Travelling from Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG) to Tirana International Airport (TIA): what you need to know
Tirana's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Tirana one hour behind Thessaloniki.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your SKG to TIA flight.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Thessaloniki International Airport to Tirana International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Top stopovers between SKG and TIA include:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Guglielmo Marconi Airport
Orio al Serio International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG) to Tirana International Airport (TIA)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Thessaloniki International Airport to Tirana International Airport flight is P3,075. A round-trip plane ticket right now is P7,991. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from SKG to TIA. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your flight from Thessaloniki International Airport to Tirana International Airport.
Picking up cheap flights from SKG to TIA is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when fares go down.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Thessaloniki International Airport to Tirana International Airport.
Handy information about Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG)
79.57% of flights that take off from Thessaloniki International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
To get to Thessaloniki International Airport from central Thessaloniki, it'll take about 25 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 5 minutes when using public transport.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near SKG. Whether you've booked an early flight from Thessaloniki International Airport to Tirana International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Tirana International Airport (TIA)
Reserve a hotel close to TIA if you have a late Thessaloniki International Airport to Tirana International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Grab a Tirana International Airport rental car and discover Tirana and beyond with your own set of wheels. Carwiz, Surprice and Localrent are top providers you can book with here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Tirana International Airport around one week ahead.
Getting from Tirana International Airport (TIA) to central Tirana
Tirana International Airport to central Tirana has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Tirana International Airport (TIA)
The quietest month for a flight from Thessaloniki International Airport to Tirana International Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Tirana based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from Thessaloniki International Airport to Tirana International Airport for August if you'd like to explore Tirana during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SKG to TIA around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Albania
You've done Tirana, now it's time to explore other parts of Albania. Travel around 31 kilometres west to Durrës to check off its top sights. From Lulishtja to Walking Path and Manskuri, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Elbasan is another must-experience destination in Albania and is around 32 kilometres south-east of Tirana. No trip is complete without experiencing Muzeu Etnografik, Altes Fabrikgelände and Stacioni i rruges Egnatia, shek.2 nga romaket.