Travelling from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG): what you need to know
The timezone in Algiers is UTC+1, which is seven hours ahead of Edmonton.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your YEG to ALG flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Edmonton International Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport flight is 502 €. A round-trip plane ticket is currently 745 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from YEG to ALG, book ahead. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Edmonton International Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport across every month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from YEG to ALG.
Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Edmonton International Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
When it comes to Edmonton International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 69.55% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Edmonton International Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Edmonton. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of about 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Edmonton International Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near YEG:
Arriving at Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on an Edmonton International Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport flight. Stay at 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.
Booking your vehicle from Houari Boumediene Airport about two weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) to central Algiers
Houari Boumediene Airport to the centre of Algiers has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
When to fly to Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG)
The quietest month for a flight from Edmonton International Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Algiers based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Edmonton International Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport for August if you want to go to Algiers during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from YEG to ALG in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
Explore more of Algeria
Boumerdas is just one of the many cities in Algeria waiting to be explored after you've seen Algiers. Around 40 kilometres away to the east, well-known attractions include Bouloudrome Beach, Aire de Jeux and Frond mère.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in Algeria, head for Oran, about 354 kilometres west of Algiers. La Gare d'Oran, Place du 1er Novembre and Round point latifa are among the biggest draws.
