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What is the best way to travel from Istanbul to Tirana?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Buses and Flights for the journey to Tirana from Istanbul. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 1 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Flight is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
16h 0m
$53
$55
1
Flight
1h 40m
$36
$132
47

What is the cheapest way to reach Tirana from Istanbul?

You can get to Tirana with just $36 by taking a Flight from Pegasus Airlines, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

Thursday
from $78
Friday
from $40
Saturday
from $39
Sunday
Monday
from $57
Tuesday
from $76
Wednesday
from $36

    Cheapest Flights Thursday

  • Pegasus Airlines
    1h 45m
    0
    1:10 AM
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    1:55 AM
    Tirana Airport
    Tirana Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from $78
  • AJet
    10h 25m
    0
    10:10 AM
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    7:35 PM
    Tirana Airport
    Tirana Airport
    0
    AJet
    Economy
    from $135
  • Air Serbia
    11h 5m
    0
    4:30 AM
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    2:35 PM
    Tirana Airport
    Tirana Airport
    0
    Air Serbia
    Economy
    from $164
  • Skyscanner
    1h 40m
    0
    5:20 AM
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    6:00 AM
    Tirana Airport
    Tirana Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from $174
  • Aegean Airlines
    8h 30m
    0
    10:40 AM
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    6:10 PM
    Tirana Airport
    Tirana Airport
    0
    Aegean Airlines
    Economy
    from $205

    Cheapest Flights Friday

  • Pegasus Airlines
    1h 45m
    0
    12:05 AM
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    12:50 AM
    Tirana Airport
    Tirana Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from $40
  • Bulgaria Air
    11h 5m
    0
    4:30 AM
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    2:35 PM
    Tirana Airport
    Tirana Airport
    0
    Bulgaria Air
    Economy
    from $124
  • Turkish Airlines
    7h 50m
    0
    7:45 AM
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    2:35 PM
    Tirana Airport
    Tirana Airport
    0
    Turkish Airlines
    Economy
    from $151
  • Wizz Air
    13h 15m
    0
    9:10 AM
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    9:25 PM
    Tirana Airport
    Tirana Airport
    0
    Wizz Air
    Economy
    from $160
  • Air Serbia
    11h 20m
    0
    3:40 PM
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    2:00 AM
    Tirana Airport
    Tirana Airport
    0
    Air Serbia
    Economy
    from $167
  • Cheapest Buses Friday

  • Alpar Turizm
    16h 0m
    0
    3:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    7:00 AM
    Tirana
    East Gate Lindor
    0
    Alpar Turizm
    Economy
    $53

    Cheapest Flights Saturday

  • Pegasus Airlines
    1h 45m
    0
    12:35 AM
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    1:20 AM
    Tirana Airport
    Tirana Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from $39
  • Air Serbia
    10h 50m
    0
    4:30 AM
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    2:20 PM
    Tirana Airport
    Tirana Airport
    0
    Air Serbia
    Economy
    from $144
  • Skyscanner
    1h 40m
    0
    10:40 AM
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    11:20 AM
    Tirana Airport
    Tirana Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from $174
  • Turkish Airlines
    20h 50m
    0
    6:45 PM
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    2:35 PM
    Tirana Airport
    Tirana Airport
    0
    Turkish Airlines
    Economy
    from $191
  • LOT Polish Airlines / Polskie Linie Lotnicze
    20h 10m
    0
    5:30 PM
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    12:40 PM
    Tirana Airport
    Tirana Airport
    0
    LOT Polish Airlines / Polskie Linie Lotnicze
    Economy
    from $241
  • Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • Alpar Turizm
    16h 0m
    0
    3:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    7:00 AM
    Tirana
    East Gate Lindor
    0
    Alpar Turizm
    Economy
    $57

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • Alpar Turizm
    16h 0m
    0
    3:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    7:00 AM
    Tirana
    East Gate Lindor
    0
    Alpar Turizm
    Economy
    $57

    Cheapest Flights Tuesday

  • Pegasus Airlines
    25h 50m
    0
    9:05 AM
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    9:55 AM
    Tirana Airport
    Tirana Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from $76
  • AJet
    5h 35m
    0
    10:10 AM
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    2:45 PM
    Tirana Airport
    Tirana Airport
    0
    AJet
    Economy
    from $118
  • Bulgaria Air
    11h 5m
    0
    4:30 AM
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    2:35 PM
    Tirana Airport
    Tirana Airport
    0
    Bulgaria Air
    Economy
    from $118
  • Air Serbia
    23h 0m
    0
    4:35 PM
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    2:35 PM
    Tirana Airport
    Tirana Airport
    0
    Air Serbia
    Economy
    from $119
  • Aegean Airlines
    5h 0m
    0
    4:35 AM
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    8:35 AM
    Tirana Airport
    Tirana Airport
    0
    Aegean Airlines
    Economy
    from $149

    Cheapest Flights Wednesday

  • Pegasus Airlines
    1h 45m
    0
    2:15 PM
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    3:00 PM
    Tirana Airport
    Tirana Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from $36
  • Wizz Air
    13h 15m
    0
    9:10 AM
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    9:25 PM
    Tirana Airport
    Tirana Airport
    0
    Wizz Air
    Economy
    from $81
  • AJet
    8h 5m
    0
    9:25 AM
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    4:30 PM
    Tirana Airport
    Tirana Airport
    0
    AJet
    Economy
    from $107
  • Turkish Airlines
    7h 50m
    0
    7:45 AM
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    2:35 PM
    Tirana Airport
    Tirana Airport
    0
    Turkish Airlines
    Economy
    from $143
  • Sky Express SA
    24h 5m
    0
    9:30 AM
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    8:35 AM
    Tirana Airport
    Tirana Airport
    0
    Sky Express SA
    Economy
    from $165
  • Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • Alpar Turizm
    16h 0m
    0
    3:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    7:00 AM
    Tirana
    East Gate Lindor
    0
    Alpar Turizm
    Economy
    $53

What are the fastest trips from Istanbul to Tirana?

You can get to Tirana from Istanbul in just 1h 40m with a Flight from Skyscanner. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

Thursday
from 1h 40m
Friday
from 1h 45m
Saturday
from 1h 40m
Sunday
Monday
from 16h 0m
Tuesday
from 5h 0m
Wednesday
from 1h 45m

    Fastest Flights Thursday

  • Skyscanner
    1h 40m
    0
    5:20 AM
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    6:00 AM
    Tirana Airport
    Tirana Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from $174
  • Pegasus Airlines
    1h 45m
    0
    1:10 AM
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    1:55 AM
    Tirana Airport
    Tirana Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from $78
  • Aegean Airlines
    8h 30m
    0
    10:40 AM
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    6:10 PM
    Tirana Airport
    Tirana Airport
    0
    Aegean Airlines
    Economy
    from $205
  • AJet
    10h 25m
    0
    10:10 AM
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    7:35 PM
    Tirana Airport
    Tirana Airport
    0
    AJet
    Economy
    from $135
  • Air Serbia
    11h 5m
    0
    4:30 AM
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    2:35 PM
    Tirana Airport
    Tirana Airport
    0
    Air Serbia
    Economy
    from $164

    Fastest Flights Friday

  • Pegasus Airlines
    1h 45m
    0
    12:05 AM
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    12:50 AM
    Tirana Airport
    Tirana Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from $40
  • Turkish Airlines
    7h 50m
    0
    7:45 AM
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    2:35 PM
    Tirana Airport
    Tirana Airport
    0
    Turkish Airlines
    Economy
    from $151
  • Bulgaria Air
    11h 5m
    0
    4:30 AM
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    2:35 PM
    Tirana Airport
    Tirana Airport
    0
    Bulgaria Air
    Economy
    from $124
  • Air Serbia
    11h 20m
    0
    3:40 PM
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    2:00 AM
    Tirana Airport
    Tirana Airport
    0
    Air Serbia
    Economy
    from $167
  • Wizz Air
    13h 15m
    0
    9:10 AM
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    9:25 PM
    Tirana Airport
    Tirana Airport
    0
    Wizz Air
    Economy
    from $160
  • Fastest Buses Friday

  • Alpar Turizm
    16h 0m
    0
    3:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    7:00 AM
    Tirana
    East Gate Lindor
    0
    Alpar Turizm
    Economy
    $53

    Fastest Flights Saturday

  • Skyscanner
    1h 40m
    0
    10:40 AM
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    11:20 AM
    Tirana Airport
    Tirana Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from $174
  • Pegasus Airlines
    1h 45m
    0
    12:35 AM
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    1:20 AM
    Tirana Airport
    Tirana Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from $39
  • Air Serbia
    10h 50m
    0
    4:30 AM
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    2:20 PM
    Tirana Airport
    Tirana Airport
    0
    Air Serbia
    Economy
    from $144
  • LOT Polish Airlines / Polskie Linie Lotnicze
    20h 10m
    0
    5:30 PM
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    12:40 PM
    Tirana Airport
    Tirana Airport
    0
    LOT Polish Airlines / Polskie Linie Lotnicze
    Economy
    from $241
  • Turkish Airlines
    20h 50m
    0
    6:45 PM
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    2:35 PM
    Tirana Airport
    Tirana Airport
    0
    Turkish Airlines
    Economy
    from $191
  • Fastest Buses Saturday

  • Alpar Turizm
    16h 0m
    0
    3:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    7:00 AM
    Tirana
    East Gate Lindor
    0
    Alpar Turizm
    Economy
    $57

    Fastest Buses Monday

  • Alpar Turizm
    16h 0m
    0
    3:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    7:00 AM
    Tirana
    East Gate Lindor
    0
    Alpar Turizm
    Economy
    $57

    Fastest Flights Tuesday

  • Aegean Airlines
    5h 0m
    0
    4:35 AM
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    8:35 AM
    Tirana Airport
    Tirana Airport
    0
    Aegean Airlines
    Economy
    from $149
  • AJet
    5h 35m
    0
    10:10 AM
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    2:45 PM
    Tirana Airport
    Tirana Airport
    0
    AJet
    Economy
    from $118
  • Bulgaria Air
    11h 5m
    0
    4:30 AM
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    2:35 PM
    Tirana Airport
    Tirana Airport
    0
    Bulgaria Air
    Economy
    from $118
  • Air Serbia
    23h 0m
    0
    4:35 PM
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    2:35 PM
    Tirana Airport
    Tirana Airport
    0
    Air Serbia
    Economy
    from $119
  • Pegasus Airlines
    25h 50m
    0
    9:05 AM
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    9:55 AM
    Tirana Airport
    Tirana Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from $76

    Fastest Flights Wednesday

  • Pegasus Airlines
    1h 45m
    0
    2:15 PM
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    3:00 PM
    Tirana Airport
    Tirana Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from $36
  • Turkish Airlines
    7h 50m
    0
    7:45 AM
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    2:35 PM
    Tirana Airport
    Tirana Airport
    0
    Turkish Airlines
    Economy
    from $143
  • AJet
    8h 5m
    0
    9:25 AM
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    4:30 PM
    Tirana Airport
    Tirana Airport
    0
    AJet
    Economy
    from $107
  • Wizz Air
    13h 15m
    0
    9:10 AM
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    9:25 PM
    Tirana Airport
    Tirana Airport
    0
    Wizz Air
    Economy
    from $81
  • Sky Express SA
    24h 5m
    0
    9:30 AM
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    8:35 AM
    Tirana Airport
    Tirana Airport
    0
    Sky Express SA
    Economy
    from $165
  • Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • Alpar Turizm
    16h 0m
    0
    3:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    7:00 AM
    Tirana
    East Gate Lindor
    0
    Alpar Turizm
    Economy
    $53
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Istanbul to Tirana

What are the most popular stations in Istanbul and Tirana?

In Istanbul, you will usually depart from Otogar Bus Station, Esenler Bus Station or Dudullu Bus Station, while in Tirana you will be arriving at International Bus Station, Bolv Oil or East Gate Lindor, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Tirana from Istanbul? With 4 connections between 1 Bus and Flight operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Istanbul and Tirana, you can pay as low as $36 with a Flight from Pegasus Airlines.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from Skyscanner: you will get to Tirana in just 1h 40m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Istanbul and Tirana are Pegasus Airlines, Alpar Turizm and Air Serbia, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Istanbul and Tirana is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Üsküdar or to Lundër 1, and look at flights from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport, and landing at Tirana Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Istanbul to Tirana?

The most popular companies between Istanbul and Tirana, are Pegasus Airlines, Alpar Turizm and Air Serbia. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: Alpar Turizm

Airlines: Pegasus Airlines, Air Serbia, AJet and 7 more.

All you need to know when you travel from Istanbul to Tirana

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Istanbul to Tirana. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Istanbul to Tirana

How can I reach Tirana from Istanbul?

Every day, there are on average 4 connections between Bus and Flight, with which you can get to Tirana from Istanbul.

How far is Tirana from Istanbul?

The distance between Istanbul and Tirana is 476.8 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Istanbul and Tirana?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 21 kgs of CO2, a train 27 kgs, a car 130 kgs, and a flight 189 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Istanbul to Tirana?

You can get to Tirana with just $36 by taking a Flight from Pegasus Airlines.

What is the fastest way to get from Istanbul to Tirana?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Tirana in just 1h 40m with a Flight from Skyscanner.

More routes to Istanbul and to Tirana

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Istanbul and to Tirana. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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