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Tirana is the most practical starting point for many Albania itineraries. From the city, you can plan short transfers to nearby coastal and regional routes, so vehicle selection should be based on route profile, parking reality, and expected driving time.

This page is designed to support decision quality: where to pick up, what to prepare before checkout, how to compare coverage and deposit terms, and which internal pages to use for live inventory and route-specific planning.

Pickup options in Tirana

TIA/Rinas is 17 km from central Tirana (~25 min without traffic). Airport pickup is the most practical option if you're flying in and want to drive immediately.
City pickup works better near Blloku or Skanderbeg Square for stays that start in the center.
For early-morning flights, confirm with your host whether airport pickup on arrival day is available.

How booking works in Tirana

Filter by dates, budget, and category to focus on relevant listings.
Review each listing for specs, pickup terms, and return conditions.
Confirm deposit method and required documentation before payment.

FAQs

FAQs about renting a car in Tirana

Quick answers on pickup, required documents, and choosing the right category for your trip.

If you fly in, Tirana Airport pickup is usually fastest. For in-city stays, downtown handoff can be more convenient.

Book only after handoff logistics and insurance terms are clear.

Core requirements

Valid driver's license for motorized categories.
Minimum age based on listing policy and category profile.
Deposit authorization according to vehicle class.
Advance confirmation for alternative return city requests.

Driving and parking in Tirana

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Day trips from Tirana

Krujë is 32 km north (~45 min) — the castle and bazar make it a half-day trip. Durrës beach is 38 km west (~40 min via the A1 motorway). Berat is 122 km south (~1h 30 min). For the Albanian Riviera, allow 2h 30 min to Vlorë and add 45 min more to reach the first Riviera beaches.

July and August are peak months — city rental availability drops fast. Book at least 3 weeks ahead for July–August. May, June, and September offer better rates and traffic is far lighter for day trips. The Durrës–Tirana motorway can back up Friday afternoons in summer.