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Tirana Airport, Albania: what a tourist needs to know?

Airport: Tirana International Mother Teresa/ Tirana International Airport Nënë Tereza

Address: Rr. Durresit 202, Tirana, Albania

IATA Code: IATA: TIA; ICAO: LATI

GPS coordinates: 41.419132 19.71328.

Official site: tirana-airport.com

Help: +355 4 379 063/379 064

E-Mail:info@tirana-airport.com.

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Tirana-Nene Teresa Airport in currently the only civilian airport in Albania, a republic in South Eastern Europe. It is located northwest of the capital, near the municipality of Rinas. Only 25 km separate the airport from the center of Tirana.

This is a small airport named after Mother Teresa. The airport is widely used by the Albanian companies Albawings and Air Arabia, and is owned by China Everbright Limited. The airport has one terminal.

Tirana International Airport has the distinction of being the only airport in Albania. It mainly serves European destinations. It receives just under 2 million passengers a year. The main airlines serving Tirana Airport are: Austrian Airlines, Wizzair and Germanwings.


How to get to the center of Tirana?

Mother Teresa International Airport is only about 11 kilometers northwest of Tyrants. Commuter trains and "aeroexpresses" are not provided at the Albanian airport. Thus, there are only two ways to get to the city center:

  • by rental car at Tirana airport;
  • by bus.

The airport provides everything for the comfort of passengers. For example, here you can find car rental desks. As for the bus, it runs from the airport directly to the city center. This bus is called Rinas Express. It can be boarded every day from 6:00 to 18:00 Albanian time. The bus departs from the Tirana airport bus station and reaches the city center. Passengers go directly to the building of the National Museum. Travel time ranges from 25 to 30 minutes, it all depends on the traffic jams on the road. In the city, the fare tag is the same - 250 Albanian leks. It's about 2 euros. As a rule, buses run every 30-40 minutes.

Affordable price, short travel time, and short intervals between flights are the obvious advantages of such a transfer. Those who arrive after six in the evening will have to wait until morning or rent a car at Tirana airport.

Undoubtedly, the most convenient way to get from the airport to the capital or any other city in the country is an individual transport. To rent a vehicle, you will need an international driver's license and a cash deposit. Drivers must be at least 19 years of age.

To get to the city center (National Museum) by car, you should pay attention to the following route. When leaving the airport, turn right at the junction with Rruga e Aeroportit, you will see Intermedica 16 on the left. At the roundabout, take the second exit Rruga e Aeroportit SH/60. You will pass by Epoka University, as well as a large Megatek Shopping Center. When you see the Mercedes-Benz Albania car dealership, turn left onto the exit and merge onto SH2. Passing Tirana Ring Center, at the ring, take the second exit Rruga e Durresit. Drive past Eyes of Tirana to get to Rruga Ibrahim Rugova. Then turn left at the Diondent junction to Rruga Myslym Shyri, you will see the monument on the right. Turn left at Kryqezimi i Bulevardit and at Ministria e Transportit dhe Infrastuktures turn onto Sheshi Skenderbej.

The journey will take no more than 30 minutes. Traffic is on the right side here. Local drivers are not characterized by increased aggression on the road, but they can unexpectedly surround themselves where they want or turn around in the wrong place.

How to find the car rental office at Tirana Airport?

To rent a car at Tirana Airport, you must follow the “Car Rental” signs upon arrival. At the airport, you can find several rental companies at once: Alamo, Avis, Sixt, Europcar.

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As a rule, all racks are concentrated in one place. For example, at the exit of the airport, you can see several representative offices of organizations that offer vehicle rental services at once. Travelers have the opportunity to make a reservation in advance on the official websites of the selected organization. You can also book a car at the airport itself. You can use the search form or the map if you wish to book a car rental at the Albanian airport. If you decide to book a car in advance, you will have a wide range of cars and more reasonable prices.

Good to know

Most Popular Agency

Sicily by car

Most popular car class

Standard

Average price

32 € / Day

Best price

23 € / Day

Estimated cost for 7 days rental

January
€111
February
€86
March
€143
April
€210
May
€231
June
€313
July
€399
August
€283
September
€160
October
€79
November
€71
December
€126

* Data calculated based on car bookings for the previous 2 years.

In August rental companies located in Tirana Airport rent much more cars than in the rest of the year. This month marks the smallest range of cars on offer and the highest rental prices. In such a high season, when the number of available cars is minimal, you should arrange a rental as early as possible. This will allow you to get the best rental option at the most favorable price.

The best time to rent a car in Tirana Airport is November. During this period the cost of renting a car of a compact category starts from €23, which is approximately 32% lower compared to the average price during a year.

Convertible cars in Tirana Airport are in high demand during the summer. This is not surprising. After all, a trip on such a car gives a feeling of freedom and independence, allows you to relax and forget about the problems of the world around you. Although you should be prepared for an increase in rental prices and possible problems with the range of available cars. If we talk about the price VW T-Roc - it will be from €74 per 1 day.

Rental locations in nearby cities

Nearest cities

Tirana Downtown
14 km / 8.7 miles
Durres
25.3 km / 15.7 miles
Vlora
106.9 km / 66.4 miles
Saranda
173.6 km / 107.9 miles

Average daily prices by car class

4x
2x
A/C
3x
Citroen C1
Citroen C1
€14 / Day
4x
2x
A/C
4x
Ford Fiesta
Ford Fiesta
€18 / Day
5x
3x
A/C
4x
Audi A4
Audi A4
€32 / Day
5x
4x
A/C
5x
Ford Foxus Estate
Ford Foxus Estate
€33 / Day
4x
3x
A/C
5x
BMW X1
BMW X1
€33 / Day
4x
3x
A/C
4x
BMW 5 series
BMW 5 series
€45 / Day
8x
4x
A/C
5x
Ford Tourneo
Ford Tourneo
€55 / Day
4x
2x
A/C
2x
BMW 4 Cabrio
BMW 4 Cabrio
€65 / Day

We have a large selection of different car models in our fleet in Tirana Airport. You can rent convertibles, sedans, SUVs or minivans. You can easily select a car to your budget through a convenient online booking system.

You can choose a car of any required category. The following classes are in particular demand among customers:

  • Cabriolet;
  • Business Class;
  • SUV;
  • Minivan.

Also available other models and you can rent them in Tirana Airport at a convenient time and on favorable terms.

In recent years in Tirana Airport the demand for electric rental cars has been growing steadily. Their popularity is due to the presence of numerous free parking lots and recharging stations. You will be able to rent Tesla Model X in Tirana Airport by selecting start and end dates of the rental in the search filter.

List of required documents

Driving license
Credit card
Voucher
Passport
Attention!

A valid international driver's license is required!

Tirana Airport car rental tips

Download Google maps offline

Before the trip, we recommend that you download the necessary maps to the Google Maps application on your smartphone. This will allow you to build travel routes and use offline navigation on the ground. Thus, you can significantly save on Internet roaming charges, as well as on the "Navigator" service. Downloading the map is easy. You should select the required area, set the desired scale and enter "ok maps" in the search field.

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Book a car 6 weeks in advance

Tirana Airport is now in ever-increasing demand, which affects the high demand for car rental. By booking online, you can avoid any unpleasant surprises after you arrive at your destination. Both with the car itself and with its rent.

It is better to book a car at least one and a half months before the trip. As the required date approaches, the number of available offers is reduced, and the cost of the remaining models increases. If plans change and the trip is postponed, then you can cancel the rental without any sanctions 2 days before it starts.

Which car to choose for rent

Tourists who expect to drive only around the city and its immediate surroundings prefer to rent compact cars, Citroen C1 or Opel Astra. For trips to the mountains, you need a car with increased power. You should go on such a trip with a full tank, as fuel consumption in the mountains increases one and a half to two times. An all-wheel drive crossover would be the ideal car for this. Renting Fiat Tipo Estate in Tirana Airport will cost €37 per day.

What you need to pay attention to at the time of receiving a car

Before picking up, you are required to carefully inspect the car and point out to the rental company manager for scratches, damage and defects, such as dirty seat upholstery. You should check the ignition and the fuel level in the tank. You need to know the conditions for returning the car - where exactly, with what amount of fuel to return the car.

The rental agreement must include a telephone number to contact the rental company. It is designed so that customers can get help in emergency situations, such as when a car breaks down or in the event of an accident. A call to the rental company should be done first, even before the arrival of the police.

Insurance recommendations

When you pick up your rental car, you need to take it seriously. This is especially true if you do not intend to purchase additional insurance. You should carefully inspect the received car and fix all scratches, dents, and other defects in the contract. It is also recommended to take a picture of the existing damage to the car, its number, write down the name of the rental company employee.

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What types of insurance are available for car rental?

  • Third Party Liability (TPL). This is a third party liability protection. If you are the culprit of an accident, the insurance will compensate for the costs of the victims for you.
  • Collision Damage Waiver (CDW). This is to protect your vehicle from any damage. She works with a franchise. This is the amount that you will have to pay in case of damage in any case. The company will cover anything over the limit. The insurance does not cover theft.
  • Theft Waiver (T.W.). This is car theft protection. Operates with a franchise.
  • Personal Accident Insurance (PAI). This is medical insurance for the driver and passengers.
Check out the fuel policy

When renting a car, you should pay attention to the fuel policy of rental companies. Often, when renting, tourists have to pay the cost of a full tank of fuel. This option is suitable for long-term rentals and long trips. But if you're only renting Tirana Lufthavn for a day or two, or if you're only planning short trips, such as to a small island, then you probably won't need a full tank. You can get acquainted with the fuel policy in the "Important information" section of the car you have chosen.

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Unlimited mileage

Before renting a car, you should check with the rental company if there is a limit on the daily mileage for a car. Typically, tourists use a rental car to travel not only around the city, but also to travel to neighboring cities and even countries. If such a restriction exists, it is recommended to choose a rental option where there is no limit. In this case, the total cost of mileage will be lower, since you will not have to pay extra for exceeding the mileage. On our site, in the search results, check the filter "Unlimited mileage" to see the offers you need.

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Compare conditions of different rental companies

When choosing a rental car in Tirana Airport, you should carefully read all the terms of the rental. This is due to the fact that different companies may differ not only in rental prices, but also in conditions for limiting mileage, the cost of additional services, and the amount of the deposit. To compare rental conditions, it is convenient to use the search and booking system on our website.

Which rental company to choose

When renting a car in Tirana Airport, you should carefully read all the conditions offered by the rental company. Depending on the specific company, they may differ in mileage, insurance coverage, deposit amount, accompanying services and their cost. You should choose proven and reliable companies that offer new cars and stand out due to the well-thought-out organization of work with customers. Additionally, you can study the rating of distributors, which is also available on our website.

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If we talk about the best companies in Tirana Airport, then it is worth highlighting SIXT with a rating 9 and GREEN MOTION, the average rating of which is 9 points.

Car pick-up procedure

Getting a rented car in Tirana Airport is as follows: You show the manager a voucher, as well as the necessary documents - a passport and an international driver's license. The manager draws up a lease agreement, after which the agreed amount of the security deposit will be blocked on your bank card. Before receiving the car, it is necessary to inspect it, fix the existing damage and inform the manager about them.

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