Travelling from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Tirana International Airport (TIA): what you need to know
Tirana is eight hours ahead of Vancouver and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
Your YVR to TIA flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Tirana International Airport (TIA)
204 € is the best price for a one-way Vancouver International Airport to Tirana International Airport flight. Return flights start at 430 €. These fares can change depending on demand.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from YVR to TIA. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Vancouver International Airport to Tirana International Airport across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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Handy information about Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Vancouver International Airport, 71.77% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Vancouver to Vancouver International Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The trip on public transport takes about 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Vancouver International Airport to Tirana International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near YVR:
Arriving at Tirana International Airport (TIA)
If you have a late Vancouver International Airport to Tirana International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near TIA:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Tirana International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Carwiz, Surprice or Localrent and chase adventure across Tirana and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Tirana International Airport around one week ahead 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 using public transport, expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
When to fly to Tirana International Airport (TIA)
August is the busiest month for flights from Vancouver International Airport to Tirana International Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Tirana in April.
When booking your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Tirana International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. 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 YVR to TIA around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Albania
You've done Tirana, now it's time to explore more of Albania. Travel about 31 kilometres west to Durrës to check off its leading attractions. From Lulishtja to Walking Path and Manskuri, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're looking to explore 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 highlights.