About Albania
Albania has become one of the favourite destinations of recent years, with the coves of Saranda and Ksamil on the Ionian Sea and UNESCO-listed towns such as Berat, the 'city of a thousand windows', and stone-built Gjirokastër. The capital, Tirana, is known for its colourful buildings and lively squares.
Things to see
- Berat
- Gjirokastër
- Saranda and Ksamil coves
- Skanderbeg Square, Tirana
How to get to Albania from Ankara
- Plan your flight. Flights to Albania from Esenboğa Airport may be direct or with a connection; check the airlines for current schedules and fares.
- Get to Esenboğa with Ankara Air. Scheduled buses run from the city to the airport; the journey takes 60 min on average and costs 250,00 ₺ one way.
- Leave early. For international flights it is recommended to be at the airport at least 2 hours before departure; add the Ankara Air journey to that.
- On your return, Ankara Air runs from Esenboğa to the city non-stop, 24/7; board at the arrivals-level bays without waiting for a set time.
Ankara Air · first and last departure from the city to Esenboğa
- AŞTİ05:00 – 22:0045 departures
- Kızılay01:00 – 22:1048 departures
- Gar01:05 – 22:1548 departures
- AKM01:05 – 22:1548 departures
General information as of 29 October 2026 for tourist travel by Turkish citizens holding an ordinary (burgundy) passport. Visa and entry requirements, permitted length of stay and passport validity rules can change; before you travel, check the country page of the Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs and your airline.