Flying from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Tirana International Airport (TIA): what you need to know
Tirana is eight hours ahead of Los Angeles and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to catch your LAX to TIA flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Los Angeles International Airport to Tirana International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between LAX and TIA:
Frankfurt Airport
Vienna International Airport
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Tirana International Airport (TIA)
Currently, 220 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Tirana International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 431 €. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from LAX to TIA. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Tirana International Airport across every month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
Save time searching for cheap flights from LAX to TIA by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Discover the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Tirana International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
LAX is located at One World Way.
81.05% of flights leaving Los Angeles International Airport touch down at their destination as planned. Given its reliable on-time performance, delays are unlikely when taking off from LAX.
Central Los Angeles to Los Angeles International Airport is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Expect a journey time of roughly 55 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel close to LAX? If you've booked an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Tirana International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Tirana International Airport (TIA)
If you have a late Los Angeles International Airport to Tirana International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these options near TIA:
Go where the road takes you with a Tirana International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Carwiz, Surprice or Localrent and experience more of Tirana and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Tirana International Airport around one week in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Tirana International Airport (TIA) to central Tirana
Tirana International Airport to central Tirana has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 30 minutes.
When to fly to Tirana International Airport (TIA)
The quietest month for a flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Tirana International Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Tirana based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When reserving your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Tirana International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Tirana, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LAX to TIA sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Albania
You've visited Tirana, now it's time to discover more of Albania. Travel around 31 kilometres west to Durrës to check off its leading attractions. From Lulishtja to Walking Path and Manskuri, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Elbasan is another sought-after 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.