Travelling from Istanbul to Algiers Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG): What you need to know
There are two main airports where your trip can begin in Istanbul. Check out your options leaving from Istanbul Airport (IST) or Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) when reserving your flight from Istanbul to Algiers Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG).
3 hours 40 minutes is the average journey time for a direct Istanbul to Algiers Houari Boumediene Airport flight.
Algiers Houari Boumediene Airport is located in Algiers. The city follows the UTC+1 timezone and is two hours behind Istanbul.
Istanbul Airport (IST) to Algiers Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) is the most popular route. There are 52 direct weekly flights to choose from. If you prefer starting your day later, hop on the last flight with Turkish Airlines at 9:50pm. Opt for the first IST to ALG departure with Airhub Airlines at 1:30am if you're aiming for an earlier start.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your flight from Istanbul to ALG.
Flying during a popular month such as August? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Fly without interruptions from Istanbul Airport (IST). Nonstop flights from Istanbul to Algiers Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) can be booked from here.
You can travel on a direct flight from Istanbul to Algiers Houari Boumediene Airport with Turkish Airlines. This popular carrier operates departures from IST.
Most passengers prefer to book seats with Turkish Airlines between IST and ALG.
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Istanbul to ALG. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Istanbul Airport (IST). Break up the journey at one of these popular options:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
Located around 40 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul, IST can be reached in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near Istanbul Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Istanbul to Algiers Houari Boumediene Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
You can book a direct Istanbul to Algiers Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) plane ticket with departures from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). Work out whether leaving from SAW works best for your plans.
AJet has direct flights from Istanbul to ALG out of SAW. Book your favourite aisle (or window) seat and arrive at your destination in a single stretch.
On the SAW to ALG route, AJet is the favourite choice for most passengers.
Pegasus Airlines has the strongest on-time record of any carrier operating flights between Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and Algiers Houari Boumediene Airport.
Experience more along the way with a stopover on your flight from Istanbul to Algiers Houari Boumediene Airport. Check out these connections between Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and ALG:
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Lyon Saint Exupery Airport (LYS)
Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
SAW is about 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. It'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Istanbul to ALG flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
68% of flights leaving Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
About Algiers Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG)
If you have a late flight from Istanbul to Algiers Houari Boumediene Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near ALG:
For the best deal, book your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your Istanbul to Algiers Houari Boumediene Airport flight.
Getting from Algiers Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) to central Algiers
Algiers Houari Boumediene Airport is around 18 kilometres from the centre of Algiers. It takes around 25 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Algiers Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG)
Currently, $115 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Algiers Houari Boumediene Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $239. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book four months before you want to travel. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Istanbul to ALG.
The best month for finding cheap Istanbul to Algiers Houari Boumediene Airport tickets is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates that offer the biggest savings.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know when a better deal is available on plane tickets from Istanbul to ALG.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to Algiers Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG)
December is the quietest month for flights from Istanbul to Algiers Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG), while August is the busiest. Find the best time to visit Algiers based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Algiers is August, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 34ºC. Book your Istanbul to ALG plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Search for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Algiers Houari Boumediene Airport in February if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC and 19ºC.
More about Algiers
Start your Algiers trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Algiers Houari Boumediene Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
There are plenty of exciting things to do in Algiers when you're in the mood to sightsee. Start exploring at Church of Notre Dame d'Afrique followed by Palace of the Dey and Ruine de Rome Tipaza.
Explore more of Algeria
Algiers has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Algeria just waiting to be explored. Around 209 kilometres east of Algiers, a trip to Setif will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Byzantine Fortress, Setif Museum - Museum d'archeologie and Ancient Jewish church.
Any trip through Algeria wouldn't feel complete without exploring Tiaret. Tiaret Forest and Mujahid Museum are just a couple of highlights in this well-known destination, which is around 225 kilometres southwest of Algiers.
