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

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 Europcar and City Rent a Car, 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 10h 10m.

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 Europcar and City Rent a Car, among others, in Tirana.

Airports near Durrës

Airlines serving Durrës

KLM
Good (1,458 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,789 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,753 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,214 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,224 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,878 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,117 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,322 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,533 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,522 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (898 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,691 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,732 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,181 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,405 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,364 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,144 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (962 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,150 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,276 reviews)
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Where to stay in Durrës

Average rates range from around $58 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $93 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Durrës

Most booked hotels in Durrës

Melia Durres Albania
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, 379 reviews)
$163+
Aragosta Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 754 reviews)
$66+
Hotel Bella Vista
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 855 reviews)
$53+

Renting a car in Durrës

Renting a car in Durrës costs $15 per day, on average, or $73 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 88% cheaper than airport locations in Durrës.

Economy (Fiat Panda or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Durrës, while also 26% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Durrës costs $15 per day, on average, or $73 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 88% cheaper than airport locations in Durrës.

Economy (Fiat Panda or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Durrës, while also 26% cheaper than other types, on average.