Tirana Airport TIA

Tirana Airport Parking

Complete guide to parking at Tirana Airport (TIA): 2,600 official spaces spread across covered P1, budget P2/P3, underground parking, free Kiss & Fly for 5 min, plus external private options with free shuttle.

Official TIA parking

1,800+ spaces across official parking lots

Tirana Airport has 2,600 total parking spaces spread across covered P1 (500), P2 (200), P3 (1,200) and underground parking (700), managed directly by Tirana International Airport SHPK. All official parking lots are open 24/7.

Types of official parking

ParkingTypeRateNotes
P1 Parking (50 m from terminal)Medium stay300-1500 ALL/day (3-15 €)500 total spaces (250 covered + 250 uncovered), 50 m from the terminal. 0-3h: 300 ALL, 12-24h: 1500 ALL. After 1st day: 1500 ALL/day.
P2 Parking (Covered)Long stay200-500 ALL/day (2-5 €)200 covered spaces. The most economical rate. 0-2h: 200 ALL, 12-24h: 500 ALL. After 1st day: 500 ALL/day.
P3 Parking (Covered)Long stay200-500 ALL/day (2-5 €)1,200 covered spaces, the largest lot. Same rates as P2: 200 ALL/2h, 500 ALL/day. Ideal for multi-day stays.
Underground parkingLong stay300-1500 ALL/day (3-15 €)700 covered spaces beneath the terminal, direct access. Same rates as P1: 300 ALL/3h, 1500 ALL/day.
Kiss & Fly (drop-off)Quick drop-offFirst 5 min free · 500-1000 ALLIn front of the terminal for drop-off. 0-5 min: free, 5-10 min: 500 ALL, 10-60 min: 1,000 ALL, beyond: 1,000 ALL/h.
Tip: for stays of 3 days or more, the cheapest option is P3 at 5 €/day (500 ALL), rather than P1 at 15 €/day (1,500 ALL). All prices are fixed and are paid directly at the checkout or at the payment machines.
Low-cost parking near the airport

Private parking with shuttle in Krujë

In the immediate vicinity of Tirana Airport there are several private facilities in Rinas, Tirana that offer more competitive rates than the official P1, ideal for multi-day stays. Most offer a free 24-hour shuttle and video surveillance.

Hotel Airport Tirana Parking

★ 4.7from 4 €/day

Rruga Regjimentit, 24h shuttle

Park & Fly Albania

★ 4.5from 4.50 €/day

Rinas, free 24h shuttle

TIA Express Parking

★ 4.3from 5 €/day

Rruga Aeroporti, video surveillance

Star Parking Rinas

★ 4.4from 4 €/day

Near the terminal, shuttle included

Rinas Long Stay

★ 4.2from 4.50 €/day

Ruga Nene Tereza, video surveillance

AlbaniaPark Tirana Airport

★ 4.1from 5 €/day

Rinas, open 24h parking

Note: some private parking facilities offer an optional Meet & Greet service, where staff collect the car directly at the terminal. Booking online in advance gets you significantly reduced rates compared to last minute, especially during peak season.

How to choose

Which parking to choose based on duration

For a short stay (drop-off, pickup)

The Express Parking in front of the terminal offers the first 10 minutes free, perfect for dropping off or picking up a passenger without spending anything. Beyond 10 min the P1 rate applies.

For a few hours (up to 5 hours)

P1 (General) is the best choice: hourly rate 3 €/3h, 1,800 spaces, 50 m walk from the terminal.

For 1-2 days

P1 (General) with a maximum daily rate of 25 €/day is still competitive for short stays.

For 3-7 days

Long Stay at 11-15 €/day is the most balanced choice: 5 minutes on foot or shuttle every 15 min. For over 7 days, external private parking with shuttle at 5-6 €/day is unbeatable.

For more than a week

External private parking lots in Krujë (Airport Parking Tirana, Park & Fly) offer the best value for money: 4-6 €/day, free 24h shuttle, video surveillance.

Frequently asked questions

Tirana Airport Parking: FAQ

How much does parking cost at Tirana Airport?

The official P1 costs 3 €/3h with a maximum daily rate of 25 €/day. Long Stay starts from 11-15 €/day. External private parking with shuttle starts from 4-5 €/day. Express Parking has the first 10 minutes free.

Is the parking open 24 hours a day?

Yes, all official TIA parking lots at Tirana Airport are open 24/7. Most external private parking facilities also offer 24-hour access.

Can I book online?

Official TIA parking is paid directly at the checkout with transparent fixed rates. External private parking facilities such as Hotel Airport Tirana and Park & Fly Albania accept online bookings with possible discounts for long stays.

Is there a shuttle from the parking lots to the terminal?

P1 is directly in front of the terminal (50 m). P2, P3 and the underground parking are all reachable on foot in 3-5 minutes via covered walkways. Most external private parking facilities offer a free 24h shuttle.

Can I leave my car for several weeks?

Yes, Long Stay accepts stays of several weeks. For 14 days you would spend around 154-210 €, versus 350 € for P1. External private parking facilities offer even more convenient rates for long stays.

Are there electric vehicle charging stations?

Yes, Tirana Airport is equipped with electric vehicle charging stations in P1, part of the TIA SHPK operator's sustainability program.

What is Express Parking?

Express Parking is the "kiss & fly" parking area in front of the terminal, with the first 10 minutes free for drop-off or quick pickup. Maximum 30 minutes, after which the P1 rate applies.