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 4 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 15 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Durrës from the United States departs from New York and takes around 10h 25m.

Train

The train station in Durrës is called Durrës, and is located 0.5 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Durrës is to pick up a car rental from Tirana, which is about 19 miles from Durrës. You’ll find branches of Rentmotors and Rentacar, among others, in Tirana.

Plane

When flying to Durrës, you’ll arrive at Tirana Rinas (TIA), which is located 15 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Durrës from the United States departs from New York and takes around 10h 25m.

Train

The train station in Durrës is called Durrës, and is located 0.5 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Durrës is to pick up a car rental from Tirana, which is about 19 miles from Durrës. You’ll find branches of Rentmotors and Rentacar, among others, in Tirana.

Airports near Durrës

Airlines serving Durrës

Lufthansa
Good (7,985 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,513 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,962 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,457 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,357 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,937 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,213 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,585 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (916 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,572 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,771 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,011 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,193 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,392 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,248 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,434 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,213 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,371 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (999 reviews)
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Where to stay in Durrës

Average rates range from around $60 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $143 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, 785 reviews)
$188+
Padel Olivia's Hill Resort
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, 942 reviews)
$54+
Melia Durres Albania
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, 402 reviews)
$272+
Aragosta Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 757 reviews)
$88+
Marea Resort
4 stars
Good (7.1, 267 reviews)
$44+

Renting a car in Durrës

Renting a car in Durrës costs $37 per day, on average, or $147 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 32% more expensive than at Tirana Rinas.

Economy (Opel Corsa or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Durrës, while also 81% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Durrës costs $37 per day, on average, or $147 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 32% more expensive than at Tirana Rinas.

Economy (Opel Corsa or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Durrës, while also 81% cheaper than other types, on average.