Flying from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG): what you need to know
Algiers's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Algiers four hours 30 minutes behind Chennai.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your MAA to ALG flight.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Chennai Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between MAA and ALG:
Dubai Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Chennai Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport flight is 270 €. A return plane ticket right now is 520 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from MAA to ALG. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Find the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Chennai Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
76.04% of flights departing from Chennai Airport arrive at their destination on time.
To reach Chennai Airport from central Chennai, it takes around 45 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from Chennai Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to MAA:
Arriving at Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG)
If you're arriving on a late Chennai Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these hotels near ALG:
Pick up a Houari Boumediene Airport rental car and discover Algiers and beyond with your own set of wheels. Location de Voitures, Locationauto and Hertz are top outlets you can book with here.
Booking your ride from Houari Boumediene Airport around two weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) to central Algiers
Houari Boumediene Airport is roughly 18 kilometres from central Algiers. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
When to fly to Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Chennai Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Algiers. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from Chennai Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Algiers, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
February has average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MAA to ALG around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Algeria
Boumerdas is just one of the many cities in Algeria waiting to be explored after you've experienced Algiers. Around 40 kilometres away to the east, well-known attractions include Bouloudrome Beach, Aire de Jeux and Frond mère.
Oran is another must-experience destination in Algeria and is around 354 kilometres west of Algiers. No trip is complete without dropping by La Gare d'Oran, Place du 1er Novembre and Round point latifa.
