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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Zagreb to Tirana flights are currently cheapest in October.

Direct flights from Zagreb to Tirana

Zagreb to Tirana: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Zagreb to Tirana below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Tirana.

Zagreb to Tirana: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 778
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time1 hr, 20 mins
Most popular airlineCroatia Airlines
Average flights per week3

Finding cheap flights from Zagreb to Tirana: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Zagreb to Tirana is R 1,802. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 20 minutes is the average flight time from Zagreb to Tirana.
Croatia Airlines flies direct from Zagreb to Tirana.
As of September 2025, there are 3 flights per week flying from Zagreb to Tirana.
The cheapest month to fly from Zagreb to Tirana is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Zagreb Airport to Tirana Airport on Monday, 13 October 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 20 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Tirana but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Tirana is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Ryanair and Croatia Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Tirana.

Flying from Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) to Tirana International Airport (TIA): what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Tirana International Airport is 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • Zagreb and Tirana are both in the UTC+1 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.

  • To ensure you catch your ZAG to TIA flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • Flying during a peak time like August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Croatia Airlines is your gateway to discovering Tirana (and perhaps some other exciting parts of Albania!). Check out the direct flights from Franjo Tudman Airport to Tirana International Airport offered by this carrier.

  • The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Croatia Airlines.

How to find the cheapest flights from Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) to Tirana International Airport (TIA)

  • R 778 is currently the best price for a one-way Franjo Tudman Airport to Tirana International Airport flight. Return flights start at R 1,802. These prices may change based on availability.

  • Get cheap tickets from ZAG to TIA by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Franjo Tudman Airport to Tirana International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.

  • Getting your hands on cheap flights from ZAG to TIA is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a new deal comes up.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Franjo Tudman Airport to Tirana International Airport.

Handy information about Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)

  • 67.18% of flights taking off from Franjo Tudman Airport touch down at their destination on time.

  • To get to Franjo Tudman Airport from central Zagreb, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • The trip when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour.

  • Have an early flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Tirana International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to ZAG:

Arriving at Tirana International Airport (TIA)

  • If you're getting in on a late Franjo Tudman Airport to Tirana International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near TIA:

  • Grab a Tirana International Airport rental car and discover Tirana and beyond with your own set of wheels. Carwiz, Surprice and Localrent are popular providers you can book with here.

  • For the best deal, reserve your ride from Tirana International Airport around one week before you set off.

Getting from Tirana International Airport (TIA) to central Tirana

  • Tirana International Airport is roughly 18 kilometres from central Tirana. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.

  • Getting to the centre by public transport typically takes 30 minutes.

When to fly to Tirana International Airport (TIA)

  • It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Tirana International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Tirana. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.

  • The warmest month in Tirana is August, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Franjo Tudman Airport to Tirana International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.

  • Search for cheap tickets from ZAG to TIA in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) on average.

Explore more of Albania

  • Tirana has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Albania you should also see. About 31 kilometres west of Tirana, a trip to Durrës will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Lulishtja, Walking Path and Manskuri.

  • If you want to check out another major destination in Albania, head for Elbasan, about 32 kilometres south-east of Tirana. Muzeu Etnografik, Altes Fabrikgelände and Stacioni i rruges Egnatia, shek.2 nga romaket are the start of reasons to visit.

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