Flying from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Tirana International Airport (TIA): what you need to know
Tirana's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Tirana six hours ahead of Chicago.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your ORD to TIA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Flying during a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from O'Hare International Airport to Tirana International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between ORD and TIA:
Zurich Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Vienna International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Tirana International Airport (TIA)
Rs63,359 is the best price for a one-way O'Hare International Airport to Tirana International Airport flight. A return flight starts at Rs140,788. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
It's often best to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from ORD to TIA. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from O'Hare International Airport to Tirana International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.
Of the departures from O'Hare International Airport, 74.85% land on schedule at their destination.
O'Hare International Airport is around 40 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 55 minutes.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near ORD. Whether you're taking an early flight from O'Hare International Airport to Tirana International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Tirana International Airport (TIA)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on an O'Hare International Airport to Tirana International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near TIA instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Tirana International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Carwiz, Surprice or Localrent to explore Tirana and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Tirana International Airport about one week before your trip.
Getting from Tirana International Airport (TIA) to central Tirana
Tirana International Airport is roughly 18 kilometres from the centre of Tirana. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
It takes roughly 30 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Tirana International Airport (TIA)
August is the busiest month for flights from O'Hare International Airport to Tirana International Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to Tirana in April.
When reserving your flight from O'Hare International Airport to Tirana International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Tirana, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 32ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC and 12ºC. Search for cheap tickets from ORD to TIA sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Albania
Tirana has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Albania just waiting to be explored. About 31 kilometres west of Tirana, a visit to Durrës will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Lulishtja, Walking Path and Manskuri.
Around 32 kilometres south-east of Tirana, Elbasan is another essential stop in Albania. Start your sightseeing at Muzeu Etnografik, Altes Fabrikgelände and Stacioni i rruges Egnatia, shek.2 nga romaket.
