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When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
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Durrës travel guide

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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 New York and takes around 10h 35m.

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 SURPRICE CAR RENTAL and City Rent a Car, 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 10h 35m.

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 SURPRICE CAR RENTAL and City Rent a Car, among others, in Tirana.

Airports near Durrës

TIATirana Rinas
KFZKukës Intl

Airlines serving Durrës

KLM
Good (1,443 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,754 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,705 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,128 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,208 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,864 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,099 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,213 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,528 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,490 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (895 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,666 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,674 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,375 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,176 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,356 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,130 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (952 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,255 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,137 reviews)
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Where to stay in Durrës

Average rates range from around $57 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

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Adriatik Hotel, BW Premier Collection
5 stars
Excellent (9.3, 749 reviews)
$108+
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Melia Durres Albania
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, 379 reviews)
$160+
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Aragosta Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 754 reviews)
$76+
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Hotel Bella Vista
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 855 reviews)
$54+
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Renting a car in Durrës

Renting a car in Durrës costs $23 per day, on average, or $114 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, 5% more expensive than at Tirana Rinas.

The most frequently booked car type in Durrës is Economy (Fiat Panda or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Hyundai i10 or similar) are, on average, 73% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Durrës costs $23 per day, on average, or $114 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, 5% more expensive than at Tirana Rinas.

The most frequently booked car type in Durrës is Economy (Fiat Panda or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Hyundai i10 or similar) are, on average, 73% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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