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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 New York and takes around 10h 45m.

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 City Rent a Car and United 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 New York and takes around 10h 45m.

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 City Rent a Car and United Rent A Car, among others, in Tirana.

Airports near Durrës

TIATirana Rinas
KFZKukës Intl

Airlines serving Durrës

KLM
Good (1,470 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,844 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,784 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,285 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,253 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,897 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,133 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,417 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,544 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,540 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (901 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,710 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,800 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,426 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,183 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,371 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,164 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (970 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,167 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,291 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 $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, 752 reviews)
$112+
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Melia Durres Albania
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, 379 reviews)
$168+
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Aragosta Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 753 reviews)
$68+
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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 $31 per day, on average, or $154 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, 16% 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 $31 per day, on average, or $154 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, 16% 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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