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British Airways
BA 0378
→ Outbound · 27 Sep
LHR
London Heathrow
TIA
Tirana
7:05 PM
27 Sep
3h 00m
Direct
11:05 PM
27 Sep
← Return · 7 Oct
TIA
Tirana
LHR
London Heathrow
8:45 AM
7 Oct
3h 30m
Direct
11:15 AM
7 Oct
from
£153
Return · per adult
Pegasus Airlines
PC 1162
→ Outbound · 8 Nov
STN
London Stansted
TIA
Tirana
1:15 PM
8 Nov
8h 30m
10:45 PM
8 Nov
← Return · 18 Nov
TIA
Tirana
STN
London Stansted
11:05 AM
18 Nov
12h 10m
10:15 PM
18 Nov
from
£249
Return · per adult
Aegean Airlines
A3 605
→ Outbound · 20 Dec
LHR
London Heathrow
TIA
Tirana
7:00 PM
20 Dec
13h 05m
9:05 AM
21 Dec
← Return · 30 Dec
TIA
Tirana
LHR
London Heathrow
10:05 AM
30 Dec
8h 50m
5:55 PM
30 Dec
from
£309
Return · per adult
Turkish Airlines
TK 1244
→ Outbound · 31 Jan
STN
London Stansted
TIA
Tirana
5:20 PM
31 Jan
13h 40m
8:00 AM
1 Feb
← Return · 10 Feb
TIA
Tirana
STN
London Stansted
8:25 PM
10 Feb
14h 30m
9:55 AM
11 Feb
from
£286
Return · per adult
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Cheapest and average return economy fares by carrier, from our sampled live searches. Fares change constantly — tap Search to see live prices for your dates.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flights | Search |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| British Airways | £130 | £239 | Direct available | |
 ITA Airways | £208 | £242 | With stops | |
 LOT Polish Airlines | £227 | £280 | With stops | |
| Pegasus Airlines | £250 | £287 | With stops | |
| Turkish Airlines | £276 | £292 | With stops | |
| Aegean Airlines | £341 | £356 | With stops | |
 Sun Express | £390 | £390 | With stops | |
 Air France | £394 | £395 | With stops |
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Insights & trends for London to Tirana flights
Data-powered insights to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.
How much is a return flight from London to Tirana?
Return flights from London to Tirana typically cost between £175 and £265 in August, though fares move with demand, season and how early you book. The lowest fare our search found recently was £130 — a great price and well below the usual range, so a price near this is worth grabbing. Keeping your dates flexible and comparing nearby days is the easiest way to land at the cheaper end.
What is the cheapest day to fly to Tirana?
The cheapest day to depart to Tirana is usually Monday, when fares start from around £153 — midweek departures tend to be quieter and cheaper. Thursday is typically the most expensive day to fly out (around £218), as weekend travel is popular with leisure and business travellers alike. Where your plans allow, moving your outbound to a cheaper weekday can noticeably lower the total fare.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Tirana?
Flights to Tirana are generally cheapest departing in the morning, with fares from around £130. Departures in the afternoon tend to cost more (about £208), as those slots are more convenient and in higher demand. Picking an off-peak departure time is a simple way to trim the price without changing your dates.
What is the cheapest London airport to fly to Tirana from?
The cheapest return flights to Tirana depart from London Heathrow (LHR), from around £160. London has several airports serving this route and fares can vary between them — Gatwick (LGW) is often the priciest at around £292. It's worth checking which London airport is both cheapest and most convenient for you before booking.
Can I save money by flying with a stopover to Tirana?
For Tirana, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct, with fares from around £130 versus about £208 for a 1-stop itinerary. A direct flight also saves you time and the hassle of a connection, so it's usually the better all-round choice on this route. Stopovers only tend to pay off here if a particular date or airline happens to be cheaper.
Average return fare to Tirana by month
The cheapest month to fly from London to Tirana is typically November, with return economy fares from £130. Fares are usually highest in December (around £365). Figures are indicative, from sampled live fares, and change with demand.
Cheapest sampled return economy fare, London to Tirana, per month (gaps estimated). Search live for exact prices.
When to book flights from London to Tirana
Are your dates flexible? These are the ideal times to fly to Tirana based on our flight data — find the cheapest days for a 7-day trip.
Cheap flights to Tirana from across the UK
You don't have to fly from London. The cheapest UK departure for Tirana is currently London from £160. Compare return economy fares and typical flight times below — figures are indicative from sampled fares.
Indicative cheapest return economy fares by UK origin. Pick your dates in the search form above.
Weather in Tirana
Monday
Partly cloudy
34°C
31/08/2026
Tuesday
Fog
34°C
01/09/2026
Wednesday
Overcast
35°C
02/09/2026
Thursday
Overcast
34°C
03/09/2026
Friday
Mainly clear
34°C
04/09/2026
Saturday
Clear sky
34°C
05/09/2026
Sunday
Clear sky
35°C
06/09/2026
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Reviews of airlines servicing Tirana
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2,140 reviews
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8,148 reviews
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1,309 reviews
Air France
9.0WonderfulAir France gave me a really pleasant start to my trip. The airport staff were helpful, the boarding process was organized, and the cabin crew made everyone feel welcome. The whole experience felt smooth and professional.
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About flights to Tirana
Overview
Tirana is Albania's lively, colourful capital and one of Europe's best-value city breaks for UK travellers. Brightly painted tower blocks, Ottoman-era mosques, Communist bunkers turned museums and a buzzing café culture sit side by side, all ringed by mountains. With direct flights from London and Manchester taking around three hours, it makes an easy long-weekend escape, and it pairs well with the beaches of the Albanian Riviera further south.
Best time to fly to Tirana
Late spring (May and June) and early autumn (September and October) are the sweet spot: warm days of around 22-27°C, comfortable evenings and thinner crowds. July and August are hot, often above 30°C, and busy as the Albanian diaspora returns home for summer, which tends to push fares up. Winters are mild by UK standards but wetter, with the occasional cold snap. For the cheapest seats, aim for the shoulder months and use the When to book chart above to spot the dips.
Airlines and routes
Several carriers fly non-stop from the UK to Tirana. Wizz Air operates from London Luton, easyJet flies from London Gatwick and Manchester, and British Airways serves the route from London Gatwick. Direct flying time from London is roughly 3 hours; from Manchester allow about 3 hours 15 minutes. From Scotland, the North East and other regional airports you will usually connect through a hub such as Vienna, Munich or Istanbul, adding a couple of hours to the journey.
Things to do in Tirana
Compact and walkable, Tirana rewards a day or two of wandering. Highlights include:
- Skanderbeg Square: the vast pedestrian heart of the city, framed by the National History Museum and Et'hem Bey Mosque.
- Bunk'Art 1 and 2: huge Cold War bunkers turned museums that unpack Albania's isolationist Communist past.
- Dajti Ekspres cable car: a short ride up Mount Dajti for sweeping views and easy mountain walks.
- Blloku: the former party-elite quarter, now the city's best area for bars, coffee and restaurants.
- House of Leaves: a quietly chilling museum of secret surveillance set in the old secret-police building.
At Tirana International Airport (TIA)
Tirana International Airport, also known as Nënë Tereza (Mother Teresa), is the country's only major airport and sits about 17km (11 miles) north-west of the centre. The Rinas Express airport bus runs to and from the city centre roughly hourly and takes around 30-40 minutes for a few euros. Taxis wait outside arrivals and charge a broadly fixed fare of about 20-25 euros for the 25-minute run into town; agree the price before you set off.
Top tips for finding cheap flights to Tirana
- Book roughly six to ten weeks ahead for the best short-haul fares; last-minute summer seats are rarely a bargain.
- Fly midweek, ideally Tuesday or Wednesday, and avoid the Friday and Sunday peaks.
- Travel in the May-June or September-October shoulder season rather than the July-August rush.
- Compare Wizz Air, easyJet and British Airways side by side, and use the flexible-date and price charts on this page to catch the cheapest departure.
Travel essentials
UK passport holders do not need a visa for stays of up to 90 days in any 180-day period; just make sure your passport is valid for the length of your trip. The currency is the Albanian lek (ALL) — carry some cash, as smaller cafés, buses and taxis often do not take cards, though Tirana hotels and larger restaurants usually do. No special vaccinations are required, and standard travel insurance with medical cover is recommended, as Albania is outside the EU and the UK's GHIC is not valid here.
Baggage & hand-luggage allowance for flights to Tirana
Your allowance to Tirana depends on the airline and the fare you book. The table below shows typical long-haul allowances so you know roughly what to expect — always confirm the exact limits with your airline before you fly.
| Fare type | Hand baggage | Checked baggage |
|---|---|---|
| Basic / Light economy | 1 small under-seat bag | Usually none — add for a fee |
| Standard economy | 1 cabin bag + 1 personal item | Typically 1 × 23 kg |
| Premium economy | 1–2 cabin bags + personal item | Typically 2 × 23 kg |
| Business / First | 2 cabin bags + personal item | Typically 2 × 32 kg |
Indicative only. Allowances vary by airline, route and fare — always check your airline's baggage policy.
Packing & baggage tips
- Full-service carriers (e.g. British Airways, Turkish Airlines, KLM) usually include a checked bag on long-haul economy fares; basic/low-cost fares often don't.
- Cabin (hand) bag size is commonly around 56 × 45 × 25 cm — confirm your airline's limit before you pack.
- Liquids in hand luggage must be in containers of 100 ml or less, inside one clear resealable bag.
- Weigh your bags at home — airport excess-baggage fees are far higher than pre-booked allowances.
- Extra or heavier bags are almost always cheaper added online in advance than at the airport.
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