Tirana International Airport Nënë Tereza (Rinas) (TIA) to Tirana
The Rinas Express airport bus runs to central Tirana, near Skanderbeg Square, in about 30 minutes for a few hundred lek. A taxi takes 20–30 minutes and charges a set fare of about 2,500 lek.
Best for most people: Bus. The airport bus is cheap, simple and stops in the centre, close to most hotels.
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| How | Time | How often | Price* | Hours | Good to know |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| bus Rinas Express airport bus from outside Arrivals to central Tirana, near the National History Museum and Skanderbeg Square | about 25–35 min | about every hour | about 400 lek, paid on board | roughly 08:00–23:00 from the airport; check last departures | Pay in cash (lek; euros may be accepted). Luggage goes underneath. |
| taxi Official taxi rank outside Arrivals | about 20–30 min | about 2,500 lek (around €25) to the centre | 24 h | Fixed airport fare; confirm before getting in. | |
| car hire Rental desks in the terminal | varies by season | Useful for the coast and mountains; driving in central Tirana is busy. |
*Approximate 2026 prices and times. Services change: check the operator before you fly, especially for late arrivals.
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Tips
- Carry some lek in small notes for the bus; ATMs are in Arrivals.
- Traffic into Tirana can be heavy at rush hour, adding 15–20 minutes.
- International ride-hailing apps such as Uber are not available in Albania; local taxi apps exist.
- For the Albanian Riviera, many travellers pick up a hire car at the airport rather than go into Tirana.
Common questions
How do I get from Tirana airport to the centre?
The Rinas Express airport bus runs from outside Arrivals to central Tirana, near Skanderbeg Square, roughly every hour for about 400 lek, taking about 30 minutes. A taxi from the official rank costs about 2,500 lek and takes 20–30 minutes depending on traffic.
How much is a taxi from Tirana airport?
Taxis from the airport to central Tirana usually charge a fixed fare of about 2,500 lek, roughly €25. Confirm the price with the driver before getting in. Some accept euros, but paying in lek is often better value. The ride takes about 20–30 minutes.
Does the airport bus run at night?
The Rinas Express runs from early morning until late evening, roughly hourly, but not through the night. If your flight lands after the last bus, take a taxi from the rank outside Arrivals. Check the current timetable before you fly, as hours can change with the season.
Can I pay by card?
The airport bus is paid in cash on board, so bring some lek in small notes; there are ATMs in the terminal. Card acceptance in taxis varies, so ask before setting off. Hotels, larger restaurants and car hire desks generally accept cards.
Compiled by TonyPlan from airport and transport-operator information and travel knowledge; updated 2026-10-05. Anything we could not confirm is marked as approximate.