Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Durrës travel guide

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You're Going to Love Durrës

With a population of 122 034, Durrës is the largest city in Durres, Albania by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 6 days in order to fully appreciate everything Durrës has to offer.

When to visit Durrës

Durrës in January
Estimated hotel price
C$ 137
1 night at 3-star hotel
Durrës in January
Estimated hotel price
C$ 137
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Durrës

Plane

When flying to Durrës, you’ll arrive at Tirana Rinas (TIA), which is located 24 km from the city centre The shortest flight to Durrës from Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 9h.

Car

Another option to get to Durrës is to pick up a car rental from Tirana, which is about 30 km from Durrës. You’ll find branches of City Rent a Car and SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , among others, in Tirana.

Plane

When flying to Durrës, you’ll arrive at Tirana Rinas (TIA), which is located 24 km from the city centre The shortest flight to Durrës from Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 9h.

Car

Another option to get to Durrës is to pick up a car rental from Tirana, which is about 30 km from Durrës. You’ll find branches of City Rent a Car and SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , among others, in Tirana.

Airports near Durrës

TIATirana Rinas
KFZKukës Intl

Airlines serving Durrës

Lufthansa
Good (8,054 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,527 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,044 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,400 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,409 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,969 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,232 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,602 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,804 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (929 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,583 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,816 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,161 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,198 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,406 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,452 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,274 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,251 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,404 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (1,011 reviews)
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Where to stay in Durrës

Average rates range from around C$ 99 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 194 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Durrës

Most booked hotels in Durrës

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Marea Resort
4 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
C$ 74+
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Renting a car in Durrës

Renting a car in Durrës costs C$ 44 per day, on average, or C$ 264 if you want to rent it for 6 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 9% more expensive than at Tirana Rinas.

The most frequently booked car type in Durrës is Economy (Fiat Panda or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Ford Focus or similar) are, on average, 77% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Durrës costs C$ 44 per day, on average, or C$ 264 if you want to rent it for 6 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 9% more expensive than at Tirana Rinas.

The most frequently booked car type in Durrës is Economy (Fiat Panda or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Ford Focus or similar) are, on average, 77% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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