Travelling from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 40 minutes.
The timezone in Algiers is UTC+1, which is two hours behind Istanbul.
Flights from IST to ALG start from 01:30 — the first with Airhub Airlines. The last service of the day is at 21:45 with Turkish Airlines. Overall, there are 57 weekly Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport flights.
Leave plenty of time to make your IST to ALG flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time like April? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airhub Airlines offers direct flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Algiers — and maybe even more of Algeria if your schedule allows.
Most travellers choose to fly with Airhub Airlines on this route.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport. These are the top stopovers between IST and ALG:
Tunis-Carthage International Airport
Marseille Provence Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG)
£93 is currently the best price for a one-way Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport flight. Return flights start at £167. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from IST to ALG, reserve your journey ten months before your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Central Istanbul to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is around 30 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 50 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to IST? If you've booked an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ALG instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Houari Boumediene Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Location de Voitures, Locationauto or Hertz and explore beyond Algiers's main sights.
Reserving your vehicle from Houari Boumediene Airport about two weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) to central Algiers
Houari Boumediene Airport to central Algiers has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 11 miles away.
When to fly to Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG)
August is the most popular month for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Algiers in April.
Before locking in your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Algiers, with the temperature ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
February has average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Search for cheap tickets from IST to ALG around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Algeria
Algiers has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Algeria you should also see. About 25 miles east of Algiers, a trip to Boumerdas will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Bouloudrome Beach, Aire de Jeux and Frond mère.
If there's time to check out another major destination in Algeria, consider Oran, about 220 miles west of Algiers. La Gare d'Oran, Place du 1er Novembre and Round point latifa are among the biggest draws.