Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Algiers Airport (ALG): what you need to know
The timezone in Algiers is UTC+1, which is nine hours ahead of San Francisco.
To ensure you get on your SFO to ALG flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Algiers Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between SFO and ALG:
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Rome Fiumicino Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Algiers Airport (ALG)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Algiers Airport flight is £270. A return ticket is currently £478. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap tickets from SFO to ALG, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when searching for a flight from San Francisco International Airport to Algiers Airport.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from SFO to ALG by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Find the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Algiers Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Of the flights that depart from San Francisco International Airport, 78% land on schedule at their destination.
Central San Francisco to San Francisco International Airport is approximately 21 kms (13 miles). Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to SFO? If you're boarding an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Algiers Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Algiers Airport (ALG)
Consider booking a hotel near ALG if you're taking a late San Francisco International Airport to Algiers Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Algiers Airport rental car and explore Algiers and beyond with your own wheels. Location de Voitures, Locationauto and Hertz are top providers you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Algiers Airport around two weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Algiers Airport (ALG) to central Algiers
Algiers Airport is roughly 18 kms (11 miles) from central Algiers. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
It typically takes 45 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Algiers Airport (ALG)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Algiers Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Algiers. If you like a quieter vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Algiers is August, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 34ºC. Lock in your flights from San Francisco International Airport to Algiers Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
February sees average temperatures of between 4ºC and 19ºC. Look for cheap tickets from SFO to ALG sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Algeria
Algiers is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to what Algeria offers. Extend your adventure to Boumerdas, which is around 40 kms (25 miles) away to the east. From complexe touristique rocher de la mére to Rocher noir, there's so much to see and do in this fascinating city.
Any trip through Algeria should include a visit to Oran. Citadelle de la Casbah and Museum Ahmed Zabana are among the highlights in this well-known destination, which is around 354 kms (220 miles) west of Algiers.
