Travelling from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG): what you need to know
Algiers's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Algiers five hours ahead of Toronto.
Your YYZ to ALG flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Travelling during a peak time such as August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG)
At the moment, $1,244 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Pearson International Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $1,322. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from YYZ to ALG. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when looking for a flight from Pearson International Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from YYZ to ALG.
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Handy information about Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Of the flights that depart from Pearson International Airport, 63.97% land on time at their destination.
To reach Pearson International Airport from central Toronto, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of about 50 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Pearson International Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels near YYZ:
Arriving at Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Pearson International Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near ALG instead:
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.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Houari Boumediene Airport about two weeks before your travel date.
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 reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Pearson International Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Algiers. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Pearson International Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport for August if you'd like to visit Algiers during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 21ºC and 34ºC.
February sees average temperatures of between 4ºC and 19ºC. Search for cheap tickets from YYZ to ALG sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Algeria
Algiers has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Algeria you should also see. Around 40 kilometres east of Algiers, a trip to Boumerdas will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Bouloudrome Beach, Aire de Jeux and Frond mère.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in Algeria, consider Oran, roughly 354 kilometres west of Algiers. La Gare d'Oran, Place du 1er Novembre and Round point latifa are among its highlights.
