Traveling from Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Houari Boumediene Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport is 1 hour 40 minutes.
Nice's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Algiers.
Flights from ALG to NCE start from 09:00 — the first with Airhub Airlines. The last service of the day is at 19:35 with Air France. In total, you can take your pick of eight weekly Houari Boumediene Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your ALG to NCE flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
Getting to Nice (and then exploring more of France!) is a breeze with Air France. This popular carrier has direct flights from Houari Boumediene Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport.
The airline most travelers fly with on this route is Air France.
Among carriers operating ALG to NCE flights, Airhub Airlines has the highest percentage of on-time landings.
If you want to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Houari Boumediene Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between ALG and NCE:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Toulouse-Blagnac Airport
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
Right now, $45 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Houari Boumediene Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $103. Remember that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from ALG to NCE by booking eight months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
July is the cheapest month for flights from Houari Boumediene Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport. If you're looking to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from ALG to NCE.
Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Houari Boumediene Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG)
Houari Boumediene Airport is about 11 miles from central Algiers. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking an early flight from Houari Boumediene Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near ALG:
Arriving at Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Houari Boumediene Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near NCE instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Cote D'Azur Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Goldcar, OK Mobility or Alamo and explore beyond Nice's usual tourist stops.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Cote D'Azur Airport about one week in advance.
Getting from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to central Nice
Cote D'Azur Airport to central Nice has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 5 miles away.
It typically takes 40 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
The quietest month for a flight from Houari Boumediene Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport is January, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Nice based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When reserving your flight from Houari Boumediene Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Nice, with temperatures ranging from 63ºF to 86ºF.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ALG to NCE in February. Temperatures average between 32ºF and 57ºF then.
Explore more of France
You've visited Nice, now it's time to explore other parts of France. Travel about 100 miles west to Marseille to tick off its top attractions. From Old Port of Marseille to Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major, your itinerary will be busy.
Lyon is another favorite destination in France and is around 190 miles north-west of Nice. No trip is complete without a visit to Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere, Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges.
