Flying from Dortmund Airport (DTM) to Tirana Airport (TIA): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Dortmund Airport to Tirana Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 25 minutes.
Tirana's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Dortmund.
Flights from DTM to TIA start from 08:35 — the earliest with Wizz Air Malta. The latest departure is at 16:55 with Wizz Air Malta. In total, there are 13 weekly Dortmund Airport to Tirana Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your DTM to TIA flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak month such as October? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Getting to Tirana (and then seeing more of Albania!) is a cinch with Wizz Air Malta. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Dortmund Airport to Tirana Airport.
Wizz Air Malta is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Dortmund Airport to Tirana Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some great stopovers between DTM and TIA include:
Munich Airport
Krakow Airport
Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport
Handy information about Dortmund Airport (DTM)
Dortmund Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 81% of flights that take off from DTM reach their destination without delay.
To get to Dortmund Airport from central Dortmund, it'll take around 20 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 13 kms (8 miles) from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes when using public transport.
Have an early flight from Dortmund Airport to Tirana Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near DTM:
Arriving at Tirana Airport (TIA)
If you're landing on a late Dortmund Airport to Tirana Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near TIA:
Explore without limits with a Tirana Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Carwiz, Surprice or Localrent and experience more of Tirana and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Tirana Airport about one week ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Tirana Airport (TIA) to central Tirana
Tirana Airport is approximately 18 kms (11 miles) from central Tirana. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
It takes roughly 35 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Tirana Airport (TIA)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Dortmund Airport to Tirana Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Tirana. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Dortmund Airport to Tirana Airport for August if you'd like to go to Tirana during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 19ºC and 35ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DTM to TIA in January. Temperatures average between 0ºC and 12ºC then.
Explore more of Albania
You've visited Tirana, now it's time to explore other parts of Albania. Journey about 31 kms (19 miles) west to Durrës to check off its top sights. From Durrës Balcony to Durres Amphitheatre and Plazhi Durrës, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another side of Albania, consider Elbasan, about 32 kms (20 miles) south-east of Tirana. Mosque Pasha, Elbasan Castle and Clock Tower Sahati are key reasons to visit.
