumanovo is another well-known destination in North Macedonia and is around 29 kilometres north-east of Skopje. No journey is complete without experiencing MTB Road Cross Cycling Kumanovo, Pivo Park and Monument to the People's Revolution.