Book private transfers and chauffeur service in Sarandë, Albania, with pickup from hotels, apartments, Sarandë Port and other locations along the southern Albanian coast. Tirana International Airport (TIA) provides the main overland air connection, while Corfu International Airport (CFU) is a popular alternative gateway via ferry to Sarandë. Professional English-speaking drivers are available for pre-booked private journeys.
WelcomeTaxi also arranges point-to-point journeys, hourly chauffeur service and long-distance transfers from Sarandë to Ksamil, Butrint, Gjirokastër, Tirana and other destinations across Albania. Whether you are travelling for a beach holiday, sightseeing or an onward regional journey, your vehicle and pickup can be arranged in advance.
How It Works
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Choose the route and a vehicle |
| Select service type you need, choose the route (or hourly hire duration), indicate number of passengers and luggage, as well as other necessary details if needed. See the price for different vehicle classes, choose one suitable for you and press Next. |
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Choose the payment method |
| Complete the booking form, choose the payment method, press Make Booking button, make online prepayment (if needed) and get email confirmation. When a driver will be assigned to your job, his phone number will be emailed to you. |
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The driver meets you with a name tag |
| Your driver will meet you on-site with a name tag at the right time. He will walk you to the car and safely drive you to your destination. At the end of your ride, if needed, you will pay in cash or by card-to-card transfer to your driver. |
Our Benefits
English-speaking drivers
Always available — friendly, professional, and communicative.
Fixed prices — no surprises
Know your fare in advance, with no hidden fees.
Meet & greet included
Your driver will wait at arrivals with a name tag.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far in advance should I book a ride?
We recommend booking your transfer or hourly hire service at least 72 hours in advance. If you don’t have that much time, you can request an urgent transfer — we’ll let you know as soon as possible whether we can confirm it.
What pick-up time should I specify for the transfer?
If your transfer starts from an airport or railway station, please specify your flight or train arrival time as the start of your transfer. This helps the driver organize the meeting more accurately.
If your transfer starts from a hotel to an airport, please indicate the time you wish to be picked up at reception. You’ll need to calculate it yourself, allowing extra time for check-in. We recommend adding about 3 hours before your flight’s departure. For example, if your flight leaves at 14:00 and the trip takes 1 hour, your pick-up time should be 10:00.
How do I know if my order has been accepted?
After submitting your booking, you’ll receive an email with all trip details and your order status as “Waiting”. Once we receive and confirm your payment, the status will change to “Accepted”, and you’ll receive another email confirmation.
If you don’t receive the confirmation email, please contact our support team at office@welcome.taxi.
How do I change my booking?
To make changes to your booking, please contact our support team at office@welcome.taxi.
Important note: Requests for changes made less than 72 hours before your trip may be declined.
How can I cancel my booking?
You can cancel your booking in two ways:
- Via the booking page on our website — use the cancellation number provided in your booking voucher, at least 72 hours before the trip.
- By contacting our support team if it’s less than 72 hours before your ride.
Important note: In case of urgent cancellation, we may not be able to refund your deposit. The free cancellation period is stated in your confirmation email.
What should I do if my flight is delayed?
If your flight is delayed by less than 30 minutes, the driver will adjust their arrival time automatically.
If the delay is longer, please inform the driver directly (their phone number is in your confirmation voucher) or contact WelcomeTaxi Customer Support at office@welcome.taxi. Please include your order number and the new arrival time.
Important note: The driver may charge an additional fee for extended waiting time.
How will I find my driver?
For airport transfers, if you’ve added the meet-and-greet option to your order, the driver will meet you in the arrivals area — right after passport control and baggage claim. You’ll see a name sign with your first and last names (or custom text, if specified in your booking).
Important note: We strongly recommend adding the meet-and-greet option to your airport transfer booking.
For hotel pickups, the driver will wait for you in the hotel lobby. Detailed meeting instructions and your driver’s contact number are provided in your booking confirmation voucher.
How can I be sure that my driver will pick me up?
WelcomeTaxi guarantees that your driver will do their best to meet you on time.
Both you and the driver will have each other’s phone or WhatsApp number. Please keep your mobile phone switched on at the time of pickup. If you can’t reach the driver, contact our support team immediately.
I can’t find my driver. What should I do?
If you can’t find your driver, please double-check the name signs again — the driver may have missed you in the crowd.
Try calling or messaging the driver via WhatsApp. If there’s no response within the meeting time, contact our support team.
If necessary, go to the airport’s Information Desk to arrange a local taxi to your destination.
Important note: If the driver fails to meet you, we will refund your payment.
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Private Transfers and Chauffeur Service in Sarandë
Sarandë is one of the best-known destinations on the Albanian Riviera, set on the Ionian Sea opposite the Greek island of Corfu. The city combines beaches, waterfront hotels, restaurants and a lively promenade with easy access to some of southern Albania's most important attractions, including Ksamil, Butrint and the Blue Eye.
WelcomeTaxi provides pre-booked private transfers and chauffeur service in Sarandë for individual travellers, couples, families and groups. Transportation can be arranged from hotels, apartments, Sarandë Port and other locations in the city, as well as for regional and long-distance journeys across Albania. Booking in advance is particularly useful when travelling with luggage, arriving by ferry or continuing directly to another destination.
Airport Transfers for Sarandë
Sarandë does not currently have its own commercial passenger airport. Tirana International Airport (TIA) is Albania's principal international airport and provides the main all-road airport connection to Sarandë, although the journey covers a substantial distance through the country.
Corfu International Airport (CFU) in Greece is geographically much closer and is widely used by travellers reaching Sarandë via the ferry connection from Corfu. In this case, the journey consists of two separate stages: airport transportation on Corfu followed by the ferry to Albania, with onward road transportation beginning at Sarandë Port.
Travellers should therefore choose their arrival route according to flight schedules, ferry timings and their wider itinerary rather than assuming that Sarandë has a nearby mainland airport.
Tirana Airport to Sarandë Transfers
Tirana International Airport is the main Albanian aviation gateway for travellers who want to reach Sarandë entirely by road. A private transfer provides direct door-to-door transportation from the airport to accommodation in Sarandë without requiring passengers to continue by intercity bus and local taxi.
Because this is a long-distance journey, advance booking is particularly valuable. Passengers can arrange the required vehicle, luggage capacity and pickup before arrival and continue directly towards southern Albania.
Private transfers can also be useful for families and groups who prefer to travel together rather than manage several stages of public transportation after an international flight.
Corfu Airport and Ferry Connections to Sarandë
Corfu International Airport is an important alternative gateway for Sarandë because the Greek island lies directly across the Ionian Sea. Passenger ferries connect Corfu with Sarandë, making this air-and-sea route popular with international visitors.
Travellers arriving through CFU should remember that there is no direct road transfer from Corfu Airport to Sarandë. Passengers first travel from the airport to the appropriate port in Corfu, cross the international border by ferry and then continue by road after arriving at Sarandë Port.
WelcomeTaxi can arrange onward transportation from Sarandë Port to hotels, resorts and regional destinations in Albania, allowing the final stage of the journey to be organised in advance.
Sarandë Port Transfers
Sarandë Port is one of the city's most important transport hubs and provides regular passenger connections with Corfu. It is therefore a major arrival point for international visitors who fly into Greece before continuing to southern Albania.
A private transfer from the port can take passengers directly to a hotel or apartment in Sarandë, a resort in Ksamil or another destination farther inland. This is especially convenient for travellers carrying suitcases or arriving with children.
When booking a port transfer, passengers should provide the ferry company, expected arrival time and destination address so that pickup can be coordinated correctly.
Getting Around Sarandë
Central Sarandë is relatively compact, and much of the waterfront area can be explored on foot. Local taxis and buses provide transportation within the city and towards nearby destinations.
Private transportation becomes more useful when travelling with luggage, visiting several attractions during the same day or reaching locations outside the central urban area. A pre-booked vehicle can also simplify journeys between hotels, the ferry port, beaches and regional attractions.
During the busy summer season, traffic and demand for local transport can increase significantly, making advance planning particularly useful.
Chauffeur Service in Sarandë
Hourly chauffeur service is suitable for travellers who want a vehicle available for several journeys during the same period. The driver and vehicle can remain available according to the booked schedule for sightseeing, restaurants, beaches and other stops.
This can be particularly useful around Sarandë because many popular attractions are outside the city itself. A chauffeur allows travellers to combine several locations during the same day without arranging a new taxi after every stop.
Families and groups can also reserve vans or larger vehicles so that everyone travels together throughout the itinerary.
Private Transfers from Sarandë to Ksamil
Ksamil is one of the most popular destinations near Sarandë and is known for its beaches, small islands and resort accommodation. It lies south of the city on the road towards Butrint.
Private transfers can connect Sarandë Port, city hotels and apartments directly with accommodation in Ksamil. This is especially convenient for travellers arriving by ferry who want to continue straight to their resort without staying in central Sarandë.
Transfers can also be arranged in the opposite direction for ferry departures or other onward travel.
Transfers to Butrint
Butrint is one of Albania's most important archaeological destinations and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It lies south of Ksamil and is easily combined with a stay in Sarandë.
Private transportation can connect Sarandë or Ksamil directly with the archaeological site. For travellers who want to visit both Ksamil and Butrint during the same outing, hourly chauffeur service may provide greater flexibility than separate point-to-point transfers.
The Blue Eye and Regional Sightseeing
The Blue Eye, known locally as Syri i Kaltër, is a famous natural spring inland from Sarandë. It is one of the most popular excursions from the city and can be visited as part of a private road itinerary.
A chauffeur service can be useful when combining the Blue Eye with other attractions, villages or restaurants during the same day. This avoids relying on public transport schedules and allows the itinerary to be planned around the traveller's preferred stops.
Private Transfers from Sarandë to Gjirokastër
Gjirokastër is one of southern Albania's most important historic cities and another popular destination from Sarandë. Its Ottoman-era architecture, hillside setting and UNESCO-listed historic centre make it a natural addition to a southern Albania itinerary.
A private transfer provides direct transportation from a Sarandë hotel, apartment or port to accommodation in Gjirokastër. Door-to-door travel is particularly convenient for passengers with luggage or travellers changing hotels as part of a wider tour of Albania.
Long-Distance Transfers from Sarandë
WelcomeTaxi can arrange long-distance transfers from Sarandë to destinations elsewhere in Albania according to route and operational availability. Passengers can be collected from a hotel, apartment or port and taken directly to the final destination in the same vehicle.
Private long-distance transportation can be especially convenient for journeys to Tirana and other cities when travellers prefer door-to-door service over scheduled intercity buses. Families and groups can also travel together with their luggage throughout the journey.
For itineraries involving several destinations, hourly, multi-stop or multi-day chauffeur arrangements may provide additional flexibility.
Why Pre-Book Instead of Taking a Regular Taxi?
Local taxis are available in Sarandë and work well for many short journeys. A pre-booked private transfer is more useful when transportation needs to be confirmed in advance, when a particular vehicle size is required or when the journey continues well beyond the city.
Ferry passengers can arrange their pickup before arriving at Sarandë Port, while families and groups can reserve sufficient passenger and luggage capacity. For longer journeys, the complete route can be organised beforehand rather than negotiated after pickup.
International visitors may also prefer transportation with an English-speaking driver, particularly for port pickups, sightseeing itineraries and long-distance travel across Albania.
Useful Travel Information for Sarandë
Sarandë has no operational commercial passenger airport of its own. Tirana International Airport (TIA) is the principal Albanian airport for direct overland travel, while Corfu International Airport (CFU) is a highly relevant alternative gateway because of the ferry connection between Corfu and Sarandë.
Travellers arriving through Corfu should plan the airport transfer, ferry journey and Albanian road transfer as separate stages. Ferry schedules and international border procedures should be taken into account when arranging connections.
Sarandë is also the main base for visiting Ksamil, Butrint and other attractions of southern Albania. When booking transportation, provide accurate ferry or flight information, passenger numbers, luggage requirements and the complete destination address so that an appropriate vehicle can be arranged.
Book a Private Transfer in Sarandë
WelcomeTaxi offers pre-booked transportation for Sarandë Port arrivals, city and resort transfers, chauffeur hire and long-distance journeys across southern Albania. Whether you need transportation to Ksamil, a private vehicle for sightseeing around Butrint and the Blue Eye or a direct transfer to Gjirokastër, Tirana or another destination, your journey can be arranged in advance with a suitable vehicle and professional driver.