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 February
Estimated hotel price
$9
1 night at 3-star hotel
Durrës in February
Estimated hotel price
$9
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 Boston and takes around 11h 05m.

Train

The train station in Durrës is called Durrës, and is located 0.8 km from the city center.

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 City Rent a Car and Ok Mobility, 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 Boston and takes around 11h 05m.

Train

The train station in Durrës is called Durrës, and is located 0.8 km from the city center.

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 City Rent a Car and Ok Mobility, among others, in Tirana.

Airports near Durrës

Airlines serving Durrës

KLM
Good (1,434 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,696 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,657 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,027 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,150 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,840 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,076 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,139 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,462 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,519 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,603 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (889 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,360 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,635 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,168 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,346 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,111 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (936 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,126 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,245 reviews)
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Where to stay in Durrës

Average rates range from around $56 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $99 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Durrës

Most booked hotels in Durrës

Adriatik Hotel, BW Premier Collection
5 stars
Excellent (9.3, 743 reviews)
$109+
Melia Durres Albania
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, 379 reviews)
$161+
Hotel Epidamn Boutique & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1303 reviews)
$88+
Hotel Bella Vista
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 856 reviews)
$54+

Renting a car in Durrës

Renting a car in Durrës costs $26 per day, on average, or $132 if you want to rent if for 5 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 26% more expensive than at Tirana Rinas.

Economy (Fiat Panda or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Durrës, while also 25% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Durrës costs $26 per day, on average, or $132 if you want to rent if for 5 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 26% more expensive than at Tirana Rinas.

Economy (Fiat Panda or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Durrës, while also 25% cheaper than other types, on average.