Flying from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Algiers Airport (ALG): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Algiers Airport is 2 hours 40 minutes.
Algiers's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Frankfurt.
Flights from FRA to ALG start from 09:15 — the earliest with Lufthansa. The last departure is at 22:00 with Lufthansa. Overall, you can take your pick of 11 weekly Frankfurt am Main Airport to Algiers Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your FRA to ALG flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Travelling during a peak month such as September? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Jetting into Algiers (and then discovering more of Algeria!) is a cinch with Lufthansa. This popular airline has direct flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Algiers Airport.
Lufthansa has the highest passenger demand on this route.
Lufthansa is the most punctual carrier operating FRA to ALG flights.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Algiers Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Stopovers between FRA and ALG include:
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Barcelona Airport
Marseille Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Algiers Airport (ALG)
At the moment, $260 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Frankfurt am Main Airport to Algiers Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $363. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
To score cheap tickets from FRA to ALG, book in advance. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Algiers Airport. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
Snapping up cheap flights from FRA to ALG is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when fares go down.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Algiers Airport.
Handy information about Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
Of all flights leaving Frankfurt am Main Airport, 74% touch down on time at their destination.
Frankfurt am Main Airport is about 11 kilometres from central Frankfurt. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of around 20 minutes when using public transport.
Have an early flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Algiers Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to FRA:
Arriving at Algiers Airport (ALG)
If you're getting in on a late Frankfurt am Main Airport to Algiers Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near ALG:
Pick up a Algiers Airport rental car and discover Algiers and beyond with your own set of wheels. Location de Voitures, Locationauto and Hertz are popular providers you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Algiers Airport around two weeks before you travel.
Getting from Algiers Airport (ALG) to central Algiers
From Algiers Airport, Algiers is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Algiers Airport (ALG)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Algiers Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Algiers. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in March.
Lock in your flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Algiers Airport for August if you want to visit Algiers during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 21ºC and 34ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from FRA to ALG in February if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 4ºC and 19ºC on average.
Explore more of Algeria
Algiers is just scratching the surface of what Algeria has to offer. Head onward to Boumerdas, which is about 40 kilometres away to the east. From complexe touristique rocher de la mére to Rocher noir, there's no shortage of things to do in this must-visit city.
Where to next? Journey to Oran. It's about 354 kilometres west of Algiers and boasts highlights including Citadelle de la Casbah and Museum Ahmed Zabana.