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 15 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Durrës from the United States departs from Boston and takes around 9h 55m.

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 Ok Mobility 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 9h 55m.

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

Airports near Durrës

Airlines serving Durrës

KLM
Good (1,441 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,731 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,689 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,075 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,195 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,855 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,091 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,177 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,523 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,479 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (894 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,635 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,655 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,373 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,351 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,174 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,122 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (949 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,246 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,129 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

Adriatik Hotel, BW Premier Collection
5 stars
Excellent (9.3, 747 reviews)
$106+
Melia Durres Albania
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, 379 reviews)
$159+
Aragosta Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 754 reviews)
$69+
Hotel Bella Vista
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 855 reviews)
$54+

Renting a car in Durrës

Renting a car in Durrës costs $28 per day, on average, or $142 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, 30% more expensive than at Tirana Rinas.

Economy (Fiat Panda or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Durrës, while also 20% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Durrës costs $28 per day, on average, or $142 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, 30% more expensive than at Tirana Rinas.

Economy (Fiat Panda or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Durrës, while also 20% cheaper than other types, on average.