Flying from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Tirana International Airport (TIA): what you need to know
Tirana is ten hours behind Sydney and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you catch your SYD to TIA flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak time like April? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to explore a different city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Tirana International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Dubai Airport is a popular stop between SYD and TIA.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Tirana International Airport (TIA)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Tirana International Airport flight is 339 €. A return fare is currently 768 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from SYD to TIA, book ahead. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when searching for your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Tirana International Airport.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from SYD to TIA by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Tirana International Airport.
Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
69.62% of flights leaving from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport reach their destination on time.
Central Sydney to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to SYD? If you've booked an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Tirana International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Tirana International Airport (TIA)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Tirana International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near TIA instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Tirana International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Carwiz, Surprice or Localrent and find adventure across Tirana and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Tirana International Airport around one week ahead of your trip.
Getting from Tirana International Airport (TIA) to central Tirana
Tirana International Airport is roughly 18 kilometres from the centre of Tirana. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
Getting there by public transport typically takes 30 minutes.
When to fly to Tirana International Airport (TIA)
The quietest month for a flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Tirana International Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Tirana based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When booking your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Tirana International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Tirana, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SYD to TIA sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Albania
You've seen Tirana, now it's time to explore other corners of Albania. Journey about 31 kilometres west to Durrës to check off its popular sights. From Lulishtja to Walking Path and Manskuri, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If there's time to check out another corner of Albania, consider Elbasan, roughly 32 kilometres south-east of Tirana. Muzeu Etnografik, Altes Fabrikgelände and Stacioni i rruges Egnatia, shek.2 nga romaket are among the biggest draws.