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 6 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.

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 and NU 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.

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 and NU Car, among others, in Tirana.

Airports near Durrës

Airlines serving Durrës

Lufthansa
Good (8,174 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,555 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,153 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,478 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,035 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,497 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,261 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,639 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (949 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,098 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,648 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,935 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,214 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,458 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,500 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,428 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,360 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,462 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,313 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (1,023 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 $139 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Durrës

Most booked hotels in Durrës

Padel Olivia's Hill Resort
4 stars
Excellent (9.3, 1051 reviews)
$90+
Melia Durres Albania
5 stars
Excellent (9, 425 reviews)
$301+

Renting a car in Durrës

Renting a car in Durrës costs $38 per day, on average, or $226 if you want to rent if for 6 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 18% cheaper than airport locations in Durrës.

Compact (Skoda Fabia or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Durrës, while also 38% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Durrës costs $38 per day, on average, or $226 if you want to rent if for 6 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 18% cheaper than airport locations in Durrës.

Compact (Skoda Fabia or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Durrës, while also 38% cheaper than other types, on average.