Flying from Sale Airport (RBA) to Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG): what you need to know
Rabat and Algiers share the UTC+1 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your RBA to ALG flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Sale Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between RBA and ALG:
Paris Orly Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sale Airport (RBA) to Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG)
Currently, 62 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Sale Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 172 €. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from RBA to ALG. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Sale Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport throughout the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from RBA to ALG by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Sale Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport.
Handy information about Sale Airport (RBA)
70.83% of flights that leave from Sale Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Sale Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Rabat. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport.
Need a convenient hotel close to RBA? If you're catching an early flight from Sale Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG)
Consider staying in a hotel near ALG if you have a late Sale Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Travel at your own speed with a Houari Boumediene Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Location de Voitures, Locationauto or Hertz and discover more of Algiers and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Houari Boumediene Airport about two weeks before your trip.
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)
The quietest month for a flight from Sale Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Algiers based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Algiers is August, with the temperature ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your flights from Sale Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
February sees average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Look for cheap tickets from RBA to ALG sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Algeria
Boumerdas is just one of the many places in Algeria waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Algiers. Around 40 kilometres away to the east, check out popular attractions including Bouloudrome Beach, Aire de Jeux and Frond mère.
Oran is another well-known destination in Algeria and is around 354 kilometres west of Algiers. No trip is complete without a visit to La Gare d'Oran, Place du 1er Novembre and Round point latifa.