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 4 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 24 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Durrës from the United States departs from Boston and takes around 10h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Durrës is to pick up a car rental from Tirana, which is about 30 km from Durrës. You’ll find branches of AcaRent and Final Rentals, among others, in Tirana.

Plane

When flying to Durrës, you’ll arrive at Tirana Rinas (TIA), which is located 24 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Durrës from the United States departs from Boston and takes around 10h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Durrës is to pick up a car rental from Tirana, which is about 30 km from Durrës. You’ll find branches of AcaRent and Final Rentals, among others, in Tirana.

Airports near Durrës

Airlines serving Durrës

Lufthansa
Good (8,052 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,527 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,034 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,393 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,409 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,968 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,232 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,598 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,801 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (927 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,580 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,815 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,154 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,197 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,405 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,452 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,274 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,248 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,402 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (1,006 reviews)
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Where to stay in Durrës

Average rates range from around $70 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $155 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 (9.2, 973 reviews)
$72+
Melia Durres Albania
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, 407 reviews)
$293+
Marea Resort
4 stars
Good (7.5, 267 reviews)
$53+

Renting a car in Durrës

Renting a car in Durrës costs $36 per day, on average, or $146 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 23% more expensive than at Tirana Rinas.

Economy (Fiat Panda or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Durrës, while also 10% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Durrës costs $36 per day, on average, or $146 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 23% more expensive than at Tirana Rinas.

Economy (Fiat Panda or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Durrës, while also 10% cheaper than other types, on average.