Travelling from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Tirana Airport (TIA): what you need to know
Tirana's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Bilbao.
Your BIO to TIA flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Bilbao Airport to Tirana Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between BIO and TIA:
Rome Fiumicino Airport
Munich Airport
Stuttgart Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Tirana Airport (TIA)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Bilbao Airport to Tirana Airport flight is 32 €. A return fare is currently 62 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's a good idea to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from BIO to TIA. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Bilbao Airport to Tirana Airport across each month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from BIO to TIA.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Bilbao Airport to Tirana Airport.
Handy information about Bilbao Airport (BIO)
Bilbao Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 85% of flights that depart BIO arrive at their destination on time.
Central Bilbao to Bilbao Airport is approximately 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Bilbao Airport to Tirana Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near BIO:
Arriving at Tirana Airport (TIA)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Bilbao Airport to Tirana Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near TIA instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Tirana Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Carwiz, Surprice or Localrent and explore beyond Tirana's main sights.
Reserving your ride from Tirana Airport about one week in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
When to fly to Tirana Airport (TIA)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Bilbao Airport to Tirana Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Tirana. If you want a quieter vibe, go in March.
Lock in your flight from Bilbao Airport to Tirana Airport for August if you'd like to go to Tirana during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Search for cheap tickets from BIO to TIA around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Albania
Durrës is just one of the many cities in Albania waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Tirana. Around 31 kilometres away to the west, top sights here include Durrës Balcony, Durres Amphitheatre and Plazhi Durrës.
Around 32 kilometres south-east of Tirana, Elbasan is another favourite stop in Albania. Start your sightseeing at Mosque Pasha, Elbasan Castle and Clock Tower Sahati.