Travelling from Johannesburg to Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG): What you need to know
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is Johannesburg's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Johannesburg to Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) jetting off from here.
The timezone in Algiers is UTC+1, which is one hour behind Johannesburg. Houari Boumediene Airport is located in Algiers.
To ensure you get on your flight from Johannesburg to ALG, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
If you're heading away during a bank holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even explore another city. When searching for cheap flights from Johannesburg to ALG leaving from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
JNB is around 29 kilometres from central Johannesburg. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near O.R. Tambo International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Johannesburg to Houari Boumediene Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels are just the thing:
Of all flights departing from O.R. Tambo International Airport, 77.1% touch down on time at their destination.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
Depending on traffic, you can drive to HLA from central Johannesburg in around 50 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Johannesburg to ALG flight? Check in to a hotel near Lanseria International Airport before your trip officially begins. These stays have a room with your name on it:
About Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG)
If you have a late flight from Johannesburg to Houari Boumediene Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near ALG:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Houari Boumediene Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Location de Voitures, Locationauto or Hertz to explore Algiers and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle around two weeks before your Johannesburg to Houari Boumediene Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Johannesburg to Houari Boumediene Airport is $793. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,070. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Johannesburg to ALG if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when searching for your Johannesburg to Houari Boumediene Airport ticket.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal on flight tickets from Johannesburg to ALG.
Find an affordable flight from Johannesburg to Houari Boumediene Airport by using the search filters. Select your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Johannesburg to Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG)
April is the quietest month for flights from Johannesburg to Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG), while August is the most popular. Figure out the ideal time to go to Algiers based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Johannesburg to ALG flight ticket departing in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Algiers to range from 21ºC to 34ºC.
February sees temperatures of between 4ºC and 19ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Johannesburg to Houari Boumediene Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Algiers
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Algiers right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from Johannesburg to Houari Boumediene Airport:
You'll find plenty of awesome things to do in Algiers when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Start exploring at Notre Dame d'Afrique followed by Quartier ottoman de la basse casbah and Palace of the Dey.
Explore more of Algeria
You've seen Algiers, now it's time to explore other corners of Algeria. Journey about 209 kilometres east to Setif to check off its leading sights. From La Wilaya de Sétif/ⴰⴳⴻⵣⴷⵓ ⵙⵟⵉⴼ to Citadelle Byzantine and Mosquée Fodil El Ouartilani, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Tiaret is another standout destination in Algeria and is around 225 kilometres south-west of Algiers. No journey is complete without dropping by Public Garden, Masdjid Ibn Badiss and Rostom Park Tiaret.