Flying from Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) to Istanbul: what you need to know
Approximately 3 hours 38 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Houari Boumediene Airport to Istanbul.
Houari Boumediene Airport is located in Algiers. Operating on the UTC+3 timezone, Istanbul is 2 hours ahead of Algiers.
The busiest route is from Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Take your pick of 56 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from ALG to IST is the 00:20 Turkish Airlines service. If you prefer travelling later, the final departure is at 22:30 with Air Algerie.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from ALG to Istanbul.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
You can book a nonstop flight from Houari Boumediene Airport to Istanbul. Start your trip at ALG and arrive at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST).
Book your ticket with Turkish Airlines. This well-known airline offers direct flights from Houari Boumediene Airport to Istanbul.
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from ALG to Istanbul. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
Tunis-Carthage International Airport (TUN)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
To enter Türkiye (Turkey) for tourism purposes, you will need an e-visa if you have a passport from Algeria. However, visa rules are subject to change and you may need other documents depending on the length and purpose of your trip. Always check the most up-to-date guidelines before booking your cheap ticket from Houari Boumediene Airport to Istanbul.
ALG is approximately 18 kilometres from central Algiers. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 22 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Booked an early flight from Houari Boumediene Airport to Istanbul? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near ALG:
How to find the cheapest flights from Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) to Istanbul
105 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Houari Boumediene Airport to Istanbul. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 186 €. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Book 3 months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from ALG to Istanbul.
The cheapest month for tickets from Houari Boumediene Airport to Istanbul is November. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool and choose the date that offers the best deal.
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Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to the centre of Istanbul is around 50 minutes by car. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour and 45 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Houari Boumediene Airport to Istanbul, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near IST:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
After your flight from Houari Boumediene Airport to Istanbul has touched down, you can get to the city centre in about 57 minutes by car. Central Istanbul is roughly 48 kilometres from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 1 hour and 30 minutes.
After your flight from ALG to Istanbul, tuck yourself in at a hotel near SAW. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Istanbul
August is the busiest month for flights from Houari Boumediene Airport to Istanbul. To steer clear of the crowds, plan your trip to Istanbul in February when it's quieter.
Before you book a flight from Houari Boumediene Airport to Istanbul, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Istanbul, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC to 30ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 2ºC and 11ºC. Look for cheap flights from ALG to Istanbul sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Istanbul
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Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Topkapi Palace, The Basilica Cistern and Galata Tower are must-visits when exploring Istanbul.
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