Air Albania Stadium, also known as Arena Kombëtare, is Albania’s national football stadium in central Tirana, near Mother Teresa Square. It’s about an 11-minute walk from Hotel Italia.
- Location: near Mother Teresa Square, central Tirana.
- Capacity: 22,000 seats.
- Match entry: bring an official identity document and use the electronic entry device assigned to your ticket.
- Stadium name: Air Albania Stadium, also known as Arena Kombëtare.
Where Air Albania Stadium is
Air Albania Stadium is in central Tirana, close to Mother Teresa Square. The stadium complex is an octagonal, multifaceted structure designed by Marco Casamonti of Archea Associati, and includes a 112-metre-tall, 24-storey tower.
The current stadium stands on the site of the former Qemal Stafa Stadium. The original stadium was designed by Italian architect Gherardo Bosio in 1939–1941; construction began in August 1939, stopped in 1943 and was completed after World War II. The current venue was inaugurated in November 2019 during the Albania–France match.
The first floor of the complex houses the Museum of Albanian Football, with photographs, video and audio about the history of the sport in Albania. Its central location also fits naturally into a one-day Tirana itinerary.
How to check fixtures and events
Check the stadium or event organiser’s official channels for current fixtures and event details before planning a visit. Match schedules and ticket arrangements can differ from one event to another, so use the information for the specific fixture you plan to attend.
For an event day, confirm the advertised entry arrangements and any venue instructions before setting out. That gives you the relevant details for your ticket and arrival, rather than relying on arrangements for another match.
Tickets and stadium entry
Stadium rules require each spectator to hold a personal, non-transferable ticket and show an official identity document to enter. Use the electronic entry device with your ticket, then take only the seat allocated to you.
Safety officials and stewards may search spectators and their belongings, including with hand wands, for illegal, banned or dangerous materials. The rules prohibit harmful or flammable substances, dyes, drugs, fireworks, bengalas, other pyrotechnics and smoke bombs.
Entry for people with disabilities is governed by Air Albania policy and is guaranteed only up to the full occupancy of allocated seats. Check the official site before you go for current event instructions and access arrangements.
How do you get to the stadium?
For a match, follow the event’s arrival instructions as you approach the venue.
If you’re arriving in Tirana by air, check the Tirana airport transfer to Hotel Italia details around your arrival.
Parking and match-day transport
For parking and transport arrangements, rely on the instructions issued for the event you’re attending. Check those details before travelling, especially if you plan to arrive by car, and follow any directions for access around the stadium.
Keep your ticket and identity document ready for entry, and use the gate and seat details shown on your ticket.
FAQs
What is Air Albania Stadium also called?
It is also known as Arena Kombëtare.
How many seats does Air Albania Stadium have?
The stadium has 22,000 seats.
What should you bring to enter the stadium?
Bring your personal ticket and an official identity document. The ticket must be used at an electronic entry device.
Is there a museum at the stadium?
Yes. The first floor houses the Museum of Albanian Football, with photographs, video and audio about Albanian football history.