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Cheapest round-trip
$173
Typical prices: $179-$302
Multiple Airlines
Fri 9/28Fri 10/5
IST - TIA • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$175
Typical prices: $177-$303
Turkish Airlines
Sat 10/20Thu 10/25
IST - TIA • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Turkish Airlines. Average duration is 1h 47m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 91% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 20 weeks in advance save around 63% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 44% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $188 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 8h 35m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Istanbul to Tirana (IST-TIA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Istanbul to Tirana

Mon, Sep 28 - Mon, Oct 5
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12:20 am - 8:20 amIST  Istanbul-TIA Tirana Rinas
9h 00m1 stop Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
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1:15 pm - 11:40 pmTIA  Tirana Rinas-IST Istanbul
9h 25m2 stops Bergamo Orio Al Serio Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
$173Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 25 - Fri, Nov 27
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10:30 am - 4:15 pmIST  Istanbul-TIA Tirana Rinas
7h 45m1 stop Athens Eleftherios V.
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8:50 am - 12:40 pmTIA  Tirana Rinas-IST Istanbul
1h 50mnonstop
$173Multiple Airlines
Mon, Feb 8 - Sun, Feb 14
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5:25 am - 2:10 amIST  Istanbul-TIA Tirana Rinas
22h 45m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
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3:05 pm - 5:00 pmTIA  Tirana Rinas-IST Istanbul
23h 55m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
$174Air Serbia
Sun, Feb 7 - Fri, Feb 12
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4:40 pm - 2:35 pmIST  Istanbul-TIA Tirana Rinas
23h 55m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
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4:00 am - 5:00 pmTIA  Tirana Rinas-IST Istanbul
11h 00m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
$174Air Serbia
Sun, Feb 7 - Wed, Feb 10
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4:40 pm - 2:35 pmIST  Istanbul-TIA Tirana Rinas
23h 55m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
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4:00 am - 4:40 amTIA  Tirana Rinas-IST Istanbul
22h 40m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
$174Air Serbia
Tue, Feb 9 - Wed, Feb 10
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5:25 am - 2:35 pmIST  Istanbul-TIA Tirana Rinas
11h 10m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
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4:00 am - 4:40 amTIA  Tirana Rinas-IST Istanbul
22h 40m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
$174Air Serbia
Thu, Feb 11 - Sun, Feb 14
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5:25 am - 2:35 pmIST  Istanbul-TIA Tirana Rinas
11h 10m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
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3:05 pm - 4:40 amTIA  Tirana Rinas-IST Istanbul
11h 35m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
$174Air Serbia
Sun, Feb 14 - Thu, Feb 18
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4:40 pm - 2:35 pmIST  Istanbul-TIA Tirana Rinas
23h 55m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
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3:05 pm - 4:40 amTIA  Tirana Rinas-IST Istanbul
11h 35m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
$174Air Serbia
Tue, Oct 20 - Sun, Oct 25
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8:00 am - 8:45 amIST  Istanbul-TIA Tirana Rinas
1h 45mnonstop
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8:25 pm - 12:15 amTIA  Tirana Rinas-IST Istanbul
1h 50mnonstop
$175Turkish Airlines
Thu, Oct 29 - Sat, Oct 31
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8:10 am - 8:00 amIST  Istanbul-TIA Tirana Rinas
1h 50mnonstop
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8:25 pm - 12:15 amTIA  Tirana Rinas-IST Istanbul
1h 50mnonstop
$177Turkish Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Istanbul Airport to Tirana flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Istanbul Airport to Tirana?

Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Istanbul Airport to Tirana, it is 18% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 51% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul Airport to Tirana?

  • February is the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul Airport to Tirana at $127 round-trip.
  • August ($349) and September ($289) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 174% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Istanbul Airport to Tirana the cheapest?

Flights from Istanbul Airport to Tirana are cheapest 20 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 63% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Istanbul to Tirana

 
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Journalist and Travel Writer, Jenna Scatena is an award-winning travel writer with a love for sharing stories and exploring new places, especially by Vespa. Though she's from San Francisco, she has spent a significant chunk of her vacation days over the last decade eating her way through Texas and sleeping in hotels around the world—especially in California, the Middle East, and Europe.

Key details for Istanbul Airport to Tirana flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$70
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 29% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 53% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Istanbul to Tirana

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Istanbul to Tirana based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Istanbul Airport to Tirana flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Istanbul Airport to Tirana flights?

    Among airlines operating Istanbul Airport to Tirana flights:

    • Turkish Airlines: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • What airlines are available from Istanbul Airport to Tirana?

    Only Turkish Airlines operates flights between Istanbul Airport and Tirana.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Istanbul Airport to Tirana?

    Flights from Istanbul Airport to Tirana usually depart from Istanbul (IST) and arrive at Tirana Rinas (TIA).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Istanbul Airport to Tirana flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Turkish Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Istanbul Airport to Tirana?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Istanbul Airport to Tirana.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Istanbul Airport to Tirana?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $188 round-trip via Belgrade Nikola Tesla (BEG), compared to $227 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Istanbul Airport to Tirana?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $45–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Istanbul Airport to Tirana?

    The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Turkish Airlines and Ajet. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321-100/200 variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Istanbul Airport to Tirana pass through?

    One-stop flights from Istanbul Airport to Tirana most commonly connect through:

    • Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH) - 46% of one-stop connections
    • Belgrade Nikola Tesla (BEG) - 31% of one-stop connections
    • Warsaw Frederic Chopin (WAW) - 23% of one-stop connections

    Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Istanbul Airport to Tirana?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 46% on the Istanbul Airport to Tirana route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $188 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $346, a difference of $158. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Istanbul Airport to Tirana?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Istanbul Airport to Tirana route, 19% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1 hour 37 minutes.

  • How are flight departures from Istanbul Airport to Tirana spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Istanbul Airport to Tirana flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 50%, afternoon flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Istanbul Airport to Tirana?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Istanbul Airport to Tirana:

    • Earliest: departs at 8:00 am and lands at 9:47 am
    • Latest: departs at 7:45 pm and lands at 9:32 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 47m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Istanbul Airport to Tirana flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 54% above the route average of $228. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Istanbul Airport to Tirana?

    A nonstop flight from Istanbul Airport to Tirana takes 1h 47m, covering 468 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Istanbul Airport to Tirana?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • Have flight prices from Istanbul Airport to Tirana changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $173 to $550. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Istanbul Airport to Tirana looking right now?

    One-way fares from Istanbul Airport to Tirana are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $90, which is 39% below the typical average for this route.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Istanbul Airport to Tirana?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Istanbul Airport to Tirana?

    Flying via Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h 35m, compared with 10h 37m via Warsaw Frederic Chopin (WAW) and 21h 27m via Belgrade Nikola Tesla (BEG).

  • What is the time difference between Istanbul Airport and Tirana?

    Tirana is 1 hour behind Istanbul Airport (Central European Time vs Turkey Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Tirana Rinas Airport (TIA)?

    Tirana Rinas Airport (TIA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $2 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · CarWiz
    · SURPRICE CAR RENTAL
    · AcaRent
    · City Rent a Car
    · Cargini

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Istanbul Airport to Tirana flight?

    Round-trip flights from Istanbul Airport to Tirana range from $179 to $302, with an average of $228 over the past 12 months. Anything below $179 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Istanbul Airport to Tirana flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Friday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Friday flights average $188 - about $158 less than Sunday (46% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 20 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 63% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Istanbul Airport to Tirana trip for February. Fares historically average $127 round-trip in that month - typically $222 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • If arriving on time is high on your priority list, Turkish Airlines is the strongest pick on this route. 91% of Turkish Airlines flights from Istanbul Airport to Tirana arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 81%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 1 hour 37 minutes, so choosing a carrier with strong on-time performance can make a difference on tight schedules.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport (BEG) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $188 round-trip on this route - about $40 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Tirana Rinas Airport.
    - mk hotel tirana
    - Hotel Verzaci
    - N Hotel By Noshi

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Istanbul to Tirana Rinas

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Tirana Rinas to Istanbul

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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