Travelling from Madinah Airport (MED) to Tirana Airport (TIA): what you need to know
Tirana's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Tirana two hours behind Madinah.
Give yourself enough time to make your MED to TIA flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month such as September? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Madinah Airport to Tirana Airport. Here are the top stopovers between MED and TIA:
Dubai Airport
Istanbul Sabiha Airport
Muscat Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Madinah Airport (MED) to Tirana Airport (TIA)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Madinah Airport to Tirana Airport flight is 156 €. A return plane ticket right now is 427 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap tickets from MED to TIA, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Madinah Airport to Tirana Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
Save time searching for cheap flights from MED to TIA by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Madinah Airport to Tirana Airport.
Handy information about Madinah Airport (MED)
When it comes to Madinah Airport's on-time performance, 74% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Madinah to Madinah Airport is approximately 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to MED? If you're catching an early flight from Madinah Airport to Tirana Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Tirana Airport (TIA)
Consider staying in a hotel near TIA if you're catching a late Madinah Airport to Tirana Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Tirana Airport rental car and explore Tirana and beyond with your own set of wheels. Carwiz, Surprice and Localrent are leading providers you can book with here.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Tirana Airport about one week before you set off.
Getting from Tirana Airport (TIA) to central Tirana
From Tirana Airport, Tirana is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It'll take around 35 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Tirana Airport (TIA)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Madinah Airport to Tirana Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Tirana. If you want a quieter vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Madinah Airport to Tirana Airport for August if you want to go to Tirana during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MED to TIA in January. Temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) then.
Explore more of Albania
You've visited Tirana, now it's time to discover more of Albania. Journey about 31 kilometres west to Durrës to check off its must-visit sights. From Durrës Balcony to Durres Amphitheatre and Plazhi Durrës, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Elbasan is another favourite destination in Albania and is around 32 kilometres south-east of Tirana. No journey is complete without experiencing Mosque Pasha, Elbasan Castle and Clock Tower Sahati.