Traveling from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Tirana International Airport (TIA): what you need to know
On average, direct flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Tirana International Airport take 2 hours 34 minutes. Tirana and Barcelona are in the same timezone (UTC+1), meaning you won't have to adjust your watch when you arrive.
Every week, there are 13 flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Tirana International Airport. The first departure from BCN to TIA is at 09:55 and the last is at 23:25.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
If you'd like to break up your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Tirana International Airport, think about adding a stopover. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to find a destination that appeals to you. Popular stopovers on the BCN - TIA route include:
Guglielmo Marconi Airport
Orio al Serio International Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Before getting your cheap ticket from BCN to TIA, check whether you need a visa to enter Albania. Visa and travel document requirements may differ and are updated frequently. For the latest information, get in touch with the nearest embassy or consulate of the country you're flying to.
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Tirana International Airport (TIA)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Tirana International Airport is $29. The cheapest price for a return flight is $56. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
To secure cheap tickets from BCN to TIA, book your trip 2 months before the departure date.
Organize your trip for October. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Tirana International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across each month.
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Handy information about Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Located around 18 kilometers from the center of Barcelona, Barcelona-El Prat Airport can be reached in approximately 24 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey by public transport is roughly 33 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Tirana International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near BCN:
Arriving at Tirana International Airport (TIA)
Consider booking a hotel close to TIA if you're catching a late flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Tirana International Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Tirana International Airport (TIA) to central Tirana
From Tirana International Airport, Tirana is approximately 18 kilometers away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the center driving.
Getting there by public transport typically takes 30 minutes.
When to fly to Tirana International Airport (TIA)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Tirana International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Tirana. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Tirana International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Tirana, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC to 32ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC and 12ºC. Search for cheap tickets from BCN to TIA sometime around then if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
More about Tirana
Once you've booked your flights from BCN to TIA, you'll need to find somewhere to stay in Tirana. Make one of these options your base for exploring this exciting city:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Skanderbeg Square, Dajti Mountain Hiking and Mount Dajti are attractions you won't want to skip in Tirana.
Complete your Tirana trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Tirana International Airport, check out our low prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to get the best car rental price for your Tirana getaway.