Flying from Brussels International Airport (BRU) to Tirana Airport (TIA): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Brussels International Airport to Tirana Airport is 2 hours 40 minutes.
Brussels and Tirana are in the same timezone, UTC+1.
There are four Brussels International Airport to Tirana Airport flights every week.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your BRU to TIA flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time such as September? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Getting to Tirana (and then seeing more of Albania!) is a breeze with Air Albania. This popular carrier has direct flights from Brussels International Airport to Tirana Airport.
Air Albania is the top choice for travellers on this route.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Brussels International Airport to Tirana Airport. These are the top stopovers between BRU and TIA:
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Munich Airport
Vienna Airport
Handy information about Brussels International Airport (BRU)
Of all flights leaving Brussels International Airport, 75% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Brussels to Brussels International Airport is approximately 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
The journey on public transport will take about 20 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Brussels International Airport to Tirana Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to BRU:
Arriving at Tirana Airport (TIA)
Consider booking a hotel near TIA if you have a late Brussels International Airport to Tirana Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Grab a Tirana Airport rental car and discover Tirana and beyond with your own wheels. Carwiz, Surprice and Localrent are well-known companies to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Tirana Airport about one week in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Tirana Airport (TIA) to central Tirana
Tirana Airport to the centre of Tirana has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 35 minutes.
When to fly to Tirana Airport (TIA)
The quietest month for a flight from Brussels International Airport to Tirana Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Tirana based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Tirana is August, with the temperature ranging between 19ºC and 35ºC. Book your flights from Brussels International Airport to Tirana Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from BRU to TIA in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC and 12ºC on average.
Explore more of Albania
Tirana has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Albania you'll want to see. About 31 kilometres west of Tirana, a trip to Durrës will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Durrës Balcony, Durres Amphitheatre and Plazhi Durrës.
If there's time to check out another major destination in Albania, head for Elbasan, about 32 kilometres south-east of Tirana. Mosque Pasha, Elbasan Castle and Clock Tower Sahati are key reasons to visit.