Travelling from Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) to Cairo International Airport (CAI): what you need to know
3 hours 45 minutes is the average duration of a direct flight from Houari Boumediene Airport to Cairo International Airport. Cairo is 1 hour ahead of Algiers and operates on the UTC+2 timezone.
Flights from Houari Boumediene Airport to Cairo International Airport start from 00:50 — the first with EgyptAir. The latest departure is the 21:50 service with EgyptAir. Overall, you can choose from 25 services every week from ALG to CAI.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as August and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Jetting into Cairo (and then discovering more of Egypt!) is straightforward with EgyptAir. This popular airline offers direct flights from Houari Boumediene Airport to Cairo International Airport.
If you'd like to have a stopover for your flight from Houari Boumediene Airport to Cairo International Airport, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' and check out your options. Here are the top stopovers between ALG and CAI:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Tunis-Carthage International Airport
Before getting your cheap ticket from ALG to CAI, check if you need a visa to enter Egypt. Visa and travel document requirements may vary and are updated frequently. To get the latest information, get in touch with the nearest consulate or embassy of the country you're flying to.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Houari Boumediene Airport to Cairo International Airport is £99. The cheapest price for a return flight is £169. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from ALG to CAI by booking at least 3 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
November is the cheapest month for tickets from Houari Boumediene Airport to Cairo International Airport. If you want to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Handy information about Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG)
Central Algiers to Houari Boumediene Airport is around 11 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 22 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
After a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near ALG. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Houari Boumediene Airport to Cairo International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Cairo International Airport (CAI)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Houari Boumediene Airport to Cairo International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CAI instead:
Getting from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
From Cairo International Airport, Cairo is approximately 13 miles away. It takes around 31 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 1 hour and 26 minutes.
When to fly to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Houari Boumediene Airport to Cairo International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Cairo. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from Houari Boumediene Airport to Cairo International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Cairo, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC to 40ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from ALG to CAI in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 8ºC and 22ºC on average.
More about Cairo
Start your Cairo trip right by finding a wonderful place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from ALG to CAI, browse our accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Giza pyramids, Egyptian Museum and Khan El-Khalili are highlights which should feature on every Cairo itinerary.
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