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What to do
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

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 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 15h 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 Priceless and Free2Move, 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 15h 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 Priceless and Free2Move, among others, in Tirana.

Airports near Durrës

TIATirana Rinas
KFZKukës Intl

Airlines serving Durrës

KLM
Good (1,493 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,909 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,871 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,305 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,406 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,916 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,178 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,564 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (904 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,569 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,748 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,557 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,916 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,188 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,383 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,197 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,429 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,182 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (1,001 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,324 reviews)
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Where to stay in Durrës

Average rates range from around $56 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $105 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, 773 reviews)
$129+
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Padel Olivia's Hill Resort
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, 937 reviews)
$48+
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Melia Durres Albania
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, 394 reviews)
$179+
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Aragosta Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 753 reviews)
$79+
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Renting a car in Durrës

Renting a car in Durrës costs $37 per day, on average, or $186 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.

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 Compact rental cars (Skoda Fabia or similar) are, on average, 33% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Durrës costs $37 per day, on average, or $186 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.

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 Compact rental cars (Skoda Fabia or similar) are, on average, 33% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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