Flying from Sphinx International Airport (SPX) to Tirana International Airport (TIA): what you need to know
Tirana's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Tirana one hour behind Giza.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your SPX to TIA flight.
Traveling during a peak month such as February? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Sphinx International Airport to Tirana International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Stopovers between SPX and TIA include:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sphinx International Airport (SPX) to Tirana International Airport (TIA)
Right now, $74 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Sphinx International Airport to Tirana International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $171. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from SPX to TIA. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from Sphinx International Airport to Tirana International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across each month and snap up a great deal.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from SPX to TIA by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Lock in the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Sphinx International Airport to Tirana International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Sphinx International Airport (SPX)
69.92% of flights that take off from Sphinx International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
To reach Sphinx International Airport from central Giza, it takes around 45 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 40 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Get your flight from Sphinx International Airport to Tirana International Airport off to a stress-free start. Just a quick ride from SPX, stay at Prime Select West Sodic and you'll be well-rested for the journey ahead.
Arriving at Tirana International Airport (TIA)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Sphinx International Airport to Tirana International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near TIA instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Tirana International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Carwiz, Surprice or Localrent and experience the lesser-explored corners of Tirana and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Tirana International Airport about one week ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Tirana International Airport (TIA) to central Tirana
Tirana International Airport to the center of Tirana has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometers away.
Traveling on public transport takes about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Tirana International Airport (TIA)
August is the busiest month for flights from Sphinx International Airport to Tirana International Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Tirana in April.
Lock in your flight from Sphinx International Airport to Tirana International Airport for August if you want to go to Tirana during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SPX to TIA around that time if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Albania
Durrës is just one of the many places in Albania waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Tirana. Around 31 kilometers away to the west, popular attractions include Lulishtja, Walking Path and Manskuri.
Elbasan is another sought-after destination in Albania and is around 32 kilometers south-east of Tirana. No trip is complete without experiencing Muzeu Etnografik, Altes Fabrikgelände and Stacioni i rruges Egnatia, shek.2 nga romaket.