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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 December
Estimated hotel price
$28
1 night at 3-star hotel
Durrës in December
Estimated hotel price
$28
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 11h 35m.

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 AbbyCar Car Rentals and SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , 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 11h 35m.

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 AbbyCar Car Rentals and SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , among others, in Tirana.

Airports near Durrës

TIATirana Rinas
KFZKukës Intl

Airlines serving Durrës

Lufthansa
Good (7,571 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,008 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,516 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,043 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,784 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,015 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,010 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,407 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,486 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (868 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,444 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,292 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,575 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,134 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (894 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,059 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,082 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,190 reviews)
Pegasus Airlines
Good (636 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,842 reviews)
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Where to stay in Durrës

Average rates range from around $52 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $108 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 (9.2, 719 reviews)
$90+
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Hotel Villa Pascucci
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, 1001 reviews)
$157+
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Olivia's Hill Resort
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, 915 reviews)
$83+
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Hotel Epidamn Boutique & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (9, 1294 reviews)
$87+
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Melia Durres Albania
5 stars
Excellent (9, 374 reviews)
$165+
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Renting a car in Durrës

Renting a car in Durrës costs $11 per day, on average, or $53 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 75% cheaper than airport locations in Durrës.

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 Mini rental cars (Citroen C1 or similar) are, on average, 78% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Durrës costs $11 per day, on average, or $53 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 75% cheaper than airport locations in Durrës.

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 Mini rental cars (Citroen C1 or similar) are, on average, 78% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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