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Time Out Names Tirana Europe’s Cheapest City as UK Interest Surges

Three-hour flights alongside mid‑20s autumn temperatures make the Albanian capital an easy weekend choice.

Overview

  • Time Out’s latest ranking places Tirana at the top for Europe’s most affordable holiday city.
  • Typical local prices include museum tickets at roughly £2.50–£5, pints around £2.24 and cocktails near £6.
  • Flights from the UK take just over three hours, positioning the city well for short breaks.
  • Autumn conditions are reported at about 25°C through September and October, warmer than the UK.
  • Saga Holidays reports a 91% year-on-year rise in UK searches for Tirana, indicating growing traveler interest.