Travelling from Belfast to Tirana International Airport (TIA): What you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your trip from in Belfast. Check out your options departing from Belfast International Airport (BFS) or George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) when searching for a flight from Belfast to Tirana International Airport (TIA).
Tirana International Airport is located in Tirana. The city operates on the UTC+1 timezone and is one hour ahead of Belfast.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from Belfast to TIA.
If you're flying during a major holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Belfast to TIA. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Belfast International Airport (BFS). Make a stop (and maybe make your fare cheaper) by passing through one of these airports:
Antalya Airport (AYT)
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK)
Located around 32 kilometres from the centre of Belfast, BFS can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 2 hours.
Catching an early flight from Belfast to Tirana International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near Belfast International Airport:
67.55% of flights that take off from Belfast International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Belfast to Tirana International Airport. Here's where you can connect between George Best Belfast City Airport and TIA:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
You can arrive at BHD from central Belfast in about 10 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 20 minutes to cover the 8 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Belfast to TIA flight? Relax in a hotel near George Best Belfast City Airport before your holiday officially starts. These stays are expecting you:
68.3% of flights leaving George Best Belfast City Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About Tirana International Airport (TIA)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Belfast to Tirana International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near TIA:
Pick up a Tirana International Airport rental car and discover Tirana and beyond with your own wheels. Carwiz, Surprice and Localrent are top outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle around one week ahead of your Belfast to Tirana International Airport flight.
Getting from Tirana International Airport (TIA) to central Tirana
Tirana International Airport to central Tirana is around 13 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, plan ahead to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Tirana International Airport (TIA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Belfast to Tirana International Airport is ₹ 4,050. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ₹ 8,844. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Belfast to TIA if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
Affordable Belfast to Tirana International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across each month and then pick the cheapest day.
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Save money on your flight from Belfast to Tirana International Airport by using the search filters. Choose your ideal duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Belfast to Tirana International Airport (TIA)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Belfast to Tirana International Airport (TIA). August is the busiest month to travel to Tirana. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, head there in April.
When booking your Belfast to TIA flight ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Tirana, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 32ºC.
January sees temperatures of between 0ºC and 12ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Belfast to Tirana International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Tirana
Once you've booked your flight from Belfast to Tirana International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Tirana:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be difficult to know where to begin. Dajti Mountain Hiking, Dajti Ekspres “Cable Car” and Skanderbeg Square are popular attractions which should be on any good Tirana itinerary.
Explore more of Albania
Tirana has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Albania you should also see. Around 129 kilometres south-east of Tirana, a visit to Korçë will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Korca Old Bazaar, Parku Japonez and Kisha Ungjillore e Korçës.
If you're interested in discovering another side of Albania, consider Gjirokastër, about 153 kilometres south of Tirana. Experience Gjirokastra, Gjirokastra Old Town and Girokastra are key highlights.
