Albania's primary international gateway serving the Adriatic region.
Opened
1957
Location
Rinas, Albania
Tirana International Airport Mother Teresa, coded TIA/LATI, is the main and largest airport in Albania, located near the town of Rinas approximately 17 kilometres northwest of Tirana. It serves as the country's principal hub for international passenger and cargo traffic, connecting Albania to destinations across Europe and beyond.
The airport underwent significant modernization and expansion in the 2000s under a concession operated by Tirana Airport Partners, a consortium that included Hochtief and other international investors. A new terminal opened in 2007, substantially increasing capacity and improving facilities for passengers.
In recent years the airport has seen strong passenger growth, handling several million passengers annually, driven by the Albanian diaspora, tourism, and increased low-cost carrier activity. It is the only commercial international airport currently operating in Albania.
Terminals
The airport operates a single modern passenger terminal building that handles both arrivals and departures.
Getting to & from
The airport is connected to Tirana city centre by road, with taxis, ride-hailing services, and shuttle buses being the primary ground transport options; no direct rail link exists.
Airlines here
Major carriers serving TIA include Air Albania, Wizz Air, Ryanair, Austrian Airlines, Turkish Airlines, and several other European network and low-cost carriers.
Notable facts
- ›Named after Nobel Peace Prize laureate Mother Teresa, who was of Albanian heritage.
- ›Located approximately 17 km northwest of Tirana in the municipality of Rinas.
- ›A new terminal opened in 2007 following a major modernization project.
- ›Operated under a long-term concession agreement; the Albanian government reacquired full control in 2023.
- ›It is the only civilian international airport currently operational in Albania.
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