Introduction
What to do
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Durrës travel guide

Durrës Tourism | Durrës Guide

You're Going to Love Durrës

With a population of 122.034, Durrës is the largest city in Durres, Albania by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 5 days in order to fully appreciate everything Durrës has to offer.

When to visit Durrës

Durrës in January
Estimated hotel price
$51
1 night at 3-star hotel
Durrës in January
Estimated hotel price
$51
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Durrës

Plane

When flying to Durrës, you’ll arrive at Tirana Rinas (TIA), which is located 24 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Durrës from the United States departs from New York and takes around 11h 35m.

Car

Another option to get to Durrës is to pick up a car rental from Tirana, which is about 30 km from Durrës. You’ll find branches of Ace and CarWiz, among others, in Tirana.

Plane

When flying to Durrës, you’ll arrive at Tirana Rinas (TIA), which is located 24 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Durrës from the United States departs from New York and takes around 11h 35m.

Car

Another option to get to Durrës is to pick up a car rental from Tirana, which is about 30 km from Durrës. You’ll find branches of Ace and CarWiz, among others, in Tirana.

Airports near Durrës

Airlines serving Durrës

Lufthansa
Good (8,218 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,576 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,212 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,068 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,473 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,558 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,250 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,650 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,655 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (959 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,202 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,984 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,200 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,612 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,535 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,430 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,484 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,386 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,343 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (1,040 reviews)
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Where to stay in Durrës

Average rates range from around $51 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $117 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Durrës

Most booked hotels in Durrës

Padel Olivia's Hill Resort
4 stars
Excellent (9.3, 1083 reviews)
$84+
Melia Durres Albania
5 stars
Excellent (9, 428 reviews)
$240+
Palace Hotel & Spa
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, 3216 reviews)
$122+
Marea Resort
4 stars
Good (7.5, 202 reviews)
$53+

Renting a car in Durrës

Renting a car in Durrës costs $38 per day, on average, or $190 if you want to rent if for 5 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 7% cheaper than airport locations in Durrës.

Compact (Volkswagen Polo or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Durrës, while also 44% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Durrës costs $38 per day, on average, or $190 if you want to rent if for 5 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 7% cheaper than airport locations in Durrës.

Compact (Volkswagen Polo or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Durrës, while also 44% cheaper than other types, on average.