Travelling from Brussels to Tirana Nene Tereza International Airport (TIA): What you need to know
Brussels is home to a couple of airports where you can kick off your travels. Explore your options for booking a flight from Brussels to Tirana Nene Tereza International Airport (TIA) leaving from Brussels Airport (BRU) or Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL).
The average length of a direct Brussels to Tirana Nene Tereza International Airport flight is 2 hours 35 minutes.
Tirana (where Tirana Nene Tereza International Airport is located) and Brussels share the UTC+1 timezone. Easily coordinate travel plans without worrying about time differences.
The busiest route is Brussels Airport (BRU) to Tirana Nene Tereza International Airport (TIA). You can choose from 3 direct services every week.
To ensure you get on your flight from Brussels to TIA, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Popular months like September or other busy periods mean longer queues and potential delays. Get a head start by getting to the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Brussels Airport (BRU) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Brussels to Tirana Nene Tereza International Airport (TIA) depart from this terminal.
Air Albania is a leading airline that offers direct flights from Brussels to Tirana Nene Tereza International Airport leaving from BRU.
The preferred airline for passengers flying between BRU and TIA is Air Albania.
BRU is around 13 kms (8 miles) from central Brussels. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 20 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Brussels Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Brussels to Tirana Nene Tereza International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Of the departures from Brussels Airport, 75% land on time at their destination.
Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Catching a flight out of Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL)? Direct Brussels to Tirana Nene Tereza International Airport (TIA) plane tickets can be booked from here.
Take a direct flight from Brussels to TIA with Wizz Air Malta. This is one of the top carriers flying this route out of CRL.
Wizz Air Malta is the top choice for bookings on the CRL to TIA route.
Fly with Ryanair if being on time is your priority. Its flights between Brussels South Charleroi Airport and Tirana Nene Tereza International Airport land as scheduled 81.36% of the time.
You can get to CRL from the centre of Brussels in about 55 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to travel the 56 kms (35 miles) or so.
Catching an early morning flight? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Brussels South Charleroi Airport the day before your Brussels to TIA flight:
78% of flights taking off from Brussels South Charleroi Airport make it to their destination as expected.
About Tirana Nene Tereza International Airport (TIA)
Book a hotel near TIA if you're catching a late flight from Brussels to Tirana Nene Tereza International Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and get some sleep sooner:
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride around one week before your Brussels to Tirana Nene Tereza International Airport flight.
Getting from Tirana Nene Tereza International Airport (TIA) to central Tirana
Tirana Nene Tereza International Airport to central Tirana is around 13 kms (8 miles). If you're renting a car or getting a taxi, plan in advance to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times can vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels to Tirana Nene Tereza International Airport (TIA)
£13 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Brussels to Tirana Nene Tereza International Airport. Return flights start from £26. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap flights from Brussels to TIA, book early. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
Affordable Brussels to Tirana Nene Tereza International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across each month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Brussels to Tirana Nene Tereza International Airport (TIA)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Brussels to Tirana Nene Tereza International Airport (TIA). August is when most people visit Tirana. If you like your getaways a little more chill, head there in February.
The warmest month in Tirana is August, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC and 35ºC. Book your Brussels to TIA plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Brussels to Tirana Nene Tereza International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 12ºC.
More about Tirana
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Tirana right here. Explore these options after you've booked your flight from Brussels to Tirana Nene Tereza International Airport:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Dajti Ekspres “Cable Car”, Skanderbeg Square and Parku Kombëtar i Dajtit / Dajti National Park are essential stops on your Tirana itinerary.
Explore more of Albania
Tirana is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Albania just waiting to be explored. Around 129 kms (80 miles) southeast of Tirana, a visit to Korçë will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Korca Old Bazaar, Xhamia e madhe e Korçës and Archaeology Museum of Korce.
Gjirokastër is another sought-after destination in Albania and is around 153 kms (95 miles) south of Tirana. No trip is complete without dropping by Experience Gjirokastra, Castle of Gjirokastra and Gjirokastër Museum.