Vlora Airport Transfer
Vlora International Airport has a finished runway and terminal, but it is still waiting for certification, so almost every traveller to Vlorë still lands in Tirana, about two hours north. Your transfer should be the least of your worries. Pre-book your Vlora airport transfer with Airport Taxi Transfer and we will get you to and from the airport on time, whichever gateway your trip uses.
Is Vlora Airport Open For Flights?
No. As of September 2026, Vlora International Airport (VLO) has no commercial flights because it has not been certified, so travellers reach Vlorë by flying into Tirana International Airport (TIA), about 140 km and roughly two hours away by road. The first planned route, Chair Airlines from Zurich starting 26 June 2026, was cancelled, and summer charters were called off after authorities told tour operators in April that the airport could not open. The delay is linked to a dispute between shareholders Mabco Constructions and 2A Group. VLO sits 10 km north of Vlorë with a 3,200 m runway and a 22,000 sqm terminal. Until it opens, the official Tirana Airport taxi to Vlorë costs around €86.
Where Do Vlora Airport Transfers Pick You Up And Drop You Off?
Right now a Vlora airport transfer can start at three different arrival points. Every booking comes with flight or sailing tracking, a fixed fare agreed in advance and a driver who meets you by name, so each tab below covers what is different about that place.
Tirana International Airport (TIA) for Vlorë — Pickup & Drop off
Every scheduled flight to southern Albania currently lands here, so this is where most Vlorë holidays really begin.
Pick-up
- The Hermes airport bus to Vlorë now ends at the new bus terminal by the Kastrati petrol station at the city entrance, not near the Lungomare. Your driver takes you straight to your hotel door instead.
- A late landing or a slow passport queue can mean a missed bus and a long wait for arrivals. We track your flight and move the pickup time, so a delay does not cost you your ride.
- Two hours is a long run with suitcases on your lap. Choose a saloon, estate or minivan sized for your group and luggage when you book.
Drop-off
- Buses to the airport leave from the terminal at the edge of Vlorë, so you would still need a taxi to reach them. We collect you from your hotel, villa or apartment.
- We set your collection time from your departure time, allowing for the drive north and check-in, so an early flight does not mean guessing when to leave.
Where Can You Go With A Vlora Transfer?
Vlorë sits where the Adriatic meets the Ionian Sea, which makes it the starting point for Albania's southern coast. These are the journeys most travellers heading to Vlorë need to plan.
Vlorë City, Lungomare and Skelë
Most hotels line the long seafront promenade, which fills with traffic on summer evenings. Your driver drops you at your hotel entrance, not at the bus terminal on the edge of town.
Radhimë, Orikum and Zvërnec
South of the city are the beach clubs of Radhimë and Orikum, home to Albania's only marina, while Zvërnec Monastery sits by the Narta Lagoon to the north. Coastal buses stop around 17:00, so later arrivals need a car.
Dhërmi, Himarë and the Albanian Riviera
Beyond Orikum the road crosses the mountains to the Riviera villages. A private Vlora transfer reaches hillside guesthouses and beach resorts that the buses do not serve.
How Much Is A Vlora Airport Taxi On Popular Routes?
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How Much Does A Vlora Airport Transfer Cost Compared To A Taxi Or Bus?
Your Vlora airport transfer cost depends on where you land, and today that is almost always Tirana. The official Tirana Airport taxi lists Vlorë at around €86, app taxis quoted about €93 in 2026, and some online operators charge more than €100.
Drivers in Vlorë ask between €70 and €110 for the same trip north. The Hermes bus costs about 1,200 lek, but it runs only a few times a day and finishes at the terminal on the edge of the city, so you still need another ride with your bags. With Airport Taxi Transfer, the Vlora airport transfer price starts at £72 for the whole car, and it stays the same whether one person travels or four.
What Is Included In Your Vlora Transfer Price?
- One fixed fare agreed when you book, with no meter and no bargaining at the taxi rank.
- Flight and ferry tracking, so your pickup time moves when your arrival does.
- Door-to-door drop-off at your hotel or villa in Vlorë, Radhimë, Orikum or on the Riviera.
- A vehicle sized for your group, from saloons for couples to minivans for families with beach gear.
- Child seats on request, so you do not need to hire one separately.
Why Should You Book Your Vlorë Transfer In Advance In 2026?
Pre-booking a private Vlora transfer keeps pickup timing, luggage needs, and drop-off details organised before you travel.
Choose a vehicle class that fits your party, then confirm online so your ride is ready when you land.
Book with us in advance
- Vlora Airport has no confirmed opening date, yet some transfer sites still sell pickups there. We only confirm transfers from the airport you are actually flying into.
- Flights planned for Vlorë have been moved to Tirana before, with passengers put on coaches south. If your airport changes, we move your booking with it.
- The airport bus ends at the city-entrance terminal, and coastal buses to Radhimë and Orikum stop around 17:00, which leaves evening arrivals stuck.
- The Brindisi ferry reaches Vlorë early in the morning, often before the first coastal bus at 06:30.
- Summer taxi quotes for the Tirana run can reach €110. Booking now locks in your fixed fare before the peak season.
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