Flying from Brussels to Tirana International Airport (TIA): What you need to know
Brussels has a couple of airports where you can kick off your trip. Explore your options for booking a flight from Brussels to Tirana International Airport (TIA) departing from Brussels Airport (BRU) or Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL).
Expect to be travelling for 2 hours 50 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct Brussels to Tirana International Airport flight.
Tirana (where Tirana International Airport is located) and Brussels share the UTC+1 timezone. You can plan your trip without factoring in timezone differences.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from Brussels to TIA.
In peak travel periods, allow for longer queues and get there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international trips.
Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Get there in one go from Brussels Airport (BRU). Direct flights from Brussels to Tirana International Airport (TIA) operate from here.
When taking off from BRU, you can take a direct flight from Brussels to Tirana International Airport with TUI fly.
TUI fly ranks first in bookings for flights from BRU to TIA.
Travelling from central Brussels to BRU takes around 40 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near Brussels Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Brussels to Tirana International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Of all flights departing from Brussels Airport, 71.97% arrive on time at their destination.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Planning to leave from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)? Direct Brussels to Tirana International Airport (TIA) flight tickets can be booked from this popular hub.
Get on your direct flight from Brussels to TIA with Wizz Air Malta. This is one of the leading airlines operating this route out of CRL.
On the CRL to TIA route, Wizz Air Malta is the preferred choice of many.
With 75.47% of its services arriving as scheduled, Ryanair is the most punctual carrier flying between Brussels S. Charleroi Airport and Tirana International Airport.
CRL is around 56 kilometres from central Brussels. It'll take 55 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 35 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your Brussels to TIA flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport:
71.71% of flights departing Brussels S. Charleroi Airport make it to their destination as expected.
About Tirana International Airport (TIA)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Brussels to Tirana International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near TIA instead:
Grab a Tirana International Airport rental car and explore Tirana and beyond with your own set of wheels. Carwiz, Surprice and Localrent are popular outlets to choose from here.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle around one week ahead of your Brussels to Tirana International Airport flight.
Getting from Tirana International Airport (TIA) to central Tirana
The centre of Tirana is around 13 kilometres from Tirana International Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary depending on traffic conditions, so do some research before you go.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels to Tirana International Airport (TIA)
ج.م. 1,246 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Brussels to Tirana International Airport. A return flight starts from ج.م. 2,491. These prices can change depending on availability.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Brussels to TIA. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
Cheap Brussels to Tirana International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across the month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Brussels to Tirana International Airport (TIA)
August is the busiest month for flights from Brussels to Tirana International Airport (TIA). Plan your visit to Tirana in April if you'd rather avoid peak season.
Lock in a Brussels to TIA flight ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Tirana to range from 19ºC to 32ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Brussels to Tirana International Airport in January when temperatures are between 0ºC and 12ºC.
More about Tirana
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Tirana right here. Explore these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Brussels to Tirana International Airport:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Dajti Mountain Hiking, Dajti Ekspres “Cable Car” and Skanderbeg Square are must-visits when exploring Tirana.
Explore more of Albania
Korçë is just one of the many places in Albania waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Tirana. Around 129 kilometres away to the south-east, top sights here include Korca Old Bazaar, Parku Japonez and Kisha Ungjillore e Korçës.
Gjirokastër is another essential stop in Albania and is around 153 kilometres south of Tirana. No journey is complete without dropping by Experience Gjirokastra, Gjirokastra Old Town and Girokastra.
