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Cheap Flights from Tirana to Istanbul (TIA-IST)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Tirana to Istanbul that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Tirana to Istanbul

Thu, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 8
Air Albania Logo
7:00 am - 10:40 amTIA-IST
1h 40mnonstop
Air Albania Logo
11:00 pm - 10:40 pmIST-TIA
1h 40mnonstop
$133Air Albania
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Thu, Nov 20 - Fri, Nov 21
Air Albania Logo
6:20 pm - 10:00 pmTIA-IST
1h 40mnonstop
Air Albania Logo
11:00 pm - 10:40 pmIST-TIA
1h 40mnonstop
$136Air Albania
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Thu, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 8
Wizz Air Logo
9:35 pm - 1:20 pmTIA-IST
13h 45m1 stop
Wizz Air Logo
10:00 pm - 10:55 amIST-TIA
14h 55m1 stop
$139Wizz Air
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Fri, Dec 19 - Mon, Dec 22
Air Albania Logo
6:20 pm - 10:00 pmTIA-IST
1h 40mnonstop
Air Albania Logo
11:00 pm - 10:40 pmIST-TIA
1h 40mnonstop
$140Air Albania
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Thu, Nov 27 - Sun, Nov 30
Wizz Air Logo
9:35 pm - 1:20 pmTIA-IST
13h 45m1 stop
Wizz Air Logo
10:00 pm - 10:55 amIST-TIA
14h 55m1 stop
$146Wizz Air
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Fri, Nov 7 - Sat, Nov 15
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:25 am - 9:05 pmTIA-IST
18h 40m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:35 am - 4:20 pmIST-TIA
6h 45m1 stop
$147Multiple Airlines
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Thu, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 8
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:35 pm - 1:20 pmTIA-IST
13h 45m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:00 pm - 10:40 pmIST-TIA
1h 40mnonstop
$148Multiple Airlines
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Thu, Nov 6 - Fri, Nov 14
Air Serbia Logo
4:00 am - 4:25 amTIA-IST
22h 25m1 stop
Air Serbia Logo
4:40 pm - 2:35 pmIST-TIA
23h 55m1 stop
$193Air Serbia
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Thu, Nov 27 - Sat, Nov 29
Air Serbia Logo
3:05 pm - 3:55 pmTIA-IST
22h 50m1 stop
Air Serbia Logo
5:35 pm - 2:35 pmIST-TIA
23h 00m1 stop
$194Air Serbia
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Thu, Nov 6 - Mon, Nov 10
Turkish Airlines Logo
6:20 pm - 10:00 pmTIA-IST
1h 40mnonstop
Turkish Airlines Logo
11:35 am - 11:15 amIST-TIA
1h 40mnonstop
$220Turkish Airlines
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Air Albania
Cheapest • from $133 (round-trip)
Turkish Airlines
Best reviews • 7.3 score
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When to book
9 weeks
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 9 weeks in advance save around 37% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 31% price drop
November
Most popular
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Cheapest round-trip
$133
Overall average: $158
Air Albania
Thu 12/4Mon 12/8
TIA - IST • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$85
Typical prices: $81-154
Wizz Air
Wed 10/8
TIA - IST • 1 stop
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Tirana to Istanbul flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Tirana to Istanbul to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

The average price of all round-trip flights from Tirana to Istanbul Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Istanbul Airport on a Thursday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Sunday is the most expensive day to fly from Tirana to Istanbul Airport. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Friday and avoiding Mondays for the best deals.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Tirana to Istanbul Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Tirana to Istanbul Airport is February, where tickets cost $120 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and August, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $304 and $243 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Tirana to Istanbul Airport?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $171, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Tirana to Istanbul Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Tirana to Istanbul Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Tirana to Istanbul Airport, you should book around 9 weeks before departure, which saves you about 37% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 26 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonJuly
Cheapest flight$85
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 26% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 16% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Tirana to Istanbul

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Tirana to Istanbul based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking Tirana to Istanbul Airport flights

  • Which airline is ideal for unaccompanied minors from Tirana to Istanbul?

    Turkish Airlines offers comprehensive unaccompanied minor services for flights from Tirana to Istanbul. At an additional fee, the airline's trained staff will always supervise minors, from check-in to arrival, with personalized care. Turkish Airlines prioritizes the well-being and comfort of young travelers, offering a seamless and worry-free travel experience.

  • What is the most convenient way to get downtown from Istanbul Airport?

    Taxis provide convenient and direct transportation from Istanbul Airport to downtown. These are available at designated taxi stands outside the airport terminal. Alternatively, you can board the Istanbul Airport Shuttle Bus service, which has bus stops outside the airport terminal and offers direct transfers from the airport to different locations in the city.

  • Which airline is ideal for families traveling with young children?

    Air Albania is the perfect family-friendly airline for flights from Tirana to Istanbul. This airline provides dedicated assistance and priority boarding, making boarding smoother for families with young children. Air Albania also provides bassinet and car seat allowances for families traveling with young children for a safe sleeping arrangement for infants. Additionally, passengers can bring on board their child's car seat.

  • Which airline is ideal for passengers traveling from Tirana to Istanbul in a wheelchair?

    Pegasus Airline is the most inclusive and accessible airline for flights between Tirana and Istanbul. This airline has trained staff who provide personalized assistance, priority boarding, and wheelchair accessibility at the departure airport, in the aircraft cabin, and destination airport. Pegasus Airlines ensures that passengers in a wheelchair receive the utmost care and comfort throughout the trip.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Tirana to Istanbul Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Tirana to Istanbul Airport was $85 for a one-way ticket and $133 for a round-trip.

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

    Yes

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Tirana to Istanbul Airport?

    flydubai, and Emirates offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Tirana to Istanbul Airport flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Tirana to Istanbul Airport?

    The Airbus A319 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Tirana to Istanbul Airport flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Tirana to Istanbul Airport?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between Tirana and Istanbul Airport.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Tirana to Istanbul Airport?

    There are nonstop flights from Tirana to Istanbul Airport on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Tirana to Istanbul, Air Albania or Turkish Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Tirana to Istanbul are Air Albania and Turkish Airlines. With an average price for the route of $163 and an overall rating of 9.0, Air Albania is the most popular choice. Turkish Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $326 and an overall rating of 7.3.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Tirana to Istanbul Airport?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Tirana to Istanbul Airport.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Tirana to Istanbul Airport?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Istanbul Airport from Tirana is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Tirana to Istanbul Airport?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Istanbul Airport with an airline and back to Tirana with another airline. Booking your flights between Tirana and IST can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Tirana to Istanbul Airport?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Istanbul Airport from Tirana up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Tirana to Istanbul Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $578 or less one-way and $813 or less round-trip.
  • Your departure airport for a flight from Tirana to Istanbul is Tirana International Airport Nënë Tereza (TIA). This airport is the main international airport serving Tirana, the capital city of Albania, and is located about 11 miles from downtown. The most convenient way to get to this airport is by taxi or ride-sharing services throughout the city.
  • You can rest at Hotel Airport Tirana before your early morning flight to Istanbul. This hotel offers convenience since it is close to the airport and provides complimentary airport shuttle services. Other ideal options include Best Western Premier Ark Hotel, Hotel Verzaci, Hotel Jurgen, Hotel Airport Tirana & Spa, and Hotel Vila Zeus.
  • When traveling from Tirana to Istanbul, your destination airport will be Istanbul Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW). Istanbul Airport is the primary international airport in Istanbul and a central hub for international flights. Sabiha Gökçen Airport mainly serves low-cost and domestic flights. Both airports are within 25 miles of downtown.
  • For late-night arrivals at Istanbul Airport or Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, consider staying at nearby hotels with complimentary airport shuttles. ISG Airport Hotel, Crowne Plaza Istanbul Asia, and Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa Istanbul Tuzla are close to Sabiha Gökçen. If you land at Istanbul Airport, YOTELAIR Istanbul Airport (Airside), YOTEL Istanbul Airport (Landside), and Hampton by Hilton Istanbul Airport offer convenient accommodations.
  • Air Serbia offers the perfect environmentally friendly services for flights from Tirana to Istanbul. This airline operates modern fleets with less carbon emission and implements eco-friendly practices, such as paperless ticketing and electronic boarding passes to reduce paper usage. Additionally, Air Serbia collaborates with environmental organizations and other stakeholders in the aviation industry to promote sustainability.

Prefer to fly direct from Tirana to Istanbul Airport?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Tirana Rinas to Istanbul.
Find which airlines fly direct from Tirana Rinas Airport to Istanbul Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Tirana Rinas to Istanbul

Monday

Air Albania

Air Albania

Tuesday

Air Albania

Air Albania

Wednesday

Air Albania

Air Albania

Thursday

Air Albania

Air Albania

Friday

Air Albania

Air Albania

Saturday

Air Albania

Air Albania

Sunday

Air Albania

Air Albania

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Direct returns

Istanbul to Tirana Rinas

Monday

Air Albania

Air Albania

Tuesday

Air Albania

Air Albania

Wednesday

Air Albania

Air Albania

Thursday

Air Albania

Air Albania

Friday

Air Albania

Air Albania

Saturday

Air Albania

Air Albania

Sunday

Air Albania

Air Albania

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Reviews of the top airlines flying from Tirana to Istanbul

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Tirana to Istanbul. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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7.3
Turkish AirlinesOverall score based on 3976 reviews
7.3Boarding
7.7Crew
7.4Entertainment
7.3Comfort
7.4Food
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THE SEATS ARE A JOKE!!!! YOU CALL THIS BUSINESS CLASS SEATS ? ITS A DISGRACE.. NARROW, CLAUSTRIPHOBIC SEATS CAN NEVER BE COMPENSATED FOR BY FOCUSING ON BETTER WUALITY FOOD SERVED....... THE CONFORT OF THE SEATS AND THE WIDTH & PITCH OF THE SEATS ARE WAY MORE IMP. THAN FOOD THAT TK IS FOCUSING ON... WILL NEVER FLY AGAIN EVEN IF THE PRICE OF BUSINESS CLASS SEAT IS SAME AS ECONOMY CLASS..... JAL/ QATAR/ EMIRATES HAS WAYYYY MORE COMFY SEATS

2.0 MediocreAsif, Sep 2025DAC - IST
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THE SEATS ARE A JOKE!!!! YOU CALL THIS BUSINESS CLASS SEATS ? ITS A DISGRACE.. NARROW, CLAUSTRIPHOBIC SEATS CAN NEVER BE COMPENSATED FOR BY FOCUSING ON BETTER WUALITY FOOD SERVED....... THE CONFORT OF THE SEATS AND THE WIDTH & PITCH OF THE SEATS ARE WAY MORE IMP. THAN FOOD THAT TK IS FOCUSING ON... WILL NEVER FLY AGAIN EVEN IF THE PRICE OF BUSINESS CLASS SEAT IS SAME AS ECONOMY CLASS..... JAL/ QATAR/ EMIRATES HAS WAYYYY MORE COMFY SEATS

Rude staff. I would avoid using the word racist but definitely partially or discriminatory. My 72 yrs old mother who is also disabled was traveling on this flight. She was the second passenger boarded to the plane. The First elderly couple ahead of my mother were allowed to use the airplane bathroom but my mother was denied entry stating it was for safety reasons. My mother objected the the couple in front of her were allowed but hostess still stated that due to the flight safety reasons she can’t use it. Even my mother explained that he is using blood pressure medication that’s why she have to use the restroom frequently but the crew continued arguing her. At one point the Mae attendent even suggested that if that’s the case my mother can urinate in her seat. The level of disrespect against an elderly lady is beyond my comprehension. This matter will be taken to the social media to shame the employees involved.

my experience was great with Turkish airlines . the problem i encountered was with kayak booking. When I booked . it showed that im allowed a bag . and when I got to the airport, i had to pay $165 for one bag.

Not up to Business Class standards. Two of the three toilets were out of order. The hostesses were aware and didn’t show any responsible act to do something. Food quality was not what we expect from Turkish hospitality. Overall we were not impressed and disappointed.

During mid flight, try to get a flight attendant to help I couldn’t find one Otherwise, everything was perfect

I was not given basinett seat.The connecting flight was missed due to airline fault i was not accomodated for hotel.Drinks were normt served frewuently.Never travelling again on tirkish airlines.I always travel wiyh family by turkish airline but no more.zero stars

It was ok. Not the experience I expected from Turkish airlines

I loved and appreciated the agent at the check in counter in Amman. He was very professional and helpful. I believe his name was Lawrence. All I saw from him were smiles after smiles after smile. Very kind and professional. Overall trip was comfortable and pleasant.

The crew were very hospitable and pleasant. The food was pretty good. Unfortunately, there was a flight delay of more than 2 hours. We're not sure why but it appeared to be outside the control of Turkish Airlines.

Terrible. Delayed. No one would help. Just limped about like a piece of meat

Not because when i try to do check in there is only in turkish language i can not select other language

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Don't fly Pegasus, terrible service at the airport and boarding was really bad. Both flights I took with them were significantly late. This flight had us all changing the gate at the last moment and it was chaos.withour explanation or apology. The planes have seats that don't recline and seats are really hard. The crew on board was good both flights, but that is the only positive thing I can say about this airline. It's not worth it and I won't be flying them again.

The airport staff were some of the worst I've ever flown, and I fly at least 50x every year. From the staff at the gate, to the check in staff, to the ticketing sales staff. My experience in Instanbul was so bad Ill.never fly Pegasus again. They were incredibly rude, dismissive and not helpful whatsoever. This is the worst of the worst if you want to fly a budget airline I'd go elsewhere. The airplane seats are really uncomfortable and don't recline at all, you get charged for every single thing so in the end you will pay more flying with them. The crew on the plane were the only kind people we encountered with Pegasus.

Pegasus Airlines which is the most efficient and cost worth low cost airline all over the Europe

Flight from London was delayed and we had to hurry up to catch the connecting flight to Riyadh

The crew were outstandingly kind and cheerful. We carried our cat and they offered help.

Late departure. No announcements. Boarding was a disaster. Some kind of technical issue scanning boarding passes.

Pegasus is a very efficient airline. Passengers, however are sometimes unruly. Getting up right after take off. Getting up right when we land and before getting to the gate. Switching seats to the front so she can get a better seat. It is unfair for those that actually paid for seats. Flight attendants seem to not enforce it. One or two bad actors ruins it. Overall, the airline is great.

Pegasus is not a very comfortable airline. They’re not in any way hospitable

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