Cheap Flights from Algiers (ALG) to Istanbul (IST)

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Flight deals from Algiers to Istanbul

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Algiers Airport to Istanbul Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £154. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Algiers to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Algiers to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in November.

Direct flights from Algiers to Istanbul

Algiers to Istanbul: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Algiers to Istanbul below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Istanbul.

Algiers to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£79
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time3 hrs, 34 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week132

Finding cheap flights from Algiers to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Algiers to Istanbul is £154. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours and 34 minutes is the average flight time from Algiers to Istanbul.
Turkish Airlines and Air Algerie fly direct from Algiers to Istanbul.
As of June 2026, there are 146 flights per week flying from Algiers to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from Algiers to Istanbul is usually July.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Algiers Airport to Istanbul Airport on Sunday, 12 July 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 34 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Istanbul but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Istanbul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Air Algerie offers the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Flying from Algiers Airport (ALG) to Istanbul Airport (IST): what you need to know

  • Book a direct flight from Algiers Airport to Istanbul Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 35 minutes.

  • Istanbul is two hours ahead of Algiers and follows the UTC+3 timezone.

  • Each week, there are 51 Algiers Airport to Istanbul Airport flights. If you want to take off as soon as possible, take the 00:30 Turkish Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight is at 23:55 with Turkish Airlines.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your ALG to IST flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.

  • You can expect bigger queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.

  • Turkish Airlines is your gateway to exploring Istanbul (and maybe even some other great corners of Türkiye (Turkey)!). Check out the direct flights from Algiers Airport to Istanbul Airport offered by this carrier.

  • Turkish Airlines has the highest passenger demand on this route.

  • If you'd like to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Algiers Airport to Istanbul Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between ALG and IST:

    • Rome Fiumicino Airport

    • Lyon Airport

    • Tunis Carthage Airport

Handy information about Algiers Airport (ALG)

  • Algiers Airport is about 18 kms (11 miles) from central Algiers. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • The trip on public transport usually takes 45 minutes.

  • Have an early flight from Algiers Airport to Istanbul Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to ALG:

Arriving at Istanbul Airport (IST)

When to fly to Istanbul Airport (IST)

  • It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Algiers Airport to Istanbul Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Istanbul. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.

  • When reserving your flight from Algiers Airport to Istanbul Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Istanbul, with the temperature ranging from 21ºC to 30ºC.

  • Look for cheap tickets from ALG to IST in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC and 11ºC on average.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • You've done Istanbul, now it's time to explore more of Türkiye (Turkey). Travel around 354 kms (220 miles) east to Ankara to tick off its top attractions. From The Roman Theatre to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.

  • Izmir is another standout destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kms (200 miles) south-west of Istanbul. No trip is complete without a visit to Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.