Travelling from Tampa to Tirana International Airport (TIA): What you need to know
Tampa International Airport (TPA) is Tampa's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Tampa to Tirana International Airport (TIA) jetting off from here.
Tirana is five hours ahead of Tampa. Tirana International Airport is located in Tirana, which runs on the UTC+1 timezone.
Your flight from Tampa to TIA won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so be there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stay on schedule.
Airports in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
TPA is around 13 kilometres from central Tampa. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 55 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near Tampa International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Tampa to Tirana International Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
When it comes to Tampa International Airport's on-time performance, 78.59% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
TPA is located at 5507 West Spruce Street.
St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
On public transport, you can travel from central Tampa to PIE in around 2 hours 10 minutes. The terminal is roughly 29 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 25 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before your Tampa to TIA flight, stay in one of these hotels close to St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport:
St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport has an on-time performance of 77.01%. This figure gives an insight into how frequently flights departing from this airport arrive on time.
PIE is located at Suite 221 - Terminal Building.
About Tirana International Airport (TIA)
Book a hotel close to TIA if you have a late flight from Tampa to Tirana International Airport. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Tirana International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Carwiz, Surprice or Localrent and explore beyond Tirana's main sights.
Booking your ride around one week ahead of your Tampa to Tirana International Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Tirana International Airport (TIA) to central Tirana
Central Tirana is about 13 kilometres from Tirana International Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary based on traffic conditions, so do some research before your trip.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tampa to Tirana International Airport (TIA)
$439 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Tampa to Tirana International Airport. Return flights start from $936. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
To find cheap flights from Tampa to TIA, book ahead. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for your Tampa to Tirana International Airport ticket.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know when a new deal shows up on plane tickets from Tampa to TIA.
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The best time to fly from Tampa to Tirana International Airport (TIA)
August is when most people book flights from Tampa to Tirana International Airport (TIA). Plan your visit to Tirana in April for a more low-key escape.
The warmest month in Tirana is August, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your Tampa to TIA plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Look for cheap tickets from Tampa to Tirana International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF).
More about Tirana
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Tirana right here. Browse these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Tampa to Tirana International Airport:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Dajti Mountain Hiking, Dajti Ekspres “Cable Car” and Skanderbeg Square are attractions you won't want to skip in Tirana.
Explore more of Albania
Korçë is just one of the many places in Albania waiting to be discovered once you've seen Tirana. Around 129 kilometres away to the south-east, well-known attractions include Korca Old Bazaar, Parku Japonez and Kisha Ungjillore e Korçës.
Around 153 kilometres south of Tirana, Gjirokastër is another essential stop in Albania. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Experience Gjirokastra, Gjirokastra Old Town and Girokastra.
