Flying from Tirana International Airport (TIA) to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Tirana International Airport to Marseille Provence Airport is 2 hours 10 minutes.
Marseille's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Tirana.
To ensure you get on your TIA to MRS flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Ryanair is your ticket to exploring Marseille (and perhaps some other great parts of France!). Check out the direct flights from Tirana International Airport to Marseille Provence Airport offered by this carrier.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Ryanair on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tirana International Airport (TIA) to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Tirana International Airport to Marseille Provence Airport flight is R 753. A return plane ticket is currently R 1,222. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Book six months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from TIA to MRS.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Tirana International Airport to Marseille Provence Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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Handy information about Tirana International Airport (TIA)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Tirana International Airport, 69.86% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Tirana International Airport from central Tirana, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to TIA? If you've booked an early flight from Tirana International Airport to Marseille Provence Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
If you're getting in on a late Tirana International Airport to Marseille Provence Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these options near MRS:
Follow your own route with a Marseille Provence Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Rentscape, Goldcar or Free2move and chase adventure across Marseille and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Marseille Provence Airport about one week before travelling.
Getting from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to central Marseille
Marseille Provence Airport is roughly 26 kilometres from central Marseille. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
July is the most popular month for flights from Tirana International Airport to Marseille Provence Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Marseille in April.
The warmest month in Marseille is August, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Tirana International Airport to Marseille Provence Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between 3ºC (37ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Look for cheap tickets from TIA to MRS around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of France
Lyon is just one of the many cities in France waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Marseille. Around 274 kilometres away to the north, its best attractions include Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere, Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges.
Around 322 kilometres west of Marseille, Toulouse is another favourite stop in France. Start your sightseeing at Basilique Saint-Sernin, Cité de l'espace and Pont Neuf.