Travel Costs in Albania
All figures are approximate estimates in USD for comparison.
- Budget / day
- $40
- Mid-range / day
- $90
- Luxury / day
- $220
- Budget meal
- $5
- Coffee
- $1.5
- Local transport
- $0.5
- Budget hotel
- $20
- Mid-range hotel
- $55
Overview
Albania is one of the most affordable destinations in Europe, with low costs for food, accommodation, and local transport making it ideal for budget travelers. Prices are noticeably higher in coastal resort towns like Saranda and Ksamil during peak summer months, while inland cities like Shkodër and Berat remain very inexpensive year-round. The overall low price level is driven by Albania's developing economy and lower average wages compared to Western Europe.
Notes
Use furgons (shared minibuses) instead of taxis for intercity travel, as they cost a fraction of the price and connect most towns efficiently. Eating at local qebaptore or byrek shops rather than tourist-facing restaurants can cut your food budget significantly.