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 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Durrës has to offer.

When to visit Durrës

Durrës in February
Estimated hotel price
$47
1 night at 3-star hotel
Durrës in February
Estimated hotel price
$47
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 Boston and takes around 11h 05m.

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 Ace and CarWiz, 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 Boston and takes around 11h 05m.

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 Ace and CarWiz, among others, in Tirana.

Airports near Durrës

Airlines serving Durrës

Lufthansa
Good (7,409 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,385 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,361 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,960 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,731 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,968 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,929 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,937 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,469 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,334 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (850 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,139 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,484 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,114 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,250 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,977 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (861 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,158 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,036 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,820 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 $101 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 (9.2, 631 reviews)
$136+
Hotel Villa Pascucci
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, 971 reviews)
$182+
Hotel Epidamn Boutique & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (9, 1244 reviews)
$96+
Olivia's Hill Resort
4 stars
Excellent (9, 860 reviews)
$81+

Renting a car in Durrës

Renting a car in Durrës costs $49 per day, on average, or $197 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, 21% more expensive than at Tirana Rinas.

The most frequently booked car type in Durrës is Compact (Kia Stonic or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Fiat Panda or similar) are, on average, 46% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Durrës costs $49 per day, on average, or $197 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, 21% more expensive than at Tirana Rinas.

The most frequently booked car type in Durrës is Compact (Kia Stonic or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Fiat Panda or similar) are, on average, 46% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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