Flying from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG): what you need to know
Algiers's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Algiers ten hours behind Sydney.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your SYD to ALG flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Choose a stopover if you prefer to break up your flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see all your options for tickets from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport. Dubai Airport is a popular stopover on the SYD to ALG route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG)
Right now, RM2,391 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is RM5,386. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SYD to ALG if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
69.62% of flights leaving from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport arrive at their destination on time.
To reach Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport from central Sydney, it takes around 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of about 25 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels near SYD:
Arriving at Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near ALG instead:
Pick up a Houari Boumediene Airport rental car and explore Algiers and beyond with your own wheels. Location de Voitures, Locationauto and Hertz are top outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Houari Boumediene Airport about two weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) to central Algiers
From Houari Boumediene Airport, Algiers is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Algiers. If you like a quieter vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport for August if you'd like to go to Algiers during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from SYD to ALG in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
Explore more of Algeria
You've seen Algiers, now it's time to discover other parts of Algeria. Journey around 40 kilometres east to Boumerdas to check off its leading sights. From Bouloudrome Beach to Aire de Jeux and Frond mère, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 354 kilometres west of Algiers, Oran is another essential stop in Algeria. Experience major highlights starting with La Gare d'Oran, Place du 1er Novembre and Round point latifa.