Car Hire in Albania

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Cheapest Car Hire Rates

Tirana Airport
Mini
Citroen C1 or comparable
Citroen C1
  • 5
  • 1
  • 5
  • Man.
ABBYCAR
$6.21 per day
Tirana Airport
Economy
Ford Fiesta or comparable
Ford Fiesta
  • 5
  • 1
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Man.
Rental24
$8.70 per day
Tirana Airport
Economy Elite
Ford Fiesta or comparable
Ford Fiesta
  • 5
  • 2
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Man.
U-Save
$9.55 per day
City Centre
Compact
Hyundai i30 or comparable
Hyundai i30
  • 5
  • 2
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Ecovia
$9.66 per day

Most Popular Car Hire Deals

Tirana Airport
Mini Elite
Kia Picanto or comparable
	Kia Picanto
  • 4
  • 1
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Man.
EXER
$14.78 per day
Tirana Airport
Intermediate SUV
Skoda Yeti or comparable
Skoda Yeti
  • 5
  • 2
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Man.
Surprice
$14.84 per day
Tirana Airport
Full-size SUV
Skoda Yeti or comparable
Skoda Yeti
  • 5
  • 3
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Man.
CITY Rent a Car
$23.49 per day
Tirana Airport
Standard
Volkswagen Golf or comparable
Volkswagen Golf
  • 5
  • 2
  • 4
  • A/C
  • Man.
Street Rent A Car
$25.23 per day
The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 13:59 on 20/04/2025. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
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Travel information

Languages
Albanian, Greek, Bulgarian
Currency
ALL
Drive on
Right-hand side
Dialing code
+355
Average car hire price
$14 per day
Average car hire length
7 days
Speed limit within city centre
40 km/h or 25 mph
Speed limit out of city centre
80 - 110 km/h or 50 - 68 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.01%
Score
8.9 / 10

Why hire a car in Albania?

Remaining something of a mystery to most foreign visitors, but increasingly accessible, Albania is a fascinating place to explore. In addition to its wild nature and hospitable people, the country is also home to ancient sites and some of the nicest beaches in this part of the continent.

Albania

One-way Car Hire in Albania

Here are the most popular one-way car hire options for pickup in Albania and drop off in another country:

  • From Albania to Montenegro - 7 offers from $43.45 per day
  • From Albania to Croatia - 21 offers from $56.50 per day
  • From Albania to Kosovo - 4 offers from $47.22 per day

Top ways to enter Albania

  • Tirana Nënë Tereza Airport. Serving the national capital, Tirana Airport is by far the main entry point for foreign visitors. The airport gets especially busy during the summer months when it has flights by more than 25 different airlines.
  • Kukës Airport. Located in the northeast of the country, the much smaller Kukës Airport provides connections with several destinations in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.

Top cities and places to visit

  • Tirana. The capital and the primate city, Tirana is naturally also one of Albania’s finest tourist destinations. Varied religious heritage and interesting architecture are combined with a lively contemporary cultural life, and the city’s central location also makes it a great hub for exploring the rest of the country.
  • Berat. Primarily known for its finely-preserved Ottoman architecture, Berat has been recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Attractions include the city’s Old Town (traditionally divided into Muslim and Christian quarters), the mighty mountaintop castle of Kalaja, and several interesting museums.
  • Albanian Riviera. The name of the Albanian Riviera is given to the Ionian Sea coast in the country’s southwest (Albanians also call it simply Bregu or the Coast). Many of the country’s most scenic beaches can be found here, though make sure to also check out the Llogara National Park and Karaburun-Sazan National Marine Park, two hotspots of biodiversity.

Most popular hire car

The most hired car in Albania is the Volkswagen Up, followed by the Skoda Fabia and the Citroen C3. The most popular car types are economy, mini, and standard.

Driving licence requirements

  • Albania normally recognizes foreign driver’s licenses from around the world if they are printed in the Latin alphabet and are not expired. You also need to be a tourist — if you’re a foreigner residing in Albania permanently, you need to acquire a local driver’s license instead.
  • If your driver’s license is printed in a non-Latin alphabet (Cyrillic, Arabic, etc.), you’ll need an International Driving Permit (IDP).
  • Similarly, if your driver’s license doesn’t show your photograph, you might be required to have an IDP instead.
  • You must carry your driver’s license, not a copy, with you at all times. 
  • You need to have had your driver’s license for at least two years.
  • Some rental car providers charge a young driver fee for drivers between the ages of 22 and 25 and a senior driver fee for drivers over the age of 65.
  • There may be additional requirements depending on the car provider and car category, so make sure to check the terms and conditions before booking.

Crossing borders

Albania has land borders with Montenegro, Kosovo, North Macedonia, and Greece. Although located in Europe, Albania is not a member of the European Union (EU) and, with the exception of Greece, neither are its neighbouring countries. People from the EU and most western countries (e.g., the United States, Canada, Australia) do not need a visa for short-term visits to either Albania or any of its neighbours. However, if you come from another part of the world, you might need separate visas to visit one or several of these countries. Do consult your Ministry of Foreign Affairs before your trip.

Since Albania is not a part of the larger border agreement, most car hire suppliers do not permit one-way hires between the country and any of its neighbours. There are, however, some exceptions — you can find them by entering your car pick-up and drop-off locations on our search. One-way trips are more expensive as they include an additional fee, but they add flexibility to your trip.

Top driving routes

  • Korçë. Located near the border with Greece and North Macedonia, Korçë is the centre of the Greek community in Albania and one of the most culturally interesting cities in the country. Attractions include the Museum of Medieval Art, many heritage buildings, and the surrounding Moravia mountainscape. Korçë is also a gateway to the Prespa lakes and national park that are immediately to the northeast. 
  • Lurë-Dejë National Park. Located in the country’s northeastern corner, Lurë-Dejë is primarily known for its majestic highland scenery. The mountains are covered by thick forests and are also home to no less than 14 glacial lakes. The park’s remote location means it takes some time to get to, and not all of the mountain roads are in good shape — the trip is definitely not for the faint-hearted, though it can ultimately be very rewarding. To get around the national park itself, you might need a 4x4 vehicle.

Car hire prices

  • Station wagons - starting at $13 per day
  • Large cars - starting at $8 per day
  • Medium cars - starting at $9 per day
  • People Carriers - starting at $37 per day
  • Premium cars - starting at $38 per day
  • Small cars - starting at $6 per day
  • SUVs - starting at $12 per day

How can I save money on my hire car?

There are several good methods to find a cheaper car for hire:

  • Compare rates of different car hire providers
  • Book your vehicle well in advance
  • Plan your route before you go
  • Know your fuel and mileage requirements
  • Visit in the month when the car hire prices are the cheapest. According to our data, visiting Albania is the cheapest in March when hiring a car is a whole 70% cheaper than the yearly average.
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The most popular city in Albania

Top Most Popular Location in Albania

Map of Car Hire Destinations

In which month is car hire in Albania the most affordable?

Prices for hiring a car in Albania fluctuate depending on the time of year. This table and graph can help you find the best bargain.
Average price for hiring a car per day in Albania
$15.58
January
$14.28
February
$14.66
March
$20.88
April
$30.30
May
$38.75
June
$55.44
July
$58.93
August
$41.05
September
$23.22
October
$18.67
November
$17.38
December
The best month to hire a car in Albania is February — when the average price for a hire is $14.28 per day. This is 51% less than the yearly average and 76% less than hiring a car in August (when the average price is $58.93 per day).

This information can help you determine the low season. But note that these prices are only averages. The cost of your hire is determined by the type of car you select, the length of time you hire it for and how much in advance you book. Simply type in your dates in the form at the top of the page in order to find out the exact prices.

How many days do people keep their hire cars, on average, in Albania?

How long renters typically keep their vehicle sometimes varies depending on the time of year. Travelers tend to keep their rental cars longer in July — an average of 8 days. They tend to keep them for a shorter time in February — an average of 6 days.
Average number of hire days in Albania
7
January
6
February
6
March
7
April
6
May
7
June
8
July
8
August
8
September
7
October
6
November
8
December

Which month is most favoured for hiring a car in Albania?

Given the number of customers searching for a car in Albania, June is the most popular, while January is the month that sees the lowest demand.
Monthly Car Hire Searches in Albania Compared to the Yearly Average
15%
January
23%
February
33%
March
99%
April
143%
May
192%
June
186%
July
186%
August
181%
September
97%
October
27%
November
19%
December

Car hire information

Car hire locations 20
Airport locations 2
Popular suppliers Ecorent, Surprice, OTOQ, CAPITAL CAR RENTAL , Select Rent a Car
Popular car categories Small cars, SUVs, Medium cars, Large cars
Lowest price $6 per day
Cheapest supplier ABBYCAR

Most popular car models of suppliers

Hire Agency Model Doors Luggage Type
Ecorent Citroën C3 5 2 Small cars
Finalrentals Hyundai i10 5 1 Small cars
Surprice Volkswagen Polo 5 1 Small cars
Sicily By Car Fiat Panda 5 1 Small cars
ABBYCAR Citroen C3 5 2 Small cars
drive365 Citroën C3 5 2 Small cars
CAPITAL CAR RENTAL Ford Ka+ 5 1 Small cars
Select Rent a Car Volkswagen T-Cross 5 2 SUVs
OTOQ Opel Corsa 5 1 Small cars
Ace Rent a car Peugeot 208 4 1 Small cars

Our customers' reviews

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United Kingdom
Citroen C1
14/02/2025
Albania was beautiful and great. Will come back again.
United Kingdom
Hyundai i20
09/11/2024
Blue eye was beautiful and worth a visit. Nice mix of scenery, mountains to beaches. Hotel Liro was lovely
United Kingdom
Renault Clio
30/10/2024
not all roads a drivable, but google maps shows suitable for driving
United Kingdom
Citroën C1
01/10/2024
Was just great driving around the country,so many great places
United Kingdom
Kia Picanto
22/09/2024
Great country with hugh variety from hiking in the Alps to UNESCO World Heritage Towns to the Albanian Rivera. Trully excellent, would defintiely recommend.
United Kingdom
Fiat Panda
16/08/2024
Mixed feelings about my trip to Albania: Pros: Great weather, people in the hospitality industry are super friendly and welcoming. In the right places (non-touristic), things can be very cheap. Cons: Most people I encountered outside of the hospitality industry are not as friendly and will try to scam you if they have a chance. Driving in Tirana is traumatic. Got food poisoning in Vlore. In the touristic places, everything is stupidly expensive and if they notice you are a foreigner they will charge you more (even the parking officer tried to charge me 5€/h to park my car and when he noticed my wife spoke Albanian he quickly corrected it to 5€ fixed rate for the full day...). The trip back to the airport was horrendous, 45 minutes to do the last 500m into the car rental parking area. Recommendation: because of some circumstances, we stayed in Vlore. It's a nice spot, but, although the water was warm, it was not very clean. I was told in the south (Sarande, Ksamil) the water is better. If I will ever go back to Albania, I will probably fly to Corfu and visit the southwest.
United Kingdom
Volkswagen Golf
13/08/2024
We drove to Himare and spent 5 days there, the car was essential for driving out of Saranda, I could not find local buses anywhere and for over an hour drive a transfer would have been expensive for both ways. We also explored Dhermi and could drive to restaurants up the hill etc.
United Kingdom
Skoda Superb
01/07/2024
Our trip was great
United Kingdom
Volkswagen Golf
25/06/2024
Spent one night in Tirana, drove to Sarandë- saw the blue eye lagoon (water was freezing cold, but good experience), went to Ksamil and did waster activities and lunch at Poda. On the way back to Tirana we stopped at Durres to check out the amazing Surrideo Dental practice and had lunch at the best restaurant. Every single person we met were amazing and their recommendations led to a total change in itinerary for us.
Photo by Oyindamola T. about hiring a Volkswagen Golf in Albania (25/06/2024)
United Kingdom
Renault Captur
23/06/2024
We stopped in the North of Albania near Lezhë. Then visited various beaches and was able to take the car into Montenegro.
United Kingdom
Citroën C3
15/06/2024
We saw all of Albania, the mountains, the beaches and everything in between!
United Kingdom
Volkswagen Up
08/06/2024
Very good
United Kingdom
Hyundai i20
03/06/2024
Drove down to the Albanian coast through the mountains. Based ourselves in Ksamil and visited Roman ruins at Butrint, the Blue Eye and Gjirokaster.
United Kingdom
Kia Stonic
17/05/2024
People are very friendly and there are some amazing things to see
United Kingdom
Volkswagen Golf
18/09/2023
Good visits to Blue Eye, Gjirokaster and Berat
United Kingdom
Volkswagen Polo
19/07/2023
A beautiful country with an amazing history.
United Kingdom
Kia Rio
18/07/2023
Too much to type! Gjirokaster and Berat were my favourite cities, the hot spring I went to was beautiful, and I enjoyed the food everywhere I went.
Italy
Volkswagen Polo
09/07/2023
Beach, restaurants
Australia
Mitsubishi Space Star
22/05/2023
Mountains, seaside, farmland all beautiful. Some roads were great, others not so great. Tricky driving in the mountain towns like Girokaster.
United Kingdom
SsangYong Tivoli
15/04/2023
Stunning country, so glad I had a car
United Kingdom
Skoda Fabia
12/08/2022
Albania is delightful. Strong recommend
United Kingdom
VW Polo
10/08/2022
The car was in very good condition, and I will use your service again Thank you
United Kingdom
Dacia Duster
28/08/2021
Albania, great places to visit, unspoiled nature and beaches . It is a must see. Hotels are good and prices are cheap.

Car Hire Statistics

Highest-rated company
OTOQ
9.6 / 10
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Lowest-rated company
Cargini
5.5 / 10
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Total number of reviews
192
Total rental companies
59
Average daily price
$14.06
Lowest daily price
$6.21
Total cars available
2208

Top 59 suppliers in Albania in 2025

OTOQ
OTOQ
Exceptional 9.6 / 679 reviews
1 location
$22 - $216
Sharr Express
Sharr Express
Exceptional 9.2 / 117 reviews
1 location
$32 - $193
CAPITAL CAR RENTAL
CAPITAL CAR RENTAL
Exceptional 9.1 / 205 reviews
2 locations
$50 - $147
Flexways
Flexways
Exceptional 9 / 128 reviews
2 locations
$10 - $65
Europcar
Europcar
Exceptional 9 / 31 reviews
2 locations
$15 - $40
Sicily By Car
Sicily By Car
Exceptional 9 / 553 reviews
2 locations
$10 - $211
Infinity Car Rental
Infinity Car Rental
Very good 8.9 / 23 reviews
2 locations
$13 - $135
SIXT
SIXT
Very good 8.9 / 112 reviews
3 locations
$29 - $187
Viaggiare
Viaggiare
Very good 8.9 / 177 reviews
1 location
$16 - $90
WheeGo
WheeGo
Very good 8.8 / 169 reviews
2 locations
$23 - $305
Stir Rental
Stir Rental
Very good 8.8 / 13 reviews
1 location
$32 - $75
Alma Car Hire
Alma Car Hire
Very good 8.7 / 40 reviews
2 locations
$16 - $107
Select Rent a Car
Select Rent a Car
Very good 8.6 / 231 reviews
5 locations
$32 - $287
Alamo
Alamo
Very good 8.6 / 215 reviews
2 locations
$19 - $224
Radius Car Rental
Radius Car Rental
Very good 8.6 / 79 reviews
2 locations
$21 - $106
Optimo Rent
Optimo Rent
Very good 8.6 / 167 reviews
2 locations
$15 - $61
Autowill
Autowill
Very good 8.5 / 36 reviews
1 location
$20 - $57
drive365
drive365
Very good 8.5 / 253 reviews
1 location
$24 - $104
Keddy
Keddy
Very good 8.4 / 142 reviews
2 locations
$29 - $30
Rent Point Albania
Rent Point Albania
Very good 8.4 / 68 reviews
3 locations
$27 - $123
Enterprise
Enterprise
Very good 8.3 / 106 reviews
4 locations
$20 - $258
CarQ
CarQ
Very good 8 / 191 reviews
2 locations
$75
Avis
Avis
Average 7.9 / 9 reviews
3 locations
$43 - $632
Ok Mobility
Ok Mobility
Average 7.8 / 144 reviews
1 location
$11 - $150
Autounion
Autounion
Average 7.8 / 244 reviews
5 locations
$55 - $406
U-Save
U-Save
Average 7.8 / 18 reviews
1 location
$10 - $23
Thrifty
Thrifty
Average 7.7 / 0 reviews
2 locations
$10 - $23
Hertz
Hertz
Average 7.7 / 0 reviews
1 location
$10 - $23
National
National
Average 7.7 / 0 reviews
2 locations
$10 - $23
Easy Rent Albania
Easy Rent Albania
Average 7.6 / 0 reviews
2 locations
$31 - $147
Astralis
Astralis
Average 7.6 / 0 reviews
1 location
$17 - $61
GreenMotion
GreenMotion
Average 7.5 / 102 reviews
5 locations
$19 - $130
NUCarrentals
NUCarrentals
Average 7.4 / 0 reviews
1 location
$19 - $130
NextCar
NextCar
Average 7.4 / 0 reviews
1 location
$19 - $130
Street Rent A Car
Street Rent A Car
Average 7.4 / 5 reviews
2 locations
$21 - $108
Ecorent
Ecorent
Average 7.4 / 304 reviews
2 locations
$13 - $123
ACARENT
ACARENT
Average 7.4 / 145 reviews
1 location
$40 - $175
EUROCAR Rentals
EUROCAR Rentals
Average 7.4 / 243 reviews
2 locations
$17 - $137
NoktAutos
NoktAutos
Average 7.4 / 4 reviews
1 location
$22 - $29
North Car Rental
North Car Rental
Average 7.3 / 2 reviews
1 location
$18 - $99
MEX RENT A CAR
MEX RENT A CAR
Average 7.2 / 16 reviews
2 locations
$13 - $108
MOVIS Car Rental
MOVIS Car Rental
Average 7.1 / 94 reviews
1 location
$60 - $344
Yours Car Rental
Yours Car Rental
Average 7.1 / 6 reviews
1 location
$123 - $167
Autovia
Autovia
Below average 6.9 / 40 reviews
2 locations
$10 - $16
Ace Rent a car
Ace Rent a car
Below average 6.8 / 297 reviews
1 location
$39 - $44
RightCars
RightCars
Below average 6.7 / 107 reviews
1 location
$24 - $136
EXER
EXER
Below average 6.7 / 90 reviews
1 location
$15 - $115
Routes Car Rental
Routes Car Rental
Below average 6.6 / 31 reviews
2 locations
$10 - $96
AddCar
AddCar
Below average 6.5 / 96 reviews
5 locations
$21 - $101
Rental24
Rental24
Below average 6.5 / 68 reviews
2 locations
$8 - $75
Carwiz
Carwiz
Below average 6.4 / 226 reviews
2 locations
$10 - $30
ABBYCAR
ABBYCAR
Below average 6.4 / 465 reviews
2 locations
$6 - $115
Surprice
Surprice
Below average 6.2 / 489 reviews
14 locations
$10 - $67
CITY Rent a Car
CITY Rent a Car
Poor 5.9 / 211 reviews
8 locations
$15 - $249
United Rent A Car
United Rent A Car
Poor 5.8 / 23 reviews
2 locations
$14 - $279
Zezgo
Zezgo
Poor 5.7 / 209 reviews
1 location
$13 - $77
Ecovia
Ecovia
Poor 5.6 / 47 reviews
2 locations
$10 - $16
Finalrentals
Finalrentals
Poor 5.5 / 159 reviews
2 locations
$10 - $75
Cargini
Cargini
Poor 5.5 / 116 reviews
2 locations
$12 - $111
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