Travelling from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to Tirana International Airport (TIA): what you need to know
Basel and Tirana are both in the UTC+1 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your BSL to TIA flight.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from EuroAirport Swiss 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 BSL and TIA:
Palese Airport
Vienna International Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to Tirana International Airport (TIA)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way EuroAirport Swiss to Tirana International Airport flight is R 1,240. A return ticket right now is R 2,379. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To find cheap tickets from BSL to TIA, book early. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from EuroAirport Swiss to Tirana International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices throughout the month and land a great deal.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from BSL to TIA.
Discover the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from EuroAirport Swiss to Tirana International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
76.48% of flights leaving from EuroAirport Swiss land at their destination on time.
Central Basel to EuroAirport Swiss is approximately 6 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Expect a journey time of around 30 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel close to BSL? If you're catching an early flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Tirana International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
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 EuroAirport Swiss to Tirana International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near TIA instead:
Pick up a Tirana International Airport rental car and explore Tirana and beyond with your own set of wheels. Carwiz, Surprice and Localrent are top outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Tirana International Airport about one week ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Tirana International Airport (TIA) to central Tirana
Tirana International Airport to the centre of Tirana has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
It typically takes 30 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Tirana International Airport (TIA)
August is the most popular month for flights from EuroAirport Swiss to Tirana International Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Tirana in April.
Before locking in your flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Tirana International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Tirana, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BSL to TIA in January. Average temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) then.
Explore more of Albania
You've done Tirana, now it's time to discover more of Albania. Journey about 31 kilometres west to Durrës to tick off its must-visit sights. From Lulishtja to Walking Path and Manskuri, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of Albania, consider Elbasan, about 32 kilometres south-east of Tirana. Muzeu Etnografik, Altes Fabrikgelände and Stacioni i rruges Egnatia, shek.2 nga romaket are among its highlights.