Travelling from Skopje International Airport (SKP) to Tirana International Airport (TIA): what you need to know
Tirana's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Skopje.
To ensure you get on your SKP to TIA flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Skopje International Airport to Tirana International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between SKP and TIA:
Vienna International Airport
Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport
Guglielmo Marconi Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Skopje International Airport (SKP) to Tirana International Airport (TIA)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Skopje International Airport to Tirana International Airport flight is Rs11,081. A return plane ticket right now is Rs37,043. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually best to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from SKP to TIA. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Skopje International Airport to Tirana International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices throughout the month and bag a great deal.
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Secure the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Skopje International Airport to Tirana International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Skopje International Airport (SKP)
Skopje International Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 85.19% of flights that depart SKP reach their destination on time.
Skopje International Airport is about 24 kilometres from central Skopje. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes when using public transport.
Have an early flight from Skopje International Airport to Tirana International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to SKP:
Arriving at Tirana International Airport (TIA)
Reserve a hotel near TIA if you're taking a late Skopje International Airport to Tirana International Airport flight. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Tirana International Airport rental car and explore Tirana and beyond with your own wheels. Carwiz, Surprice and Localrent are top providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Tirana International Airport around one week before your trip.
Getting from Tirana International Airport (TIA) to central Tirana
From Tirana International Airport, Tirana is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It'll take around 30 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Tirana International Airport (TIA)
August is the busiest month for flights from Skopje International Airport to Tirana International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Tirana in April.
Lock in your flight from Skopje International Airport to Tirana International Airport for August if you want to visit Tirana during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 19ºC and 32ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SKP to TIA in January. Temperatures average between 0ºC and 12ºC then.
Explore more of Albania
You've seen Tirana, now it's time to explore other parts of Albania. Journey around 31 kilometres west to Durrës to tick off its popular sights. From Lulishtja to Walking Path and Manskuri, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in Albania, head for Elbasan, roughly 32 kilometres south-east of Tirana. Muzeu Etnografik, Altes Fabrikgelände and Stacioni i rruges Egnatia, shek.2 nga romaket are highlights.